Vector Online - Page 2, In category Technology

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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ADS-B - From sceptic to convert

Tim Hughes, a recreational aviator for 36 years, wasn’t sold on ADS-B at first. Then he thought through the safety benefits. Read the articleADS-B - From sceptic to convert

Posted in Technology,

Posted 5 years ago

Advice from ADS-B equipped pilots

The government’s ADS-B grant scheme has received more than 500 applications.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 5 years ago

PBN implementation update

Performance-based navigation (PBN) has now been implemented at 17 controlled aerodromes in New Zealand. Gisborne and Napier will have PBN implemented in November 2020. Read the articlePBN implementation update

Posted in Technology,

Posted 6 years ago

Moving to ADS-B OUT

With the first stage of ADS-B coming this year, the CAA is encouraging operators to equip as soon as possible, even if operating below flight level 245.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 7 years ago

GPS jamming - report it!

Portable GPS jammers are illegal in New Zealand. But there’s evidence they’ve already been used near international airports. Read the articleGPS jamming - report it!

Posted in Reporting, Technology,

Posted 7 years ago

Installation of ADS-B and PBN equipment

With ADS-B becoming mandatory in controlled airspace above flight level 245, aircraft owners will need to equip their aircraft with compatible technology.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Technology,

Posted 7 years ago

Sky's the limit for SBAS technology

Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) technology is seen as the future to delivering highly accurate positioning, and its benefits are about to be tested here.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 7 years ago

The outs and ins of ADS-B

Do you fly in controlled airspace? If so, you’re going to be affected by the introduction of ADS-B OUT.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 8 years ago

Don't let your software trip you up

When your home computer throws a wobbly, the worst that might happen is you lose your recipes, but if you’re an aviation operator the results could be disastrous.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 8 years ago

Performance based navigation for Part 91

As more and more New Zealand aerodromes ‘go PBN’, Part 91 pilots need to be assured their kit is approved for their particular aircraft. Here’s how.

Posted in Technology,

Posted 8 years ago

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