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Old March 18th 09, 04:10 AM posted to rec.aviation.ifr
Chopchinski
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Default New Waas technology changes the rules


If you have been out of aviation for a time, there are some new terms to
learn if you fly IFR.
1. RNav GPS which is lateral Navigation approach (LNAV)
2. Waas enable approaches or Approach with Vertical Guidance (APV) 2
a. LNAV/VNAV is Lateral Navigation /Verical Navigation (Not a
precesion approach
b. LPV is Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance. It is a
precession approach. With minimums down to 200 ft


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Chopchinski
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