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How is the course sensitivity of a VOR exactly defined?

The value of the OBS setting

The total number of aircraft in the region

The angle change in degrees from the center to the last dot

The course sensitivity of a VOR is exactly defined by the angle change in degrees from the center to the last dot on the VOR indicator. This concept refers to how responsive the VOR system is to changes in the aircraft's heading relative to the desired course. When the aircraft is aligning with the selected bearing on the VOR, the situation depicted on the indicator will show movement as the aircraft approaches or deviates from the course. The number of dots represents increments that visually indicate the direction and extent of that deviation in relation to the set course. The finer the sensitivity, indicated by closer spacing of the dots, allows for precise navigation adjustments, crucial for ensuring safe and accurate flight operations in proximity to VOR waypoints.

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The distance from the VOR station

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