VOR Accuracy Checks Flashcards

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Q

What are the different methods for checking the accuracy of VOR equipment?

A

a. a VOR Test Signal (VOT) +-4
b. Ground checkpoint +-4
c. Airborne checkpoint +-6
d. a dual VOR check, within 4 degrees of e/o
e. select a radial over a known ground point, +-6

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2
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VOT requirements?

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+-4

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3
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Ground Checkpoint requirements?

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+-4

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4
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Airborne checkpoint requirements?

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+-6

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5
Q

Dual VOR check requirements?

A

4 degres of each other

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6
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Select a radial over a known ground point requirements?

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+-6

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Q

What records must be kept concerning VOR checks/

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Each person making a VOR check shall enter the date, place, and bearing error, and sign the aircraft log or reliable record.

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Where can a pilot find the location of airborne checkpoints, ground checkpoints, and VOT testing stations?

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Locations are published in the A/FD

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What procedure is used when checking VOR receivr accuracy with a VOT?

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Tune the VOT to 108.0. With CDI centered, the OBS should read 0 degrees with TO/FROM indication showing FROM or the OBS should read 180 degrees with the TO/FROM indication showing TO

Pneumonic - “Cessna 182” - 180 TO for VOR accuracy checks using a VOT

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