| B. Navigation Systems and Radar Services | ||
| References | FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA_H-8083-6; FAA-H-8083-25B; AIM | |
| Objective | To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with navigation systems and radar services | |
| The applicant demonstrates understanding of | ||
| K1 | Ground-based navigation (orientation, course determination, equipment, tests, and regulations) | |
| K2 | Sattelite-based navigation (eg., equipment, regulations, database considerations, and limitations of sattelite navigation) | |
| K3 | Radar assistance to VFR aircraft (eg., operations, equipment, available services, traffic advisories) | |
| K4 | Transponder (Modes A, C and S) | |
| The Applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks encompassing: | ||
| R1 | Failure to manage automated navigation and autoflight systems | |
| R2 | Distractions, loss of situational awareness, or improper task management | |
| R3 | Limitations of the navigation system in use | |
| R4 | Loss of a navigation signal | |
| The applicant demonstrates the ability to | ||
| S1 | Use an airborn electronic navigation system | |
| S2 | Determine the airplane's position using the navigation system | |
| S3 | Intercept and track a given course, radial or bearing as appropriate | |
| S4 | Recognize and describe the indication of station or waypoint passage, if appropriate | |
| S5 | Recognize signal loss or interference and take appropriate action if applicable | |
| S6 | Use proper communication procedures when utilizing radar services | |
| S7 | Maintain the appropriate altitude +/-200 feet and heading +/-15° | |