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AREA MAP (6 of 16)

RADIO AID When selected, a while circle and the SELECT STATION ON MAP keypad are displayed. Move the white circle to select an area of interest and use the keypad to select required facility.

When a facility has been successfully selected, the Select Station menu is displayed to allow you to:

  • Display station information
  • Fail/restore the facility
  • Display range/bearing information
  • Set the facility as the map centre

Selecting range/bearing displays the ident, bearing and range of the facility in the map display title bar.

RANGE BEARING Allows you to determine the range and bearing to radio facilities or a lat/long position. When selected, a white square frame (centred at the map reference position) and the RANGE & BEARING keypad are displayed.

Move the white square frame to select a lat/long position and use the keypad to determine the range and bearing.

A/C SLEW Displays the A/C SLEW keypad which allows you to change the geographical position, speed, heading and altitude of the aircraft.
WIND SLEW Allows you to change the wind speed and direction. When selected, a white circle with a projecting arrow and the SURFACE WIND SLEW keypad are displayed.

Touch the area map display to change the wind speed and direction. The keypad readouts and the size and direction of the arrow will change accordingly. Select OK on the keypad to confirm the selection.

STORM SELECT Displays the Storm Control toolbar in place of the Map toolbar.