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ILS System (CAT-II & CAT-III)

Short (Certificate) Courses for Pilots-in-Service

Min. Academic & Professional Level

Intermediate & PPL,CPL, ATPL Holders & Flight Instructors

Course Designed for:

PPL,CPL, ATPL Holders, Airlines & GA Pilot-in-Service, Flight Instructors of Flying Clubs & Flight Simulators

An Overview:

ILS, or Instrument Landing System, is a sophisticated ground-based radio navigation aid used in aviation to guide aircraft during the final approach and landing phase, especially in adverse weather conditions with poor visibility. 

Short Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to ILS and Its Importance

  1. Overview of the course content.
  2. Understanding ILS in aviation.
  3. Historical development of ILS.
  4. Significance of ILS in aviation safety.

Module 2: Basic Principles of ILS

  1. Components of the ILS system.
  2. How ILS guides aircraft during approach and landing.
  3. ILS frequency bands.
  4. ILS runway equipment and maintenance.

Module 3: CAT-I ILS

  1. Detailed explanation of CAT-I ILS.
  2. Minimum equipment requirements for CAT-I.
  3. CAT-I approach and landing procedures.
  4. CAT-I decision height and visibility requirements.

Module 4: CAT-II and CAT-III ILS

  1. Introduction to CAT-II and CAT-III ILS.
  2. Enhanced capabilities and limitations.
  3. Equipment and technology requirements.
  4. Decision height and visibility for CAT-II and CAT-III.

Module 5: ILS Categories and Airworthiness Requirements

  1. Differentiating between CAT-I, CAT-II, and CAT-III ILS.
  2. Airworthiness requirements for aircraft.
  3. Ground-based equipment requirements for each category.
  4. ILS certification processes.

Module 6: Autoland Systems and Autoland Approaches

  1. Understanding autoland systems.
  2. Autoland approach procedures.
  3. Autoland safety considerations.
  4. Autoland and CAT-III operations.

Module 7: CAT-II and CAT-III Operations and Procedures

  1. CAT-II and CAT-III approach and landing procedures.
  2. Crew training and qualifications.
  3. Monitoring and decision-making during CAT-II and CAT-III approaches.
  4. Weather-related considerations.

Module 8: Maintaining and Calibrating ILS Equipment

  1. Importance of regular maintenance.
  2. ILS equipment calibration procedures.
  3. Troubleshooting common ILS issues.
  4. Regulatory compliance for ILS maintenance.

Module 9: Safety and Emergency Procedures

  1. Safety protocols for ILS operations.
  2. Emergency procedures during ILS approaches.
  3. Case studies of ILS-related incidents and accidents.
  4. Human factors in ILS safety.

Module 10: Future Developments in ILS Technology

  1. Emerging technologies in precision landing systems.
  2. Potential improvements in CAT-II and CAT-III capabilities.
  3. Integration with other navigation systems.
  4. Regulatory considerations for future ILS advancements.