VOR Visualizer

What is the VOR Visualizer?

The VOR Visualizer is a tool built by a Flight Instructor to help pilots understand the indications shown on traditional VOR navigation equipment. It can be used to teach both VFR and IFR pilots how to navigate using a VOR.

Tutorials

VOR Visualizer Tutorial

Learn how to use the VOR Visualizer App.

Fundamentals

Orientation

Hide and randomize the position of your airplane to practice finding your location using a VOR.

Intercept and Track

Practice intercepting and tracking a chosen radial.

Limitations

Visualize the limitations of VOR navigation equipment by seeing the effects of the cone of confusion and zone of ambiguity.

IFR Procedures

Holding Patterns

Practice flying holding pattern entries and procedures. You can even add wind to make it more challenging.

Approach Procedures

Visualize performing VOR approach procedures including procedure turns and missed approach procedures