RNAV & RNP Flashcards
1
Q
What does RNAV stand for?
A
Area Navigation
2
Q
What is the benefit of Area Navigation (RNAV)?
A
This method of navigation permits aircraft operation on any desired flight path
Aircraft can fly point-to-point without having to follow airways or zigzag in order to fly-over VORs
The flight management system(s) onboard the aircraft computes the position and route by using a combination of VOR radials, DME, LORAN, and/or GPS
3
Q
What does present day Area Navigation (RNAV) include? (think types of navigation systems)
A
Inertial Navigation System (INS)
Long-Range Navigation (LORAN)
VOR/DME
GPS Systems
4
Q
Where does Area Navigation (RNAV) lose its functionalities?
A
The system is based on VOR/DME data
If you’re outside of VOR/DME service volume, you may not have RNAV available
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