Pilot Institute

JANUARY 14, 2025

The ILS (Instrument Landing System) uses radio signals to help pilots align the aircraft accurately on their approach to a runway. Autopilot aids ILS approaches but needs close monitoring. What Is an ILS Approach? It can help align the aircraft with the runway and descend at the correct angle. Why Do We Need ILS?

Approach 96

Approach Descent Runway Instrument Landing System 96

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The ILS approach has revolutionized aviation and the types of weather we can fly in. Including how it became the most reliable approach for pilots in aviation history. The ILS is a type of approach pilots use to land. It is a precision approach aid based on two radio beams. This is most likely thanks to the ILS.

Approach 52

Approach Knot Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Fear of Landing

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

One hour out, our ground speed is an absurdly slow: seventy knots as indicated by our distance measuring equipment (DME). We’re ten agonizing minutes to safety, but the approaching twilight in the relentless rain makes visual flight increasingly difficult. I mention this to Gavin. What if something else goes wrong?

Weather 97

Weather Knot Pilot Distance Measuring Equipment 97