Pilots must thoroughly study approach procedures, even those of the same type like RNAV (GPS), as unique challenges and restrictions often exist, as exemplified by the RNAV (GPS) Y and Z approaches at ...

Stuart, Florida, provides a place to clear customs after visiting the Bahamas.

The RNAV (GPS) Rwy 30R approach at KBJC offers multiple Initial Approach Fixes (IAFs) and includes a mandatory 7,000 ft MSL altitude at the LAWNG intersection. Pilots must select appropriate minimums ...

It's common misconception, but +V advisory glide slope isn't same as LPV glide path.

Transport Canada has cleared WestJet to carry out flight management system (FMS) -guided airport approach procedures using area navigation (RNAV) capabilities certificated to record accuracy levels.

Area navigation (RNAV) is a concept that predates the implementation of GPS by several decades. But it was with the advent of the latter, with its powerful microprocessors, compact size and global ...

[Avionics Today 10-07-2015] Oman Air is using Performance Based Navigation (PBN) to simplify approaches into an airport with one of the most challenging terrains in its network, thanks to new ...