E-Learning refresher course: Radio navigation

Knowledge preparation for the theory exam for the subject radio navigation. (Course language: German)

With the Pilots First Academy refresher courses, theoretical pilot knowledge can be reinforced and deepened. The courses have been created for experienced pilots and trainee pilots alike; simply for anyone who wants to deepen their existing knowledge regardless of time and place. This supports student pilots in their theory lessons and helps licence holders to consolidate their theoretical knowledge.

The selected basic knowledge of the respective topic is clearly presented so that complex issues are conveyed in an understandable way.

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Our radio navigation e-learning course is a comprehensive and hands-on training for pilots and aspiring air traffic controllers. In this course, participants will learn how to effectively use radio navigation systems such as VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Range), DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) and NDB (Non-Directional Beacon).

Upon completion of the course, participants will be well equipped to improve their skills as pilots and use of radio navigation to navigate more safely and effectively.

The course includes 8 modules created by experienced and qualified flight instructors. Each module includes a detailed explanation of the technology followed by hands-on instruction and exercises to help participants improve their skills.

Details:

• 8 modules:
• Radio navigation basics
• Basic concepts of using ADF and NDB
• Exercises on the bearing terms
• Exam questions on the bearing terms
• VHF rotating beacon (VOR)
• Distance Measuring Equipment
• Radar
• Global Satellite Navigation
• The course duration is approximately 3.5 hours.
• Availability: 6 months

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Advantages of the Pilots First Academy online courses:

• The course material is written in easy-to-understand language.
• Numerous pictures, graphics and animations help with comprehension.
• Interactive functions such as quizzes and tasks reinforce what has been learnt.
• Available online at any time via an up-to-date browser.
• Users can learn at their own pace.

The digital preparation of the learning content ensures variety and fun. And additional visualization helps the brain to better remember what it has learned.

The content of the e-learning courses is based on the exam topics and questions that are frequently answered incorrectly in the DAeC's question catalog on the Aviationexam platform. The courses were developed by experts in their field together with flight instructors.

The course "Flight Execution Plan - Plan and Execute VFR Flights Safely" (course language: German) is available to every participant free of charge in their learning environment.