Commercial Pilot Licence (CPAER) – Canada · Question
When flying an IFR flight and experiencing a complete loss of navigation capability, the pilot should first:
Before declaring a full-blown emergency, a pilot should attempt to troubleshoot and restore navigation capabilities using any available backup systems or method
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Question: When flying an IFR flight and experiencing a complete loss of navigation capability, the pilot should first:
Answer options:
- Declare an emergency and request vectoring from ATC
- Continue flight on the last assigned heading, maintaining the last assigned altitude ✅ Attempt to restore navigation using backup systems (e.g., portable GPS, pilotage if VMC)
- Divert to the nearest VFR airport and land
Correct answer: Attempt to restore navigation using backup systems (e.g., portable GPS, pilotage if VMC)
Explanation: Before declaring a full-blown emergency, a pilot should attempt to troubleshoot and restore navigation capabilities using any available backup systems or methods. If these attempts fail, then declaring an emergency and seeking assistance from ATC becomes the next step.
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