localizer

What's the difference between an approach named "LOC/DME" vs just "LOC" but with a requirement for DME in the specs? Is there any difference in the requirements? Examples Airport: KIMT Approach name: "LOC/DME BC RWY 19" With DME in the name... ...versus ... Airport: KJMS Approach name: "LOC...

Community, My GPS is giving me an error that the localizer needs servicing. Has anyone had this same issue and/or know what could be causing this. I know it might be an incredibly big ask but if someone could tell me some of the most common issues with the Garmin 430W and localizer issues I'd...

I'm just learning about IFR approaches and was wondering how I would fly the LOC RWY 30C approach at KIWA (Phoenix Mesa Gateway). The chart has the ILS and LOC approach on the same plate. I'm looking at the version from skyvector.com (it's also attached to this post). The top-left lists the...

CFIIs & DPEs, What are you teaching in regards to using GPS in lieu of DME (AIM 1-2-3) on a LOC/DME approach? There is some controversy in my circles about this. Some experienced CFIs and a few examiners I know will not allow you to use the GPS waypoint distance information on the MFD (G1000 or...

If you're flying a backcourse approach, wouldn't it make sense to just set the CDI to reciprocal heading (i.e., the inbound course on the ILS)? That way you eliminate the reverse sensing stuff, right?