Objective: To further develop the pilot’s knowledge of various navigation systems used during IFR flight operations.

Text References: Instrument Pilot Flight Maneuvers and Practical Test Prep; Instrument Pilot FAA Knowledge Test Prep, Study Unit 3, “Navigation Systems”; Instrument Pilot Flight Maneuvers and Practical Test Prep' Reading Assignment: Study Unit 8, “Aircraft Flight Instruments and Navigation Equipment” Study Unit 9, “Instrument Flight Deck Check” Study Unit 14, “Intercepting and Tracking Navigational Systems and Arcs”

Content

3.1 Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)

3.2 VOR Receiver Check

3.3 Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Station

3.4 Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)

3.5 HSI/Localizer

3.6 Global Positioning System (GPS)

3.7 Autopilots

Completion Standards

The lesson will have been successfully completed when the pilot answers the questions in Study Unit 3, “Navigation Systems,” of Instrument Pilot FAA Knowledge Test Prep, FAA Test Prep Online, and/or Online Ground School with a minimum passing grade of 80%.