Ep. 70: VOR Basics | What they are and how they work
In this video we'll touch on the very basics of VOR Navigation, what it actually does, and a short example of how to navigate with it. You can check out our other VOR videos for a much more detailed explanation of what you will need to know for the written exam, as well as how to use a VOR in the airplane when flying. Your Support Makes our Videos possible! Thank You! 👉Take our online PILOT GROUND SCHOOL✈ 🛩️Private Pilot: -Everything you need to know start to finish -How to choose an Instructor -How to perform the maneuvers -Airspace -Landings -Oral and Checkride prep (premium version) -And so much more! Try it for free with the link below! http://bit.ly/2I3evAd 🌦️Instrument Pilot Ground School: -Learn all the abbreviations and IFR speak -Approach Plates and Procedures -Airspace -Rules and Regulations -Systems -Real World Scenarios -Accident case studies when things went wrong -Written test prep -Oral and Checkride Prep -Etc, Click the link below to check out the course! http://bit.ly/2I3hZTr 🛫Commercial Pilot Bootcamp: -Learn about Holding Out -Maintenance Requirements -Systems -Airspace -Rules and Regulations -See full oral exams and checkride videos http://bit.ly/2I5W4eo Check out our many other courses too!✈ -Tailwheel -Crosswind Landings -Weather -Airspace -Seaplane -Sport Pilot -Spin Awareness -Accident Case Studies -And more! Click below to see all courses: http://bit.ly/2I4whDp Support us at: https://www.patreon.com/fly8ma Check out our site at http://www.fly8MA.com The FLY8MA.com Free Online Ground School for Sport and Private Pilots is available to everyone as a means to make flying more affordable and increase learning for everyone. We are funded with the help of our viewers and subscribers to our website: http://www.fly8ma.com and our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/fly8ma Every dollar helps us to grow our project into a comprehensive online ground school for Sport, Private, Instrument, and Commercial Pilots. We greatly appreciate all of your support and hope you will share us with your friends and family in aviation. FLY SAFE! -Jon
Ep. 70: VOR Basics | What they are and how they work
Introduction to VOR Navigation
In this section, John introduces the VOR navigation system and explains its relevance in modern aviation.
Basic 6-Pack Instruments
- Most training aircraft have basic 6-pack instruments and a VOR.
- The VOR is an old-school way of navigating that is still relevant today.
- Each ground-based VOR station is independent with its own power source and transmitter.
Understanding the VOR Instrument
- The ring around the instrument is connected to the OBS knob (Omni Bearing Selector).
- Spinning the ring simulates turning it, causing the needle to move left or right.
- The horizontal needle is called a CDI (Course Deviation Indicator).
- The To/From flag indicates whether you are flying towards or away from the station.
- When the flag says "From" and the needle centers, that's your current radial.
Using Radials for Navigation
- A compass rose on the instrument matches one on a sectional chart with 360 radials coming off it.
- You can be located on any one of those lines during 63 radials coming from the station.
- Pointing your aircraft in any direction won't change CDI; only X and Y-axis matter.
VOR Navigation Basics
In this section, the instructor explains the basic components of VOR navigation and how to use them in flight.
Understanding Radials and the OBS Knob
- The number on the VOR display shows what radial we are on from the station.
- To change radials, twist the OBS knob until the needle centers on a desired radial.
- The to-and-from flag tells you if you are flying towards or away from the station on a certain radial.
Using VOR Navigation in Flight
- Your heading does not matter when using VOR navigation; it is all about your position relative to the station.
- The direction needle will be affected by both your aircraft's movement and changes made to the OBS knob.
- When interpreting indications on a written exam, remember that a centered needle indicates your position from the station.
Conclusion
- For more information on using VOR navigation in-flight and for passing written exams, check out their other videos.
- Remember: "If you can't fly every day, then flyohmygosh.com."