Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Are you curious about flying a VOR approach? If you’re aiming to master instrument-rated flying, it’d be valuable to learn about VOR approaches. We’ll cover what a VOR approach is, how to fly it step-by-step, and even whether GPS can replace it in today’s navigation. Ready to make VOR approaches easy?

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 14, 2025

So, how do pilots manage to land their aircraft safely and accurately without even being able to see where theyre going? The ILS (Instrument Landing System) uses radio signals to help pilots align the aircraft accurately on their approach to a runway. Lets learn more about this system! What Is an ILS Approach?

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

However, when it comes to the instrument panel, the picture is not so rosy. ADFs, marker beacons, and VOR receivers, each relying on a constantly shrinking population of land-based navaids, fill these dated flight decks. Many elderly singles and twins come equipped with a panel chock full of aviation history.

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Cockpit Instrument Landing System Approach Pilot 78

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 4, 2024

LPV (Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance) LPV works just like a virtual Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach. These approaches use the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) for ILS-like precision. Always have a backup (ILS/VOR). How does LPV offer ILS-like accuracy? VNAV Benefits Stabilized approaches.

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Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Instrument Approaches WAAS-enabled GPS supports instrument approaches with advanced navigation procedures such as LPV and Lateral Navigation/Vertical Navigation (LNAV/VNAV). Modern WAAS-enabled avionics also offer a cost advantage over older navigation systems. How does WAAS help with approaches?

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