Is Localizer a Precision Approach?

Localizer Performance (LP) approaches are non-precision approaches with WAAS lateral guidance. Vertical guidance to the runway is not provided. Furthermore, the LP approaches are located where terrain or obstructions do not allow a vertically guided procedure.

Is a LOC approach a precision approach?

The ILS gets you down to 218' above touchdown, and the LOC, which is a non-precision approach, gets you down to 433' above touchdown. Since the ceiling is 700' overcast, both approaches with get you out of the clouds with no problem.

Which approaches are considered precision?

A precision approach uses a navigation system that provides course and glidepath guidance. Examples include precision approach radar (PAR), instrument landing system (ILS), and GBAS landing system (GLS).