Flight Training Central

JULY 12, 2024

This identifies the critical area for the instrument landing system, located near the ILS antenna array, where an airplane on the ground (or vehicle) in that space could interfere with the radio signals for airplanes flying an ILS instrument approach. ILS critical area boundary sign

Instrument Landing System 52

Instrument Landing System Threshold Ceiling Runway 52

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 17, 2024

VASI is also common at flight training schools since its straightforward approach helps student pilots learn visual landings easily. Airports like JFK or LAX, which handle heavy jets and require greater precision, use PAPI to give pilots detailed visual feedback during their approach. Safe landings!

Runway 98

Runway Approach Threshold Clearance 98

Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The plan was to shoot an instrument landing system (ILS) at the military airport next door, but clearance delivery told us they were landing the other direction. It’s curious to me that we pilots shoot LPV approaches, but ATC doesn’t know what they are. I’m focusing on the old pilot part, not the bold pilot.

Pitot Tube 80

Pitot Tube Approach Aileron Instrument Landing System 80

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Sometimes, it seems like the pilots can’t see anything all the way down to the ground. Including how it became the most reliable approach for pilots in aviation history. Including how it became the most reliable approach for pilots in aviation history. The ILS is a type of approach pilots use to land.

Approach 52

Approach Knot Runway Distance Measuring Equipment 52

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Are you studying for your instrument rating? Many pilots just memorize the answers instead of truly understanding them, especially when it comes to complicated topics like LPV, LNAV, and VNAV. VNAV adds automated vertical guidance to approaches, reducing pilot workload during descents. What Are LPV, LNAV, and VNAV?

Approach 52

Approach Descent Weather VOR 52

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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. Unlike an Instrument Landing System (ILS), a VOR approach only provides horizontal guidance. Let’s dive into how VOR works.

VOR 52

VOR Approach Descent Final Approach 52

Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

During the final approach, the pilot reduced engine throttles to manage airspeed and align with the Instrument Landing System glideslope. The estimated damage totals $456,248,485. The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a low-visibility approach through dense fog.

Wind Shear 274

Wind Shear Instrument Landing System Final Approach Runway 274

Ask the Pilot

JUNE 28, 2024

Obviously certain outlets find the whole “the pilots flew to the wrong airport!” The pilots, the flight attendants, and their aircraft were dispatched, flight-planned, and fueled for a trip to Edinburgh. But, you’re thinking, wouldn’t the “welcome aboard” spiel by either the pilots or cabin crew have given things away?

Air Traffic Control 57

Air Traffic Control Approach Runway Instrument Landing System 57

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

GPS is everywhere, from our wristwatches and cell phones to the complete selection of RNAV departures, approaches and T routes that comprise the majority of the under-12,500-foot airspace system. The Instrument Landing System (ILS) seems safe for now, but LPV approaches are cheap, accurate, and are everywhere.

Cockpit 100

Cockpit Instrument Landing System Approach Pilot 100

Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Have you ever wondered how pilots navigate with such precision? GPS technology has revolutionized aviation, but not all GPS systems are created equal. These systems make GPS navigation more reliable and accurate, but they work in very different ways. Why do these differences matter to pilots? Ready to learn more?

Approach 52

Approach Instrument Landing System Instrument Flight Rules Pilot 52

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 6, 2024

Some key features of the radar system include: It is a pulse-Doppler radar, which can track targets at distances beyond visual range and down to close range. It allows pilots to engage enemy aircraft with precision. The radar system can automatically acquire enemy aircraft, providing a significant advantage in close-in dogfights.

Jet 52

Jet Thrust Pilot Cockpit 52

Airspeed Junkie

JANUARY 24, 2023

It can also provide the pilot with unprecedented target area detail along with digital map displays that they can tailor with slew and zoom features. More Safety: The more advanced technology does not only mean better fighting capabilities, but it also offers more security to the pilots. As per the Air Force Statistics of the U.S.,

Jet 52

Jet Cockpit Instrument Landing System Pilot 52

Aerotime

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Onboard the incident flight was two pilots of Spanish origin, plus two DHL employees – one German citizen plus one Lithuanian citizen. At the time of writing, reports say that one person (reportedly one of the pilots) has lost their life as a result of the incident. Poor weather conditions do not appear to be a factor.

Final Approach 337

Final Approach Approach Instrument Landing System Runway 337

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

To a pilot, however, aviation laws are the rules by which they operate to ensure the highest level of safety. Despite us pilots considering ourselves the epitome of human perfection, few are bar-certified lawyers. General aviation operations fall into this categorythink of a private pilot flying with his friends or family.

Federal Aviation Regulations 72

Federal Aviation Regulations Pilot Instrument Landing System Approach 72