Lesson 10

GROUND LESSON 10: NAVIGATION SYSTEMS

Objective

To develop the student’s knowledge of various navigation systems.


Pilot Handbook, Study Unit 10, “Navigation Systems”

10.1 Characteristics of Radio Waves

10.2 VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR)

10.3 Distance-Measuring Equipment (DME)

10.4 Automatic Direction Finder (ADF)

10.5 Radio Magnetic Indicator

10.6 Area Navigation (RNAV)

10.7 VORTAC-Based RNAV

10.8 Global Positioning System (GPS)


Private Pilot FAA Knowledge Test Prep, Study Unit 10, “Navigation Systems”

10.1 VOR Test Facility (VOT)

10.2       Determining Position Using VORs

10.3       Global Positioning System (GPS)