APS Exam: Principles of VOR
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What is the range of a VOR in terms of line of sight?

  • 200 NM (correct)
  • 100 NM
  • 400 NM
  • 300 NM
  • What does VOR stand for in aviation?

  • Vertical Orbital Radar
  • Very High Range
  • Visual Operating Radar
  • VHF Omnidirectional Range (correct)
  • What are the two signals transmitted by a VOR?

  • Long and Short signals
  • Primary and Secondary signals
  • Horizontal and Vertical signals
  • Reference and Directional signals (correct)
  • What is the purpose of measuring the phase difference between the directional signal and the reference signal in a VOR?

    <p>To identify the radial the aircraft is located on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RNP stand for in aviation navigation terminology?

    <p>Required Navigation Performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition must be met for an aircraft to operate in certain high-level airspace based on ANP and RNP values?

    <p>ANP must be greater than RNP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a PAPI show when displaying 3 red lights and 1 white light?

    <p>Slightly below glide path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a METAR report, what does SN indicate?

    <p>Snow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category does an aircraft belong to if its weight is 145,000 kg?

    <p>H</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ATS stand for in relation to SIGMET information?

    <p>Air Traffic Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the term 'BECMG' in a TAF report?

    <p>Temporary change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, what is the approach category for an aircraft with a speed at threshold of 130 knots?

    <p>&gt; 140 knots</p> Signup and view all the answers

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