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محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN

A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Quick answer: A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

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Quick answer

A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Why it matters

محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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Questions and answers

What is محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN?

In this glossary, محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN refers to: A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

How is محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "اتجه مباشرة إلى محطة VOR و TACAN المشتركة، توقع إذن إضافي للاقتراب."

Why does محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN matter in aviation?

محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN?

محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN belong to?

In this glossary, محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN is grouped under Navigation. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Operational example

Proceed direct to the VOR and TACAN co-located station, expect further clearance for the approach.

Localized term

محطة مشتركة لـ VOR و TACAN

Localized example

اتجه مباشرة إلى محطة VOR و TACAN المشتركة، توقع إذن إضافي للاقتراب.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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