RNAV/RNP(GNSS) Approach (RNPAPCH)

After completion of the RNAV/RNP(GNSS) Approach (RNPAPCH)course, the successful ap­plicant should be thoroughly familiar with the basic principles, limitations and special functions of the RNAV/GNSS system. They should also be familiar with the operation and particularities of RNAV/GNSS equipment. Finally, they should be aware of the operational procedures applicable to pre-flight planning and performance of these approaches.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE SUBJECTS

• Operating principles of the RNAV/GNSS system

• System limitations

• Characteristics (class, performance, etc.) and functionalities of the RNAV/GNSS equipment used, including alarms and error messages 

• Characteristics of RNAV(GNSS) approach procedures 

• Indication of different types of GNSS approaches

• Selection of different types of approaches (SBAS channel, etc.)

• Rules applicable to pre-flight planning (selection of aerodromes, NOTAMs, RAIM prediction)

• Normal and occasional procedures, in particular all the missed approach cases (including the corresponding phraseology) 

• Databases (characteristics, checks and utilisation)

• Applicable minima

• Use of approach documentation (charts, identification of the approach procedure, representation and characteristics of the various turning points)

• Flight Crew 

• Dispatch