LOCALIZER Approach
STEP HSI AP MODE REMARKS
1 HDG
ALT or
ATT
The localizer or ILS approach
begins with a transition from
the enroute structure to the
outer compass locator (LOM).
The heading bug is used to
select the desired heading.
The aircraft’s altitude may be
controlled by the modifier
switch or through the use of
the altitude mode. The
Inbound Front Course direction
is selected with the course
arrow.
2 REV
ALT or
ATT
Upon reaching the LOM, press
the REV switch. The autopilot
will intercept and track
outbound.
3 REV
ALT or
ATT
Upon tracking the localizer, the
system will compensate for
crosswind and enter the “soft
track” mode. The procedure
turn outbound heading may be
selected with the heading bug.
4 HDG
ALT or
ATT
At the appropriate time, press
the HDG switch to begin the
procedure turn. Altitude
appropriate to this phase of the
approach should be controlled
using ALT or ATT as
necessary
LOCALIZER APPROACH
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