ILS & VOR Systems Overview
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The localizer carrier frequencies range from ______ MHz to ______ MHz.

108.10, 111.95

What is the amplitude of the 90 Hz modulation in the localizer signal?

  • Variable, depending on the aircraft's position (correct)
  • 75 µAmps
  • 150 µAmps
  • 90 µAmps
  • The glideslope transmitter emits a 90 Hz and 150 Hz modulated signal.

    True (A)

    What is the primary function of the localizer system?

    <p>To provide horizontal guidance for landing aircraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 1º deviation in the localizer signal corresponds to a ______ µAmps receiver output.

    <p>75</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the ILS system?

    <p>VOR (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two harmonics generated by combining a 90 Hz and 150 Hz signal?

    <p>240 Hz and 60 Hz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the ILS components with their functions:

    <p>Localizer = Provides horizontal guidance for landing Glideslope = Provides vertical guidance for landing Marker Beacon = Indicates specific points along the approach path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The glideslope coverage sector extends 25 nm from the runway centerline.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calculate the rate of descent required for an aircraft with a ground speed of 120 knots on a 3º glideslope.

    <p>600 feet per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of the carrier wave used for station identification?

    <p>1020 Hz (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phase difference from the reference signal indicates the speed of the aircraft.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What communication method is used for station identification in this system?

    <p>Morse code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The identification signal consists of three Morse letters transmitted at a rate of about _____ words per minute.

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

    Match the following components with their descriptions:

    <p>Carrier wave = Keyed AM audio frequency for station identification Variable signal = Changes phase with the aircraft's bearing Reference signal = Fixed phase to determine bearing Morse letters = Identification sent every 10 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is displayed on the Omni Bearing Selector (OBS)?

    <p>Magnetic bearing from the VOR station (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VOR stations are primarily located at random locations without specific positioning along airways.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of antennas are most suitable for VOR navigational receivers?

    <p>Bat-wing type antennas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The pilot can select the radial he wishes to fly on the __________ as an intended track.

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

    Match the VOR component with its description:

    <p>OBS = Displays the magnetic bearing from the station VHF band = Frequency range suitable for VOR transmissions VEE-dipole antennas = Used for localizer signal reception Reciprocal radial = Radial that is 180 degrees opposite the selected radial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the phase comparator in a VOR system?

    <p>To compare the phase difference between signals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A warning flag will appear on the VOR instrument if there is a weak signal from either the reference or variable signal.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the TO-FROM indication on the VOR system indicate?

    <p>The direction of flight concerning the VOR station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The accuracy of the VOR indication will be within ___ for 95% of the time when all errors are combined.

    <p>± 5º</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following VOR indicators to their meanings:

    <p>No power or low power = Aircraft equipment issue Failure of ground station equipment = Signal reception problem Weak signal from variable signal = Navigation accuracy concern Course deviation left or right = Adjusting flight path</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the deviation instrumentation circuit in the ILS system?

    <p>To compare the signal levels of 90 Hz and 150 Hz tones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The glideslope receiver operates on the same frequency band as the localizer receiver.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the ILS system when its monitoring and self-checking system fails?

    <p>The carrier waves or modulating tones will switch off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ___ is applied to drive the vertical deviation course pointers.

    <p>difference signal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of the ILS system with their functions:

    <p>Monitor circuit = Checks reliability and quality Attitude Director Indicator = Displays horizontal and vertical deviation course pointers Detecting stage = Separates 90 Hz and 150 Hz tones from the IF signal Control unit = Displays selected localizer frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What frequency band does the VHF Omni Range (VOR) system operate in?

    <p>108-118 MHz (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    VOR suffers from night effect, which limits its usability.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of tracks that the VOR system can produce?

    <p>360</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The VOR system provides an infinite number of ______ from a beacon.

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

    Match the components of the VOR system with their descriptions:

    <p>VOR Beacon = Sends out omnidirectional pulses Radials = Tracks direction from the beacon Frequency Band = 108-118 MHz Channels = Spaced at 50 KHz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the VOR system?

    <p>It uses an omnidirectional signal to determine bearings. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The VOR system is less reliable than other directional systems.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the analogy provided for the VOR system, what does the lighthouse represent?

    <p>VOR Beacon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    VOR Frequency Spectrum

    The range of frequencies used in VOR systems, displaying 30 Hz signals.

    Transmitter Phase Relationship

    The transmitter's signals are in phase at magnetic north, changing with bearing.

    Phase Difference

    The difference in phase between variable and reference signals indicates aircraft bearing.

    Station Identification

    A keyed AM audio frequency signal for identifying stations at least every 10 seconds.

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    ICAO Recommendations

    International standards suggest station ID every 10 seconds using Morse code.

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    Intermediate Frequency (IF) signal

    The signal produced by mixing a received signal with a synthesizer frequency.

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    Δ signal

    The difference signal produced comparing the 90 Hz and 150 Hz tones.

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    Attitude Director Indicator

    A device that uses Δ signal to show horizontal and vertical deviation course pointers.

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    Glideslope Receiver

    Works similarly to the localizer receiver but operates in the UHF band for glideslope signals.

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    Monitoring System

    Self-checking system in ILS ground equipment that ensures signal parameters are met.

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    VOR Indicators

    Displays the magnetic bearing from a VOR station on the OBS.

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    Airway Centreline

    Defined as a radial from one VOR station to the reciprocal of the next.

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    Bat-Wing Antennas

    Antennas best suited for VOR navigational receivers, producing omnidirectional patterns.

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    VHF Band

    The frequency band used for VOR localizer signals and other navigational systems.

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    OBS (Omni Bearing Selector)

    Device allowing pilots to select their intended radial from a VOR station.

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    Harmonics

    Frequencies that are integer multiples of a fundamental frequency.

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    90 Hz Tone

    A sound frequency of 90 Hertz, often used in modulation.

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    150 Hz Tone

    A sound frequency of 150 Hertz, also used in modulation.

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    Localizer Carrier Frequency

    Frequency range for localizer signals: 108.10 MHz to 111.95 MHz.

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    Glideslope Carrier Frequency

    Frequency range for glideslope signals: 329.5 MHz to 335.0 MHz.

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    Localizer Deviation

    Output signal change of 75 µAmps at 1º deviation.

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    Glideslope Deviation

    Signal output change of 75 µAmps for a 0.35º deviation.

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    Rate of Descent

    Speed at which an aircraft descends in feet per minute.

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    ILS

    Instrument Landing System that aids in precision landings.

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    Ground Speed

    Speed of the aircraft relative to the ground.

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    VHF Omni Range (VOR)

    A radio navigation system using frequencies between 108-118 MHz for aircraft position referencing.

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    VOR Frequency Band

    VOR operates in the 108-118 MHz band with 50 KHz channel spacing.

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    Radials

    VOR produces 360 possible radials from a beacon for aircraft navigation.

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    VOR Beacon

    A transmitter that emits signals allowing aircraft to determine their position.

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    Static-Free Operation

    VOR is nearly static-free, making it reliable at any time, day or night.

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    Localizer Frequency

    The VOR band shares frequency with ILS localizer, aiding in precision approaches.

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    Wavelength Analogy

    VOR operates like a lighthouse, emitting signals periodically to indicate direction.

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    Glideslope Detection

    Part of the ILS that provides vertical guidance for landing, distinct from VOR's horizontal guidance.

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    VOR Audio Signal Processing

    The audio tone of VOR is filtered and amplified for the cockpit speaker.

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    Phase Comparator Function

    The phase comparator compares variable and reference 30 Hz signals for phase difference.

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    Sync Format Voltage Conversion

    Detected phase difference is converted into voltage for RMI display.

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    Course Deviation Indication

    Course deviation left/right and TO-FROM indications are derived from signal phase relationships.

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    VOR Warning Flag

    A red warning flag appears for detected issues like power failures or weak signals.

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    Study Notes

    Instrument Landing System (ILS) & VHF Omni Range System (VOR)

    • ILS Introduction: ILS provides precision guidance for aircraft landing, developed after World War II.
    • ILS Working Principle: Uses a pair of antennas (localizer and glideslope) to transmit beams directing the aircraft towards the runway's center line with a set descent rate.
    • ILS Categories: ICAO defines three categories of runway visibility (RVR) for ILS approach.
      • Category I: 800m (2600ft)
      • Category II: 400m (1200ft)
      • Category III: 200m (700ft)

    Localizer

    • Frequency Band: 108.10 to 111.95 MHz, with 50 kHz spacing.
    • Beams: Two directional beams (left and right). modulated with 90 Hz and 150 Hz signals.
    • Indicator Deflection: 90 Hz signal dominates if the aircraft is to the left of the runway centerline, deflecting the indicator to the right. 150 Hz signal dominates if the aircraft is right of the runway, the indicator deflects left.
    • Coverage: Within 10 degrees of runway centerline for 25 nm. within 35 degrees of runway for 17 nm.

    Glideslope

    • Frequency Band: 329.5 to 335.0 MHz, with 150 kHz spacing.
    • Beam Orientation: Two directional beams (above each other)
    • Modulation: Upper beam: 90 Hz ; Lower beam: 150 Hz
    • Indicator Direction: If aircraft is above the glideslope, the 90 Hz signal dominates, indicating the glideslope is below the aircraft, the indicator deflects down. If the aircraft is below the glideslope, the 150 Hz signal dominates, causing the indicator to deflect up.
    • Coverage: Within 1.35° to 5.25° vertical angles for 10nm

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    This quiz covers the fundamentals of the Instrument Landing System (ILS) and VHF Omni Range (VOR). It includes details on ILS principles, working mechanics, and the various categories defined by ICAO. Test your knowledge on aircraft landing guidance and navigation frequencies!

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