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Old 24th April 2002 | 08:44
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FlapsOne
 
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You cannot couple to a Non-Precision approach because there is no vertical guidance.

A fully coupled approach requires precision guidance in both azimuth and elevation.

You can use the autopilot to execute a non-precision approach with azimuth guidance (VOR or LOCALISER) coupled, but the descent will be controlled by the the chap driving.

If you want, I am sure there are many folks out there with planet sized brains who can go into far more technical detail than I have enthusiasm for.
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