Flying

What Is VOR in Aviation, and How Does It Work?

VORs (Very High Frequency Omni-Directional Range) are ground-based radio navigation aids that historically provided primary guidance for aircraft using radio signals. Despite being an aging technology ...
Flying

What Is Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)?

DME is a radio navigation technology that measures the slant range (distance) between an aircraft and a base station.[Credit: Istock] Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) is an aviation radar system ...
The Malta Independent

Government inaugurates first of its kind new VOR/DME system in Gozo

Transport Minister Chris Bonett, together with the management of the Malta Air Traffic Services (MATS), has inaugurated the installation of a new VOR/DME navigation aid for Gozo. During a visit at the ...