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What is the primary function of a Flight Management System (FMS)?
What is the primary function of a Flight Management System (FMS)?
- To provide real-time weather information to the flight crew
- To replace the need for traditional navigation aids (NAVAIDs)
- To act as a standalone navigation system
- To automate the management of onboard navigation systems (correct)
What type of data does an FMS typically store in its database?
What type of data does an FMS typically store in its database?
- Crew scheduling and flight duty time limitations
- Fuel consumption rates and engine performance data
- Real-time weather data and turbulence forecasts
- Airport and NAVAID locations, aircraft performance data, airways, and procedures (correct)
What is the role of an FMS in defining a flight route?
What is the role of an FMS in defining a flight route?
- It provides real-time updates on airspace restrictions and temporary flight restrictions (TFRs)
- It automatically selects the most fuel-efficient route based on wind and weather conditions
- It allows the flight crew to manually enter and store user-defined waypoints and routes
- It can quickly define a desired route from the aircraft's current position to any point in the world (correct)
How does an FMS typically obtain position information during flight?
How does an FMS typically obtain position information during flight?
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What is the relationship between an FMS and an Inertial Navigation System (INS)?
What is the relationship between an FMS and an Inertial Navigation System (INS)?
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Which of the following systems does the FMS typically NOT provide inputs to?
Which of the following systems does the FMS typically NOT provide inputs to?
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