GPS, developed following the launch of Sputnik, is the foundational technology for modern aviation's Performance Based Navigation (PBN), which encompasses Area Navigation (RNAV) and Required ...

In August 2021, I participated in an inspection flight of a new approach procedure at one of the most challenging airports to land at in the U.S., Colorado’s Eagle County (KEGE) with Hughes Aerospace ...

RNAV SIDs and STARs are modern, GPS-based air traffic procedures that integrate specific altitude and speed restrictions to enhance airspace efficiency, reduce ATC workload, and simplify clearances.

Thomas Cook Airlines (UK) gained CAA approval to become the country's first carrier to use GPS-based RNAV technology on approaches. Two Thomas Cook A330s are fitted with RNAV hardware and software and ...