This type of approach differs from ASR by providing the vertical position of the aircraft as well as horizontal. It's much like working with the X and Y axis on a graph. It's the job of the PAR controller to make sure the pilot stays on both paths (horizontal = course and vertical = glideslope) in order for a safe approach. There's more to keep track of than with ASR, so obviously it's a little more complicated. However, our class did very well again. Everyone passed. I pulled out with a 97%. We're now starting to get into Arrival Control. More on this after the holiday.
Christmas stand-down starts on December 17th, but I'll be leaving the 22nd and return January 3rd. I can't wait to get back home and see my family and friends - most of whom I haven't seen since I left for boot camp June 1st. If I don't post before I leave, have a great holiday!
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