Task B. Navigation Systems and Radar Services

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

4 elements

• PA.VI.B.K1
  Ground-based navigation (identification, orientation, course determination, equipment, tests, regulations, interference, appropriate use of navigation data, and signal integrity).
• PA.VI.B.K2
  Satellite-based navigation (e.g., equipment, regulations, authorized use of databases, and Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM)).
• PA.VI.B.K3
  Radar assistance to visual flight rules (VFR) aircraft (e.g., operations, equipment, available services, traffic advisories).
• PA.VI.B.K4
  Transponder (Mode(s) A, C, and S) and Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B).

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

5 elements

• PA.VI.B.R1
  Management of automated navigation and autoflight systems.
• PA.VI.B.R2
  Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
• PA.VI.B.R3
  Limitations of the navigation system in use.
• PA.VI.B.R4
  Loss of a navigation signal.
• PA.VI.B.R5
  Use of an electronic flight bag (EFB), if used.