quick Blog Reads

Free quick blog reads! Here you will find shortened reads of our full length aviation lessons. You will also find links to the full lessons that include: videos, podcasts, flashcards, and quizzes.

WAAS and LAAS/GBAS in Aviation

Modern aviation relies heavily on satellite-based navigation systems to increase accuracy, reliability, and safety. Two of the most...

A GPS satellite with solar panels orbits above a commercial airplane flying through a clear sky with clouds below.

GPS Sensitivity Modes in Aviation: En-Route, Terminal, and Approach

Modern aviation relies heavily on GPS navigation, especially for IFR operations and performance-based navigation (PBN). However, GPS...

Close-up view of a cockpit GPS display showing active flight navigation with RAIM/FDE integrity monitoring indicated on the screen.

RAIM and FDE in Aviation GPS Navigation

Global Positioning System (GPS) technology has become an essential tool for modern aviation. While GPS provides accurate position,...

A Beechcraft King Air 200 twin-turboprop airplane flying at cruising altitude above scattered clouds, with its propellers spinning against a clear blue sky.

DME in Aviation: Understanding Slant Range vs. Straight Line Distance

In modern aviation, navigation is built on a combination of ground-based systems and satellite technology. One of the most important...

A pilot inside a small airplane cockpit adjusting the OBS knob on a VOR navigation instrument during a VOR accuracy check.

VOR Checks in Aviation: Ensuring Accuracy and Safety

The VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) system has been a cornerstone of aviation navigation for decades. While satellite-based systems like...

A small single-engine airplane flying low near a VOR ground station with its large circular antenna, set in an open field under a clear blue sky.

Understanding VORs in Aviation: A Pilot’s Guide

In modern aviation, navigation is a blend of tradition and technology. While GPS has become the dominant tool for pilots today,...