Chapter 4

Question 1

What is a VOR radial?

Answer 1

A VOR radial is a magnetic bearing transmitted by a VOR station, representing a magnetic direction from the station.

Question 2

How do you determine your position relative to a VOR?

Answer 2

1. Tune and identify the station.
2. Rotate the OBS to center the CDI needle with a FROM indication.
3. The number under the course index represents the radial you are on.

Question 3

Does the airplane’s heading affect your position relative to a VOR?

Answer 3

No, the heading has no effect. Position relative to the VOR changes based on your radial, not your heading.

Question 4

What is the role of the OBS (Omni Bearing Selector) in VOR navigation?

Answer 4

The OBS is used to select a radial and center the course deviation indicator (CDI) needle, which tells you your position relative to the selected radial.

Question 5

What is the first step in intercepting an airway using VOR?

Answer 5

Tune and identify the VOR station, then rotate the OBS to center the CDI needle with a FROM indication.

Question 6

6Ts?

Answer 6

Turn
Time
Twist
Throttle
Talk
Track

Question 7

VOR MHz are between ?

Answer 7

108.0-117.95mhz

Question 8

VORTAC is ?

Answer 8

Military

Question 9

What is DME stand for?

Answer 9

Distance Measurment Equipment