Need For WAAS In Question
Need for the multi-billion dollar WAAS also is being questioned. The contracted accuracy for WAAS is 7.6 meters, which translates into a 350-foot decision height for pilots. At this height, non-precision approach aids, such as a VOR, work as well. This means that FAA cannot certify it for Cat 1...
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