Vor flight

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Im new to the sim.
Im trying to get into VOR FLIGHT on the xbox.
Could anyone point me to an aircraft that will be good to practise as well as which areas in uk that have more beacons.

Will it possible to use the radio Nav and the Cdi to flight Vor on the Xbox? And how do I set it ?

:blush: Thanks.

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I would start by reviewing this thread:

Yes, absolutely. If you have one, Iā€™d try to use a mouse rather than the Xbox controller.

However, if youā€™re using the Xbox controller and an analog gauge aircraft, you ā€œlockā€ onto the OBS control knob by clicking the thumbstick and then use the triggers and/or thumbstick to adjust the CDI/HSI to a desired radial.

If you are using a Garmin-based glass cockpit, the process is similar for manipulating the controls. However, you need to use the CDI key to toggle from GPS to one of the NAV radios depending on the configuration of the aircraft and Garmin type.

Iā€™d recommend using an analog aircraft, since the simplicity of the systems will allow you to remain focused on learning the basics and minimize distraction from all the other features of a glass cockpit that you arenā€™t using.

Using an aircraft that also has an autopilot will make the learning process easier ā€” especially on Xbox (if you donā€™t have actual flight peripherals). You can set the autopilot to NAV and it will fly the radial course you have selected. This will free up your workload to focus on the task of learning the radios, CDI/HSI and how it all comes together to navigate.

A good choice for this might be the Beaver included with the base sim. Use the tablet to switch Avionics > Analog Radios & Dual VOR/CDI

I canā€™t help you with this, but we have many UK pilots who are active on the forum, so Iā€™m sure someone will chime in here.

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Thank you for your reply.

Which plane would be ideal to practise on please?

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Cessna 152. There is a free upgraded version you can download on discord. Otherwise default.
Check out Alpha Hotelā€™s tutorials on youtube for a great getting started flight training on the 152.

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Thank you :blush:

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As I mentioned in my previous response, I suggested the Beaver, since it has an autopilot, whereas the Cessna 152, does not.

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I recommend the C172, which is a very docile plane and has an autopilot (which I donā€™t recommend using, initially).

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Well the WB sim version has an auto pilot. And itā€™s a gem to fly.

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The OP is on Xbox, so modded aircraft arenā€™t an option.

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If you dont have it already, get a mouse with scroll-wheel. The wheel will turn the OBS buttom and you get even tactile feedback like that.

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Thank :blush:
I did try but it doesnā€™t work. How do I configure it with the xbox please?

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Should work out of the box when you use the USB connections on the back of the console, not in the front.

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Thanks! Iā€™m trying it now.
The CDI are acting by itself. How do I disable it and settings it ip on my own?
I have downloaded the Skyvector and Little nav but unable to find the radio frequencies for the vor.
Anyone know of a good section in the UK for practicing please?

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I will try
Iwas using the wireless.
Thank :blush:

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Is there an alternative add on in the sim market place please?

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Thanks unfortunately I m on the xbox.

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South-East of UK heading east. Start at Shoreham. You also need some NDB bearings. The frequency shows in the map like here SFD Seaford VOR. The ingame VFR Map also has all frequencies.

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Thanks
Itā€™s good to know.

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:blush: Thanks
Sorry which map was it please?