Intercept and track a GPS course
intermediatePremiumGo Direct-To, then let the autopilot capture and hold the GPS course.
Start this scenario
Open the SimTuts G1000 simulator and select āIntercept and track a GPS courseā from the scenarios list to walk through it step-by-step on the simulated glass cockpit.
Open trainer āStep-by-step: Intercept and track a GPS course
- Direct-To KTCY (press Dā, spell it, ENT).
GPS is the active navigation source before you engage a lateral mode.
- Engage the autopilot and select NAV mode.
NAV mode couples the GFC 700 to the active GPS course.
- Hold altitude at 4,000 ft with ALT.
Now the aircraft tracks the course laterally and holds altitude.
Background reading
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