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Air Navigation Classes for CPL 2026 | DGCA CPL Air Navigation Syllabus, Exam Preparation & Ground Training Guide

Air Navigation

Air Navigation

India

Location

Dwaraka, Sec-7, Delhi

Guidance

Capt. Awadesh Tomer

Batch

1 March 2026

Air Navigation Classes for CPL – complete DGCA CPL Air Navigation syllabus, exam pattern, important topics, and preparation strategy for DGCA exams. Learn about dead reckoning, radio navigation, flight planning, time-speed-distance calculations, wind triangle problems, and navigation instruments. Discover how professional CPL ground classes improve DGCA exam accuracy, boost problem-solving speed, and help you clear Air Navigation in your Commercial Pilot License (CPL) training confidently.

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Air Navigation - DGCA Ground Classes – Complete Guide to Best DGCA Ground Classes in India

By Golden Epaulettes Aviation

Air Navigation is one of the most critical and scoring subjects in the DGCA CPL / ATPL Ground Examinations. It forms the technical foundation of flight planning, in-flight decision-making, and airline operations. Strong command over Air Navigation not only improves DGCA results but also prepares pilots for real-world cockpit responsibilities.

Course Overview

The Air Navigation Ground Classes by Golden Epaulettes Aviation are a complete, end-to-end program—taking students from basic concepts to advanced operational understanding—strictly aligned with the latest DGCA syllabus, exam trends, and airline expectations.

  • DGCA CPL & ATPL aspirants
  • Cadet Pilot Program candidates
  • First-attempt & re-attempt students
  • Conceptual clarity over rote learning

Air Navigation Syllabus – Foundation to Airline Level

This syllabus is designed to build Air Navigation competence from absolute basics to advanced, airline-oriented understanding — strictly aligned with DGCA CPL / ATPL examination requirements.

MODULE 01

Basics of Air Navigation (Foundation)

  • Definition & scope of Air Navigation
  • Earth shape: sphere, spheroid, ellipsoid, geoid
  • Poles, Equator, Axis
  • Latitude (parallels, N/S naming)
  • Longitude, meridians, Prime Meridian
  • True, Magnetic & Compass North
  • Nautical mile, knot, degree, minute

DGCA focus: Conceptual MCQs · Importance: Absolute fundamentals (cannot be skipped)

MODULE 02

Time Systems & Conversions

  • Solar vs Mean Time
  • LMT, UTC (Zulu), Standard Time
  • Time zones & International Date Line
  • Longitude-based time conversion
  • East–West travel & date change rules

DGCA focus: Direct numericals + logic

MODULE 03

Direction, Tracks & Bearings

  • Course vs Track
  • Heading vs Bearing
  • TT, MT, TH, MH, CH
  • Track Made Good (TMG)
  • Conversion chain & intercept angles

DGCA focus: Terminology traps & accuracy

MODULE 04

Speed, Distance & Time (Core Numericals)

  • IAS, TAS, GS relationships
  • Relative motion problems
  • Overtaking & closing speed
  • Acceleration, deceleration
  • Average speed & percentage error

DGCA focus: High-weight numericals · Skill outcome: Speed & accuracy

MODULE 05

Wind Triangle & Vector Navigation

  • Vector representation & relative velocity
  • Wind triangle theory
  • Drift angle & WCA
  • Headwind & crosswind components
  • Effect of wind change in flight

DGCA focus: Repeated numericals · Airline relevance: Daily flight planning

MODULE 06

Great Circle & Rhumb Line Navigation

  • Great Circle characteristics
  • Shortest distance logic
  • Track change behaviour
  • Rhumb Line characteristics
  • Comparison & application

DGCA focus: Conceptual & comparison MCQs

MODULE 07

Magnetism & Compass Errors

  • Magnetic variation & deviation
  • Isogonic, agonic, isoclinic lines
  • Magnetic dip
  • Turning & acceleration errors
  • Hemisphere-wise behaviour

DGCA focus: Direction-based traps

MODULE 08

Pressure Pattern Flying (PPF)

  • Pressure systems & isobars
  • Pressure gradient force
  • Wind–pressure relationship
  • Navigation in pressure patterns

DGCA focus: Conceptual application questions

MODULE 09

Flight Planning & Navigation Logs

  • Route & fuel planning logic
  • Time & ETA calculations
  • Diversion planning
  • Nav log interpretation
  • Chart-based planning

DGCA focus: Applied numericals & scenarios

MODULE 10

Radio Navigation – Concept Integration

  • VOR, radials & bearings
  • NDB / ADF logic
  • DME distance interpretation
  • RMI indications
  • RNAV & GPS overview

DGCA focus: Interpretation, not memorisation

MODULE 11

Advanced & Airline-Oriented Navigation (ATPL Exposure)

  • Long-range navigation concepts
  • Polar & grid navigation (intro)
  • Effect of wind change in cruise
  • Operational navigation awareness

Purpose: Smooth transition to airline ground school

Why This Syllabus Works for DGCA Exams

  • 100% DGCA CPL / ATPL aligned
  • No missing or overlapping topics
  • Strong numerical emphasis
  • Clear separation of similar concepts
  • Builds pilot-level thinking, not rote learning

Teaching Methodology

  • First-principles teaching
  • Step-by-step numericals
  • DGCA pattern MCQs
  • Common mistake analysis
  • Structured revisions & doubt support

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When you sit with Capt. Tomar for counselling, it doesn’t feel like a formal session. It feels like talking to someone who has already walked the path you’re trying to understand. He knows how confusing the beginning can be — medicals, DGCA Computer Number, ground classes, flying school choices, budgets — everything feels overwhelming at first. He speaks honestly. If something is risky, he will tell you. If something is unnecessary, he will explain why. There are no big promises or shortcuts — just practical guidance based on real experience in aviation. The focus is simple: help you make the right decision from day one. Because one wrong step in pilot training can cost time and money. Capt. Tomar makes sure you understand the process clearly before you move ahead.

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"the ground classes were highly useful and informative. the way navigation concepts are simplified is super. i cleared my dgca exams on the first attempt thanks to the structured mock series."

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"the ground classes were highly useful and informative. the way navigation concepts are simplified is super. i cleared my dgca exams on the first attempt thanks to the structured mock series."

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