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What is the primary advantage of RNAV/GNSS approaches over conventional VOR/NDB approaches?
RNAV and GNSS approaches provide greater flexibility in designing approach procedures, enabling approaches to runways that might not be served by conventional g
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Question: What is the primary advantage of RNAV/GNSS approaches over conventional VOR/NDB approaches?
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- Lower approach minima. ✅ Greater flexibility in approach design and placement.
- Immunity to line-of-sight signal limitations.
- No requirement for ground-based navigation infrastructure.
Correct answer: Greater flexibility in approach design and placement.
Explanation: RNAV and GNSS approaches provide greater flexibility in designing approach procedures, enabling approaches to runways that might not be served by conventional ground-based navaids, and often with curved segments.
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