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Can some show me how to set up a VOR/DMe approach...I think that is what it is...for example I can't not make a heavy down on the runway especially and San Marteen...I think it uses a VOR/DME for the approach..but I only understand the ILS....can someone please tell me how to make a good landing...I know the approach with the VOR isn't on perfectly but can you help?

Thank you

I'm no expert, but I believe you need specific charts for the type of approach

You might be able to find these charts online

Hi JR

.Andrew is right, you need to locate the specific chart for the VOR/DME approach for the Airport/Runway you intend to land on.

A DME/VOR approach uses the VOR as a localiser and the DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) as the Glideslope.

Set your VOR 1 to the VOR frequency and enter the RWY heading as the course,  intercept the course heading as you would a ILS and start descending at a rate that complies with the chart.

Once established, you guide yourself to the RWY using the DME, Altitude, AH, and DI/VOR Gauges ( There's no real reason to look out the windows!!!) lol

The chart will tel you at what hieght you need to be at and at what distance.

Example; ( for a 3 degree path )

Distance  9.2Nm         9           8                     7           6.3            6      etc
Hieght     5000        4960   4640   4325   4100   4005
   
As with the ILS, it will also (well it should) give you a decision altitude, and a missed approach vector, and intructions awaiting ATC.

It takes a bit to get use to, especially at night !!!

Anyway hope it helps

SV2003