PA.VI.D.S4FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills
Use navigation systems/facilities or contact an ATC facility for assistance.
Use navigation systems/facilities or contact an ATC facility for assistance.
Bottom line
If the aircraft has a navigational radio, such as a VOR or ADF receiver, it can be possible to determine position by plotting an azimuth from two or more navigational facilities. If contact is made with a controller, radar vectors may be offered.
FAA references
- PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-34) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- AIM 4-1-17 (Radar Assistance to VFR Aircraft) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-31) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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