1. V.1.07
Presented by
FAA Academy
Air Traffic Division
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50043/50143
Radio and Satellite
Navigation
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Objectives
On an End-of-Lesson Test, you will identify:
1. Types, characteristics, and components of radio
and satellite navigational aids
2. Characteristics of airways and routes
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Range and Classification
CLASS
T
L
H
H
H
H
DISTANCE AND ALTITUDES
12,000` and below
Below 18,000`
Below 14,500`
14,500` - 17,999`
18,000` - FL450
Above FL450
(MILES)
25
40
40
100
130
100
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ILS Transmitters
Localizer
transmitter
(course
guidance)
Glide slope
transmitter
(altitude guidance)
Middle
Marker
Outer
Marker
Provides
“distance-to-threshold”
information
Approach lights
(steady)
Approach lights
(flashing)
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Localizer
The same area applies to a
back course when provided.
localizer
transmitter
10NM
18NM
10NM
18NM
Localizer
transmitter
(course
guidance)
Normal limits of
localizer coverage. Front CourseBack Course
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Response Item
• What is the upper limit of a low altitude
VOR airway?
A. Up to and including 18,000 feet MSL
B. Up to, but NOT including 18,000 feet MSL
C. Up to, but NOT including FL180