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What is the function of a VOR?
What is the function of a VOR?
- To control the audio development in the aircraft
- To provide accurate and reliable navigation information for aircraft (correct)
- To generate marker beacon signals for aircraft guidance
- To transmit ground beacons for aircraft navigation
What is the purpose of a deviation discriminator in VOR operation?
What is the purpose of a deviation discriminator in VOR operation?
- To adjust the frequency of the VOR signals
- To measure and correct any deviation of the aircraft from the selected course (correct)
- To calculate the heading of the aircraft
- To control the audio signals received by the aircraft
What is the main difference between a radial and a bearing in VOR navigation terminology?
What is the main difference between a radial and a bearing in VOR navigation terminology?
- Radial is an angular measure from the VOR station, while bearing is the direction to the VOR station (correct)
- Radial is used for horizontal navigation, while bearing is used for vertical navigation
- Radial measures the altitude, while bearing measures the speed of the aircraft
- Radial indicates the distance from the VOR station, while bearing indicates the aircraft's heading
What is the role of the glideslope transmitter in the Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
What is the role of the glideslope transmitter in the Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
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What is the purpose of the marker beacon transmitter in the Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
What is the purpose of the marker beacon transmitter in the Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
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