RNAV procedures

RNAV (Area Navigation) procedures allow aircraft to navigate precisely using satellite technology, enabling them to follow accurate routes without relying solely on ground-based navigation aids. This system improves efficiency by permitting more direct and flexible flight paths, reducing flight times and fuel consumption. RNAV procedures include departure, en-route, and arrival routes, often represented as specific waypoints on charts. Pilots use onboard GPS and navigation systems to follow these routes accurately, enhancing safety and operational flexibility in busy or complex airspace.