How to say the name of this approach clearance: COPTER RNAV (GPS) 027°
Based on the 7110.65 2–1–17h, &quot;degrees&quot; is never used. Based on Note 9 under 4–8–1a, the text in paranthesis is omitted. So, ATC would say:

Cleared Copter RNAV zero two seven Approach

or

Cleared Copter RNAV heading zero two seven Approach

If you were requesting it, you'd say &quot;Requesting Copter RNAV zero two seven approach.&quot;
However, since it is the only Copter approach at JFK, you could probably just request &quot;the copter approach&quot; and they'd know exactly what you're talking about. But ATC is required to use the phraseology as indicated in the Order linked above.