What is the required phraseology for an aircraft on an unplanned IFR missed approach to Runway 28R?

• A. TURN LEFT HEADING 020, CLIMB AND MAINTAIN 3,000
• B. TURN RIGHT HEADING 020, CLIMB AND MAINTAIN 3,000
• C. TURN RIGHT HEADING 340, CLIMB AND MAINTAIN 3,000
• D. TURN LEFT HEADING 340, CLIMB AND MAINTAIN 3,000

Answer: (B)

In an IFR missed approach, you must follow the published path exactly to ensure obstacle clearance and proper airspace separation. If the procedure specifies turning right to a heading of 020 and climbing to 3,000 feet, you would state it precisely as “Turn right heading 020, climb and maintain 3,000.” The direction is fixed by the procedure because turning in that direction and on that heading places you on the intended initial missed-approach segment and away from terrain or obstacles.

Choosing the other options would send you along a path not authorized by the missed-approach procedure—either the wrong turn direction or the wrong heading—risking terrain or airspace conflicts. The altitude instruction remains the same, as maintaining 3,000 feet is the standard climb-out level for safe separation during the missed approach.