RNAV Flashcards

1
Q

How does RNAV operate

A

Uses VOR/DME and VORTAC to generate phantom waypoints that are flown over rather than actual stations

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2
Q

What is the accuracy of:
1-B-RNAV(basic)
2-P-RNAV(precision)

A

1- +- 5nm for 95% of flight
2- +- 1nm for 95% of flight

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3
Q

What is the Flight Technical Error(FTE) for obstacle clearance during:
1-departure
2-initial and intermediate climb
3-en-route

A

1- +- 0.5nm, at dep end of rwy, 0.1nm is assumed
2- +- 1nm
3- 2nm

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4
Q

How close should the parent VOR/DME and final approach waypoint be when using RNAV in approach mode

A

10nm

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5
Q

How many omega stations are used for world coverage and how long is the transmission cycle

A

8 stations, 10 seconds

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