Air Navigation - General & Radio Navigation
About the Course
Air Navigation covers how pilots determine their position, plan a route and keep track of a flight. It brings together direction, distance, time, wind, aircraft performance and the equipment used for navigation.
At IFA, we teach the subject through explanations and worked calculations. Students learn how to read charts, account for wind, calculate flight time and fuel requirements, and understand the information provided by navigation aids and instruments. Each topic builds towards understanding how a flight is planned and monitored.
The course follows the DGCA CPL Air Navigation syllabus and is suitable for students beginning the subject or preparing for another examination attempt. Chapter tests, doubt-solving sessions and individual mentoring help students work through the areas they find difficult.
What the Course Covers
The course follows Appendix A of DGCA CAR Section 7, Series B, Part IV, which prescribes the Air Navigation syllabus for CPL Aeroplanes.
1. Air Navigation
Basics of Navigation
Magnetism and Compasses
Charts
Dead Reckoning Navigation
In-flight Navigation
2. Mass and Balance — Aeroplanes
Introduction to Mass and Balance
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Centre of Gravity
3. Performance
Performance of Single-Engine Aeroplanes
Performance of Multi-Engine Aeroplanes
4. Flight Planning and Monitoring — Aeroplanes
Flight Plans for Cross Country Flights
ICAO ATC Flight Plan
Practical Flight Planning
Practical Completion of Flight Plans, Flight Logs and Navigation Logs
5. Radio Navigation
Radio Aids
Basic Radar Principles
Self-contained and External-Referenced Navigation Systems
6. Instrumentation
Flight Instruments
Power Plant and System Monitoring Instruments
Basic Radio Propagation Theory
View the detailed DGCA syllabus — Appendix A, reproduced document
Examination Format
Examination: DGCA CPL Air Navigation
Question type: Multiple-choice questions
Assessment: Theoretical knowledge, including navigation calculations and interpretation
Minimum passing score: 70%
Preparation involves both understanding the theory and applying it accurately. Students need to be comfortable with calculations, units, charts and instrument information. IFA’s chapter tests and mock tests provide regular opportunities to practise these areas.
DGCA examination criteria — paragraphs 5.4–5.6, reproduced document
What IFA Offers
Online and offline classes
Class notes for study and revision
A test after every chapter
Mock tests
Doubt-solving sessions
One-to-one mentoring
During doubt-solving sessions, students can revisit calculations and discuss where their method went wrong. One-to-one mentoring helps identify recurring difficulties and the topics that need more attention before the examination.
Batch & Course Details
Next batch: To be announced
Course duration: Contact IFA for details
Learning mode: Online and offline
Class days and timings: Available on enquiry
Course fee: Available on enquiry
Classroom location: Sector 7 Dwarka, New Delhi
Contact IFA
For batch availability, timings and fees:
Call: +91 7579904444 / +91 9560218888
WhatsApp: Message IFA
Email: info@flyifa.com
Address: 2nd Floor, Dev Plaza, Ramphal Chowk Road, Sector 7 Dwarka, New Delhi – 110077.
Frequently Asked Questions
QDoes this course include General Navigation and Radio Navigation?
Yes. It covers both, along with Mass and Balance, Performance, Flight Planning and Instrumentation as prescribed in the DGCA CPL Air Navigation syllabus.
QCan I join if I struggle with calculations?
Yes. Worked calculations, chapter tests and doubt-solving sessions give you opportunities to understand the methods and address mistakes during preparation.
QDo I need flying experience before joining?
No previous flying experience is needed to begin studying the subject.
QCan I join for revision before another attempt?
Yes. The course is also suitable for students who want to revisit the syllabus and work on gaps in their preparation.
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