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What is global navigation satellite system?

global navigation satellite system A system of satellites providing worldwide navigation, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “global navigation satellite system” Used in Practice?

Global Navigation Satellite System in use for enroute navigation, GPS and Galileo signals are operational.

Certification Exam Relevance

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

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is global navigation satellite system?

A system of satellites providing worldwide navigation, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou.

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