AV Web

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Approach: In that case maintain current heading, intercept and follow radial XXX Georgetown NDB. Me: Negative NDB, Sir. As I got close to the airport and Potomac Approach established my position, the following conversation ensued: Approach: Maintain current heading, intercept and follow radial XXX AML VOR. Me: Negative VOR, Sir.

NDB 80

NDB VOR Approach 80

Flying Magazine

MAY 6, 2024

You could also identify this using the R-194 radial crossing from the STL VOR, using an ADF tuned to the NDB station of 227 if you still have one that works, or you can use your audio panel to identify passage of the outer marker beacon.

VOR 59

VOR Final Approach Approach NDB 59

Air Facts

OCTOBER 30, 2024

We flew the usual approaches: VOR, ILS, and the now extinct NDB. We rounded up the usual suspects: VOR, NDB, ILS, partial panel, and unusual attitudes. My NDB approach was flawless. Rolling down the runway with reference only to my DG, I’d make minor heading corrections with the rudder to remain centered. I was well prepared.

NDB 52

NDB Checkride VOR Approach 52

Aviators of Tomorrow

JUNE 13, 2023

While GPS navigation systems have become standard in modern aviation, it is possible to fly cross-country using traditional navigation methods such as pilotage, dead reckoning, and radio navigation aids like VOR and NDB. It is highly recommended to have GPS navigation capabilities for cross-country flights.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Weather NDB Flight Plan 52

Fear of Landing

JANUARY 3, 2025

The flight crew requested an NDB approach to Grozny and were cleared for approach to runway 26. This strongly indicated GPS jamming, a tactic frequently used by Russian forces to counter Ukrainian drone operations despite being prohibited under international regulations. However, the flight crew were unable to land due to the thick fog.

Weather 102

Weather Airline Airlines Approach 102