Air Pilot’s Manual Volume 5: Radio Navigation & Instrument Flying by Jonathan Shooter (Paperback)

Volume 5 introduces pilots to radio navigation and instrument flying. It explains the principles of VOR, NDB, GPS and other navigational aids, showing how instruments support accurate position tracking and course control.

The book covers instrument displays, altimeters, airspeed indicators, attitude indicators, and navigation radios. Students learn to interpret readings, integrate multiple instruments, and maintain situational awareness under visual and instrument conditions.

Instrument procedures, including holding patterns, approaches, and departures, are explained with clear diagrams and step-by-step examples. The volume emphasises how to safely transition between visual and instrument flight, and how to use instruments to maintain course in challenging conditions.

Radio communication and phraseology are integrated with navigation exercises, helping pilots understand how to coordinate with air traffic control. Practical exercises reinforce learning, allowing students to develop confidence in planning and executing instrument flights.

By combining navigation theory, instrument knowledge, and practical guidance, Volume 5 equips pilots with the skills needed to navigate safely in all conditions and to operate effectively in controlled airspace.