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How to Fly an ILS Approach

Pilot Institute

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! Key Takeaways ILS provides precise guidance for safe landings in low visibility. Autopilot aids ILS approaches but needs close monitoring.

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RNAV Approaches Simplified: A Guide for New Pilots

Pilot Institute

Well, one important thing youll need to know is RNAV approaches. These approaches use GPS to help you land and offer more flexibility than traditional systems like ILS. In this guide, you’ll learn how RNAV approaches work, the different types available, and tips to make them feel natural and straightforward.

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The Essential Guide to Runway Markings

Pilot Institute

Visual Runways Visual runways have no instrument approach procedure available. Non-Precision Runways Non-precision runways have at least one non-precision approach available. Precision Runways Precision runways feature at least one precision approach aid at either end of the runway, such as an Instrument Landing System (ILS).

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The Essential Guide to Runway Signs

Pilot Institute

There are four types of mandatory instruction signs: Runway Holding Position Signs Runway Approach Area Holding Position Signs ILS Critical Area Holding Position Signs No Entry Signs Runway Holding Position Signs A Runway Holding Position sign indicates where to stop and hold before entering or crossing a runway. 27L” or “27R”). 27 – APCH”).

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Experience in the Chair: Guiding a Twin Beech Home

Air Facts

The longest runways had front course and back course ILS (Instrument Landing Systems) and an on-field VOR that provided navigation and approach capabilities for aircraft on instrument flights. The Captain in the left seat handed over control to me and we completed the landing successfully.

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Differences Between FAA Part 91, 121, and 135 in Aviation

Pilot Institute

A part 121 or 135 crew cannot legally initiate an approach if the weather is below minimums. Another example would be the ability to use CAT II Instrument Landing System (ILS) approaches, allowing less visibility during landing than CAT I ILS approaches. Another example is weather minimums.

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VASI vs. PAPI: Understanding the Differences and Similarities

Pilot Institute

Performing a safe landing requires skillful flying and clear visual guidance. 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.