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How to Fly a VOR Approach: Made Easy

Pilot Institute

This type of approach is a non-precision instrument procedure that uses ground-based radio signals to guide you safely to a waypoint or the runway, even when visibility is poor. A VOR approach gives you accurate guidance by following specific VOR radials. Follow the published descent gradient from the approach chart.

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VASI vs. PAPI: Understanding the Differences and Similarities

Pilot Institute

They are the Visual Approach Slope Indicator and Precision Approach Path Indicator. These systems are designed to help you stay on the correct glide path as you approach the runway. VASI and PAPI each have their own approach. Knowing their differences can significantly impact your landing.

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ILS Explained (With Examples)

Pilot Institute

Including how it became the most reliable approach for pilots in aviation history. You might have heard pilots talking about the Instrument Landing Systems (ILS). The ILS is a type of approach pilots use to land. It is a precision approach aid based on two radio beams. What is an ILS? But what is it?

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B-1B bomber accident at Ellsworth AFB caused by crew errors, unhealthy culture

Aerotime

The United States Air Force has published its final report on the accident involving an Air Force B-1B from the 28th Bomb Wing at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota which occurred on January 4, 2024. The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a low-visibility approach through dense fog.