Pilot Institute
JANUARY 14, 2025
The localizer operates within a subset of the VHF (Very High Frequency) range, similar to VOR, but the underlying technology differs. Modern NAV receivers are typically capable of decoding both VOR and localizer signals, including glideslope signals, even though these systems use distinct technical mechanisms. for the localizer and 0.7
Plane and Pilot
MAY 31, 2025
First, confirm there are VFR conditions below the deck, and second, establish the airplane in a stabilized pitch, power, and trimmed condition before entering the clouds. In the old days of VOR and ADF, we just turned knobs and pushed a few buttons. However, if forced to cruise in or descend through a cloud deck, a couple rules apply.
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Air Facts
MAY 5, 2025
Just north of Jefferson City, the Kansas City Center controller cleared us to the Jeff City VOR, which was on the airport, to hold at 4,000 feet. I got out my instrument approach chart and studied the holding pattern and the VOR approach procedure. Then my worst fears became reality.
Air Facts
MAY 7, 2025
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. In the 70s, enroute navigation was usually on VOR Airways (Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Radio). The Tower had no radar.
Pilot Institute
JANUARY 27, 2025
The stability of the spinning disc increases with an increase in mass or speed of the disc. It may take a few seconds to several minutes for the gyroscope inside the AI to stabilize and the instrument to indicate correctly. Rigidity in space (also known as gyroscopic inertia) is caused by the spinning disc inside the mechanical gyro.
Pilot's Life Blog
JUNE 18, 2025
The Cessna 172 is a high-wing aircraft known for its exceptional visibility, stability, and gentle stall characteristics. These features help students master precision approaches, navigation via GPS and VOR, instrument cross-check, and complex airspace procedures before advancing to multi-engine or commercial certificates.
Flying Magazine
MAY 12, 2025
Some Cirrus owners have successfully installed Starlink Mini in the baggage area under a window, while others have explored more creative solutions such as mounting it in a wing tip (though this requires testing to ensure it doesnt interfere with other systems like VOR antennas).
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