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VOR and TACAN Co-located Station

A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Quick answer: A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

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A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Why it matters

VOR and TACAN Co-located Station matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

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What is VOR and TACAN Co-located Station?

In this glossary, VOR and TACAN Co-located Station refers to: A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

How is VOR and TACAN Co-located Station used in aviation?

In aviation communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Proceed direct to the VOR and TACAN co-located station, expect further clearance for the approach."

Why does VOR and TACAN Co-located Station matter in aviation?

VOR and TACAN Co-located Station matters because it supports clear communication in Navigation contexts for Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as ICAO Level 4, ICAO Level 5, ICAO Level 6, and EASA FCL.055.

Who uses VOR and TACAN Co-located Station?

VOR and TACAN Co-located Station is mainly used by Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, and Cabin Crew.

What category does VOR and TACAN Co-located Station belong to?

In this glossary, VOR and TACAN Co-located Station is grouped under Navigation. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG and published by Protermify Aviation as a static aviation reference page.

Definition

A ground-based radio navigation aid where a VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR) and a Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) facility are located at the same site, providing both civil and military navigation signals (VORTAC).

Operational example

Proceed direct to the VOR and TACAN co-located station, expect further clearance for the approach.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

Category

Navigation

Exam relevance

  • ICAO Level 4
  • ICAO Level 5
  • ICAO Level 6
  • EASA FCL.055

Target audience

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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