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! Why Do We Need ILS?

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Approach Descent Runway Instrument Landing System 98

Air Facts

MAY 7, 2025

The snow plow operators were happy to be able to go about their clearing operations without having to hold short or vacate runways to wait for arrivals or departures. Not all VOR stations provided DME and not all aircraft had the necessary Equipment on board. From there, the pilot was able to advise runway lights in sight.

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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. The ILS contains multiple components , allowing pilots to land in the worst conditions. The aerials are at the runway’s landing end. What is an ILS? But what is it?

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Knot Approach Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52