Approach Basics (GX50/60)

Canceling the Approach will result in returning to Approach Transition operation. The Approach Active light will go out and the CDI will smoothly scale back to 1.0 nm sensitivity. Once Approach Active has been canceled by the pilot, it cannot be made active again except by again crossing the FAF inbound.

MSG

MSG

Note

Verify that the Approach Active annunciator illuminates at the FAF. If for any reason it is not on, do NOT continue the approach.

Crossing the Final Approach Fix

1.You are now in Approach Active operation. The Approach Active annunciator will light continuously. If the Approach Active annunciator is not lighted continuously, do NOT continue the approach.

2.The OBS/HOLD annunciator will light. Flight Plan leg sequencing is suspended with the MAP as the current TO waypoint.

Missed Approach Point (MAP)

1.The MSG annunciator will indicate a standard Waypoint Alert as you approach the MAP. Press the MSG key to acknowledge the message. Press the MSG key to return to the previous function.

Approach

Transition Operation

CDI Scale = 1.0nm

Proceed to

MAHP Selected

Waypoint

MAP

CDI Scale

Transitions

0.3 nm to 1.0 nm

If Missed Approach

Selected

APPRCH Anunciator On

At or After MAP, Press OBS/Hold for Missed Approach

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