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?

Approach 98

Approach Descent Runway Instrument Landing System 98

Air Facts

MAY 7, 2025

The airport was central to the region and was well equipped as an alternate with long runways and an ATC control tower staffed with trained controllers from 6 am until midnight every day. Not all VOR stations provided DME and not all aircraft had the necessary Equipment on board. The Tower had no radar.

Weight-Shift-Control 52

Weight-Shift-Control VOR Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

You might have heard pilots talking about the Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). The ILS is a type of approach pilots use to land. It consists of lights that start at the landing threshold and extend into the approach area. The pilots can continue the approach to land when they are visual with the ALS.

Knot 52

Knot Approach Distance Measuring Equipment Runway 52