Knowledge Requirements for GNSS and GPS

In plain language

You need to understand how GPS works, how augmentation systems like DGPS are used, the impact of losing GPS in flight, and what factors (like weather or satellite count) affect GPS performance.

Requirement as structured

The RPA pilot must understand the principles of GNSS/GPS operation, augmentation systems, the significance of GPS loss, and factors affecting GPS performance.

Original regulatory text

Global navigation satellite system (GNSS/GPS) - Principles of operation - Describe how GNSS systems may be enhanced by augmentation systems. - Provide an example of how Differential Global Positioning Service (DGPS) might be used for landing. - Discuss the significance of GPS loss in flight. - Describe what can affect GPS performance (number of satellites, weather). - Causes of signal loss and interference

Applies when

country

Canada

min mtom g

250

max mtom kg

150

regulatory category

General