"...(K)ey multibillion-dollar programs have experienced
problems, and FAA has yet to fully determine their NextGen-specific
requirements. ... Delays with this and other projects will have a
cascading effect on NextGen plans now and well into the
future." Source: DOT Inspector
General Calvin Scovel.
A radar approach/vector provided in case of a malfunctioning
gyro-compass or directional gyro. Instead of providing the pilot
with headings to be flown, the controller observes the radar track
and issues control instructions "turn right/left" or "stop turn" as
appropriate.
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airplane, but might not have known where or who to ask, has been
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