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CHAPTER 01 INTRODUCTION TO ILS
CHAPTER 1.
1. INTRODUCTION TO ILS.
1.1 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS :
Navigation is the 'ART' of determining the position of an aircraft over earth's surface
and guiding its progress from one place to another.
To accomplish this ART, some sort of 'aids' are required by the PILOTS. In the early
days, voyages were accomplished by the navigators through the knowledge of Terrain
or movements of sun stars and winds. As the time progressed, some instruments such
as Compass, Chronometer and Theodolite came on the scene.
In the twentieth century, electronics also entered in the Aviation field. Direction finders
and other navigational aids enabled the navigators to obtain 'Fixes' using electronic
aids only. Hence such aids became more and more popular and came into extensive
use.
TYPES OF NAVIGATION
The methods of navigation can be divided into four categories:
1. Visual
2. Astronomical (Celestial)
3. Navigation by dead reckoning
4. Radio navigation
a. Visual navigation: In this method the navigator `fixes' his position on a map
by observing known visible landmarks, such as rivers, railway lines, mountains,
coast lines etc,. During night. 'light beacons from cities and towns can provide
information about the position of aircraft. However this is possible only under
good visibility conditions.
b. Astronomical navigation: This is accomplished by measuring the angular

position of celestial bodies with a sextant and noting the precise time at which
the measurement is made with a chronometer! The position of celestial bodies
at various times are given in almanacs. With two or three observations, the
position (‘Fix ‘) of the aircraft can be obtained. The advantage of celestial
navigation is its relative independence of external aids. But good visibility is
required to take elevation angles of heavenly . Under favorable conditions, this
method gives position with an accuracy of 1 NM.
c. Dead reckoning: The term 'Dead Reckoning' abbreviated as `DR' stands

for deduced calculation. In this method the ground 'Position' of an aircraft
at any instant is calculated . from its previously determined position, the
speed of its motion with respect to earth along with the direction of
motion (i.e. velocity vector) and the motion time elapsed. For navigation
by dead reckoning, direction of motion is provided by magnetic compass
and speed by air-speed indicator. Navigation would be straight forward if
the medium, in which the aircraft is moving, is stationary. But, while
flying, the wind speed and the direction from which it blows affects the
aircraft's speed and may also drift the aircraft from the direction to which
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its nose is pointing. Hence the ground position of an aircraft is

determined from the knowledge of its speed. Direction of the fore and aft
axis and the prevailing wind conditions, using the principle of triangle of
velocities.
d. Radio Navigation: This method is based on the use of Radio

Transmitter, Radio Receiver, and propagation of electromagnetic waves
to find navigational parameters such as direction, distance etc., required
to find the position of the aircraft. The Radio navigational aids provide
information to a pilot regarding the position of his/her aircraft in azimuth
and/or elevation at any instant of time. Radio communication and
navigational aids also provide useful information to Air Traffic Control
Officers for effective control of air traffic.
CLASSIFICATION OF RADIO NAVIGATIONAL AIDS :
Radio navigational Aids can he classified in different ways. The classification

helps in identifying the usefulness of a given facility. All navigational aids, which
provide guidance by using Radio Waves, are called Non-visual aids.
According to service range, the radio - navigational aids are broadly classified
into three categories:
a. Long range
b. Medium range
c. Short range
a. Long Range Navigational Aids: Some of the aids operating world-wide

in, this category are OMEGA and Long Range Aid to Navigation
(LORAN).
They are operate in the Very Low Frequency (VLF) and Low Frequency
(LF) bands of the frequency spectrum. i.e. 10 KHz, 50-100 KHz and 100-
200 KHz respectively to give very long ranges of the order of 7000 Kms,
and 700 Kms respectively. They are based on hyperbolic system of
navigation. These aids are not, provided by Airports Authority of India
(AAI), although aircraft equipped with corresponding receiving equipment
can use these facilities while flying over Indian air space.
b. Medium Range Navigational Aids: NDB (non directional beacon) falls in

this category . It operates in the LF/MF band of frequency spectrum with a
nominal range of 150-250 nautical miles, and even up to 350 NM over high
seas.
c. Short Range Radio Navigational Aids: Some of the important and widely
used short range aids are : VHF DF, VOR, DME, ILS and RADARS. These
aids operate in and above the VHF bands and hence the coverage is
dependant upon line-of-sight phenomenon.
Factors affecting coverage of medium range navigational aids.
a. Transmitter power
b. Frequency in use
c. Geographical location
d. Atmospheric conditions

The factor which affects the coverage area of a short range navigational
aids.
a. Transmitter power
b. Height of transmitter and receiver
c. Site/terrain conditions
d. Sensitivity of the receiver
The inter-relationship between Transmitted Power, Frequency and Range of

different -medium/short range navigational aids are shown in Table below.
Short Range Aids:
NAME OF THE SYSTEM FREQUENCY POWER RANGE

EQUIPMENT BAND (IN (NM)
WATTS)
NDB Locator 200 – 450 KHz <50 45
VOR Terminal VOR 108 – 112 MHz 13 25
Localizer ILS 108 – 112 MHz 10 25
Glide Path ILS 328 – 336 MHz 10 10
DME ILS - DME 960 – 1215 MHz 100 25
Medium Range Aids:
NAME OF SYSTEM FREQUENCY POWER RANGE

THE BAND (IN (NM)
EQUIPMENT WATTS)
NDB Homing & En- 200 – 450 KHz 500 & 150 &
route >1KW >250
VHF D/F Homing 118 – 136 MHz -- 150
VOR Homing & En- 112 – 118 MHz 100 200

route
DME Homing & En- 960 – 1215 MHz 1KW 200
route
Inter relationship in terms of Frequency, Power, Range and system

1.2 EVOLUTION OF LANDING AIDS :
Modern I.L.S. is the result of the evolution of landing aids leading from signal
strength monitors known as ISOPTENTIAL systems, through the LORENTZ and
STANDARD BEAM APPROACH (S.B.A .) SYSTEMS, to the present. Of course
evolution continues with MICROWAVE LANDING SYSTEMS, known as M.L.S.
The present system saw its conception in the U.S.A. The carrier frequencies
were chosen to provide a reasonable aerial size with adequate performance
.The “state of the art “ at the time of development provided reasonable
efficiency from components at these frequencies A system of tone
modulation was chosen using 90 Hz and 150 Hz, both frequencies being
directly derivable from the U.S. mains frequency of 60 Hz . The harmonics of
these frequencies are not inter related until 450 Hz and the use of low
modulating frequencies allows for close channel spacing.
Future Navigation System:
For navigation purposes, the FANS Committee developed the concept of required
navigation performance (RNP), where the performance of the system would be
specified. This avoids the need for ICAO to select a navigation system, and it
allows aircraft operators to choose the equipment most suitable to their needs in
meeting the navigation performance requirement. The RNP concept supports the
development of more flexible route systems and area navigation environments.
The FANS Committee was confident that the global navigation satellite system
(GNSS) will evolve to the point where it is suitable as a sole means of navigation
meeting the required navigation performance (RNP) for most phases of flight and
eventually replacing the current large variety of short range navigational aids
(See Fig. 1)
Fig.1.FANS -Navigation

The GNSS is now deployed through navigation satellites of the United States'
global positioning system (GPS) and the Russian Federations' global orbiting
navigation satellite system ( GLONSS), together with various augmentation
systems to provide the necessary integrity and accuracy improvements. In
accordance with the current ICAO transition plan, the microwave landing system
(MLS) and instrument landing system (ILS) will for the near future, be the
standard system for precision approach and landing. Eventually, most ground-
based navigation aids will be withdrawn from service.
In 1980, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recognized that the
existing air traffic system had many problems and limitations. ICAO setup a committee
to investigate the situation, and to find out a solution. The committee was called the
Special Committee on Future Air Navigation Systems. It is known as FANS phase I
committee. The FANS committee was set up in 1983. After lot of study and discussion,
the committee recommended a new approach, which uses satellites, digital networks
and computers, as well as some existing methods. The new approach is called
CNS/ATM.
CNS/ATM was endorsed by the member states of ICAO in 1991. It should be in full
operation by 2010.
The new system:
CNS / ATM is going to change the way pilots and controllers communicate
.Communication will be based on data link (digital data) .Voice communication will be
used as backup and will gradually becomes less important. Data based
communication has many advantages over voice communication especially on oceanic
routes and over continental land mass where there are few navigational aids.
Satellite based navigation....

The main feature of navigation will be the use of satellite based
• Aircraft use signals from a minimum of 4 satellites to calculate their position
• There are two sets of satellites to choose from. These sets each consists of
21 satellites (and 3 spares) which orbit at an altitude of about 20,000 Kms.
One is operated by the United States Department of Defense. This system
is called GPS (Global Positioning System). The other, operated by Russia,
is called GLONASS (Global Orbiting Navigation Satellite System).
• These satellite systems are accurate to within 100 mtrs. (on a horizontal
plane). They provide a common time reference to all users.
• The whole system of satellite based navigation (including satellites, receivers,
Ground Earth Stations and monitoring) is called GNSS - Global Navigation
Satellite System.
• New aviation maps need to be produced for GNSS. The old maps were
based on regional datum points. The GNSS maps are based on WGS 84,
which uses a single datum point (the center of the Earth).

Precision approach aids.…
In its standard form GPS is not precise enough for precision approaches.
There are two approach methods available under CNS/ATM.
1. You can enhance the accuracy of GPS so it can be used for

landing approach
2. MLS-Microwave landing system
This is likely to be overtaken by improvements in satellite systems.
1.3 Purpose and use of ILS:
The Instrument Landing System (ILS) provides a means for safe landing of
aircraft at airports under conditions of low ceilings and limited visibility. The use of
the system materially reduces interruptions of service at airports resulting from
bad weather by allowing operations to continue at lower weather minimums. The
ILS also increases the traffic handling capacity of the airport under all weather
conditions.
The function of an ILS is to provide the PILOT or AUTOPILOT of a landing aircraft with
the guidance to and along the surface of the runway. This guidance must be of very
high integrity to ensure that each landing has a very high probability of success.
1.4 COMPONENTS OF ILS:
The basic philosophy of ILS is that ground installations, located in the vicinity of
the runway, transmit coded signals in such a manner that pilot is given
information indicating position of the aircraft with respect to correct approach
path.
To provide correct approach path information to the pilot, three different signals
are required to be transmitted. The first signal gives the information to the pilot
indicating the aircraft's position relative to the center line of the runway. The
second signal gives the information indicating the aircraft's position relative to the
required angle of descent, where as the third signal provides distance information
from some specified point.
These three parameters which are essential for a safe landing are Azimuth
Approach Guidance, Elevation Approach Guidance and Range from the touch
down point. These are provided to the pilot by the three components of the ILS
namely Localizer, Glide Path and Marker Beacons respectively. At some airports,
the Marker Beacons are replaced by a Distance Measuring Equipment (DME).
This information is summarized in the following table.
ILS Parameter ILS Component

a. Azimuth Approach Guidance Provided by Localizer
b. Elevation Approach Guidance Provided by Glide Path
c. Fixed Distances from Threshold Provided by Marker Beacons
d. Range from touch down point Provided by DME

Localizer unit:
The localizer unit consists of an equipment building, the transmitter

equipment, a platform, the antennas, and field detectors. The antennas will be
located about 1,000 feet from the stop end of the runway and the building
about 300 feet to the side. The detectors are mounted on posts a short
distance from the antennas.
Glide Path Unit :
The Glide Path unit is made up of a building, the transmitter equipment, the
radiating antennas and monitor antennas mounted on towers. The antennas
and the building are located about 300 feet to one side of the runway center
line at a distance of approximately 1,000 feet from the approach end of the
runway.

Figure 2. shows the typical locations of ILS components
Marker Units :
Three Marker Units are provided. Each marker unit consists of a building,
transmitter and directional antenna array. The system will be located near the
runway center line, extended. The transmitters are 75 MHz, low power units
with keyed tone modulation. The units are controlled via lines from the tower.

The outer marker will be located between 4 and 7 miles in fro nt of the
approach end of the runway, so the pattern crosses the glide angle at the
intercept altitude. The modulation will be 400 Hz keyed at 2 dashes per
second.
The middle marker will be located about 3500 feet from the approach end of
the runway, so the pattern intersects the glide angle at 200 feet. The
modulation will be a 1300 Hz tone keyed by continuous dot, dash pattern.
Some ILS runways have an inner marker located about 1.000 feet from the
approach end of the runway, so the pattern intersects t he glide angle at 100
feet. The transmitter is modulated by a tone of 3000 Hz keyed by continuous
dots.
Distance Measuring Equipment (DME):
Where the provision of Marker Beacons is impracticable, a DME can be installed co-
located with the Glide Path facility.
The ILS should be supplemented by sources of guidance information which will

provide effective guidance to the desired course. Locator Beacons, which are
essentially low power NDBs, installed at Outer Marker and Middle Marker locations will
serve this purpose.
Aircraft ILS Component :
The Azimuth and Elevation guidance are provided by the Localizer and Glide Path
respectively to the pilot continuously by an on-board meter called the Cross Deviation
Indicator (CDI).Range information is provided continuously in the form of digital
readout if DME is used with ILS. However range information is not presented
continuously if Marker Beacons are used. In this condition aural and visual indications
of specific distances when the aircraft is overhead the marker beacons are provided by
means of audio coded signals and lighting of appropriate colored lamps in the cockpit.
FUNCTIONS OF ILS COMPONENTS :
A brief description of each of the ILS components is given in this section.
Function of Localizer unit :
The function of the Localizer unit is to provide, within its coverage limits, a vertical
plane o f c o u r s e , a l i g n e d with the extended center-line of the runway for
azimuth guidance to landing aircraft. In addition, it shall provide information to landing
aircraft as to whether the aircraft is offset towards the left or right side of this plane so
as to enable the pilot to align with the course.
Function of Glide Path unit :
The function of the Glide Path unit is to provide, within its coverage limits, an inclined
plane aligned with the glide path of the runway for providing elevation guidance to
landing aircraft. In addition, it shall provide information to landing aircraft as to whether
the aircraft is offset above or below this plane so as to enable the pilot to align with the
glide path.

Function of marker Beacon / DME :
The function of the marker beacons,/DME is to provide distance information from the
touch down point to a landing aircraft.
The marker beacons, installed at fixed distances from the runway threshold, provide
specific distance information whenever a landing aircraft is passing over any of these
beacons so that the pilot can check his altitude and correct it if necessary.
The DME, installed co-located with the Glide Path unit, will provide a continuous
distance information from the touch down point to landing aircraft.
Function of Locators:
The function of locators, installed co-located with the marker beacons, is to guide
aircraft coming for landing to begin an ILS approach.
1.5 Different models used in AAI:
Different models of ILS used in AAI are as follows:
1. GCEL ILS :In this ILS mechanical modulator is used and both the near field
monitoring system is utilized.
2. NORMARC ILS :In this system advance technology is used and for monitoring
purpose along with near field monitoring integral monitoring has been utilized
.Now a days 2 models viz. NM 3000 series and NM 7000 series are mostly
used in AAI.
3. ASI ILS : In Mumbai and Delhi airport these ILS are used under modernization
programme. One of the ILS model at Delhi is a CAT III ILS.

1.6 CONTROL AND INDICATIONS IN AIRBORNE RECEIVER :
Figure 3. Block Diagram ILS Airborne Receiver
The basic block diagram of ILS airborne receiver is shown in Fig.3 The basic airborne
display unit appears as shown in Fig. 4
The salient features of the airborne display unit are as below:
a) There are two needles (vertical needle for localizer and the horizontal one for
glide path).
b) There are two lines, vertical and horizontal, crossing each other at the center of
the meter and graduated by a series of dots. There are four dots above and
four below the central dot on the vertical line. Similarly there are four dots left
and four dots right of the central dot on the horizontal line.
c) The Localizer and Glide Path needles are driven by the DDM of respective
radiation.

FIG 4 .LOC GLIDE SLOPE INDICATOR AND RECEIVER

CHAPTER 02 COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLES
Chapter 2
Communication Principles in relation to ILS
NOTE: Please refer to the Communication Principles (General) Volume
Article No.
Comm. Principles
2.1 Modulation techniques
2.1.1 Basic Concepts (1.1)

 Need & definition (1.1.1)
 Categorization - CWI pulse, Analog/Digital, Linear/Non-linear.
(1.1.2)
 Types of CW modulation. (1.1.3)
2.1.2 Amplitude Modulation (1.2)

 Basic theory of AM - Came,, message & information (1.2.1)
 Definition of carrier & modulating signal (1.2.2)
 Power relations (1.2.3)
 Instantaneous frequency, spectrum (1.2.4)
 TSB & DSBSC (1.2.5)
 Mode of emission (1.2.11)
 Phasor representation (1.2.6)
 RF / Audio phase (1.2.7)
 Effect of RF misphase (1.2.8)
 Transmitter modulation (1.2.9)
 Space modulation. (1.2.10)
2.2 Transmission Lines

2.2.1 Properties of Electrical lines. (2.1)
2.2.2 Distributed Impedance & Characteristic Impedance. (2.2)
2.2.3 Wave velocity, Propagation constant, Velocity factor (2.3)
2.2.4 Characteristics of Un-terminated / terminated lines with
different loads of different lengths. (2.4)
2.2.5 Nodes and Anti-nodes of voltage and current, Impedance
curve, Input Impedance. (2.5)

CHAPTER 02 COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLES
2.2.6 Reflection Co-efficient, Return loss, VSWR. (2.6)

2.2.7 Resonant and Non-resonant lines. (2.7)
2.2.8 Transmission line loss, Effect on SWR on losses. (2.8)
2.2.9 Quarter wave line, its uses. (2.9)
2.2.10 Balanced and un-balanced lines, Balanced to Un-balanced
transformation. (2.10)
2.2.11 Single stub matching and requirement of double stub.
(2.11)
2.2.12 UHF Transmission lines; Cavity resonators,
Microstrip and striplines, Directional coupler. (2.12)
2.2.13 Transmission Line Bridge, its application. (2.13)
2.3 Antenna system

2.3.1 Evolution of Antenna from Transmission line;
radiating and Non-radiating fields. (3.1)
2.3.2 Explanation of typical antenna terms viz. Isotropic,
Omni directional, Antenna gain, Directivity, Beam width,
Radiation pattern (Power & Field intensity pattern),
Polarization and Bandwidth. (3.2)
2.3.3 Power density & field strength, ρ-ө, X-Y plots. (3.3)
2.3.4 Resonant and Non-resonant antenna. (3.4)
2 3.5 Grounded and ungrounded antennas. (3.5)
2.3.6 Half-wave dipole. (3.6)
2.3.7 Antenna feeding and feed-point impedance. (3.7)
2.3.8 Two element antenna array; Individual elements fed with
different phase / amplitude. (3.8)
2.3.9 Log Periodic Dipole Array. (3.25)
2.3.10 Reference of End fire antenna used at Mumbai. (3.26)
2.4 Line of sight propagation of ILS signals

2.4.1 Factors involved in the propagation of Radio waves. (4.1)

CHAPTER 03 PRINCIPLES OF ILS
CHAPTER 3.
PRINCIPLES OF ILS
3.1 Guidance tones:

ILS employs amplitude modulation of a radio frequency carrier to provide the guidance
information. The modulating signals used in ILS are pure sine waves of 90 Hz and 150 Hz
frequency. This handout deals with the characteristic features of signals radiated by
Localizer and Glide Path.
Audio modulation frequencies of 90 and 150 Hz are used to provide right and left
indication. When approaching for a landing, the 150 signal predominates on the right-hand
side of the course and the 90 on the left,
The system uses Amplitude Modulation and hence the aircraft receiver must measure the
difference in amplitudes of the detected tones to determine the aircraft position. This leads
to the term Difference in Depth of Modulation (DDM). When the DDM is zero, the aircraft is
correctly positioned. When a DDM exists, the pilot must correct the aircraft's position until
the DDM is zero. The pointer needles of the CDI instrument are driven by the DDM.
Audio modulation frequencies of 90 and 150 Hz are used to provide up and down
indication. When approaching for a landing, the 150 signal predominates below the
glide path and the 90 above.
3.2 Radio frequency clearance and DDM:
ILS theory is founded on the concept of Difference in Depth of Modulation (DDM),

which applies both to Localizer course theory and to glide path theory. As already
stated, the intelligence of the radiated signal depends upon a comparison of the two
frequencies, 90 and 150 Hz. By comparing the magnitude of these two frequencies,
the aircraft receiver can determine how far and in what direction the aircraft has
deviated from a prescribed Localizer course or Glide Path. There are two ways by
which the relationship between the two frequencies can be expressed; as a difference
in magnitudes, or as a ratio of the magnitudes. While the difference relationship is
called the DDM, the ratio relationship is called the Radio Frequency Clearance (RFC).
DDM is the standard that is used to evaluate an ILS facility, both in the air and on the
ground. However, RFC is of prime interest for monitoring purposes.
3.3 Localizer coverage ,Azimuth and Elevation :
Azimuth:
The localizer shall provide signals sufficient to allow satisfactory operation of a typical
aircraft installation within the localizer and glide path coverage sectors. The localizer
coverage sector shall extend from the center of the localizer antenna system to
distances of:
46.3 km (25 NM) within plus or minus 10 degrees from the front course line;
31.5 km (17 NM) between 10 degrees and 35 degrees from the front course line;
18.5 km (10 NM) outside of plus or minus 35 degrees if coverage is provided;

except that, where topographical features dictate or operational requirements permit,

the limits may be reduced to 33.3 km (18 NM) within the plus or minus 10-degree
sector and 18.5 km (10 NM) within the remainder of the coverage when alternative
navigational facilities provide satisfactory coverage within the intermediate approach
area.
Elevation:
The localizer signals shall be receivable at the distances specified at and above a
height of 600 m (2 000 ft) above the elevation of the threshold, or 300 m (I 000 ft)
above the elevation of the highest point within the intermediate and final approach
areas, whichever is the higher. Such signals shall be receivable, to the distances
specified, up to a surface extending outward from the localizer antenna and inclined at
7 degrees above the horizontal.
FIG.5 Localizer coverage in respect to azimuth

3.3.1 Azimuth Coverage
As stated in the ILS specifications, the Localizer azimuth coverage is restricted to

±35°. It should be mentioned at this stage that one of the paramount problems with
LL.S. is reflections, from objects in areas of High DDM, on the runway centre line. This
can be illustrated using figure 6.
Figure 6. Effect of Reflection on Localizer Course.
One reason why coverage is restricted to only ± 35° is to eliminate the effects of
objects outside this area. However there remains the problem of reflection from objects
sited within the coverage area. To reduce this problem the coverage area is divided
into two areas namely the COURSE and CLEARANCE areas.
COURSE area is defined as the area within ± 10 degree from the runway centre line.
CLEARANCE area includes the area from ± 10° to ± 35°.
Signals in clearance areas are often transmitted on a different frequency or on a

different phase from course signals to reduce the effect of reflections.
I. Course Coverage.
Let us first consider Azimuth guidance in course area. This guidance is provided by
radiating following two signals:
a. CSB/CL (Carrier with side band/course).

b. SBO/CL (Side band only/Course).
CSB/CL signal is fed to central five pairs of aerial (i.e. 1B-lY, 2B-2Y, 3B-3Y, 4B-4Y and
5B-5Y). Across the length of the aerial array the distribution of CSB/CL signal gives a
maximum in the centre falling to zero at ends. The CSB/CL signal is fed in RF phase to
the required pairs. The amplitude and phase relationship of RF feed to various aerials
are as shown in figure 7. The idea of doing this is to obtain the required radiation
pattern consisting of single narrow major LOBE falling to zero at 11.5° from the centre
line and having minimum side lobes. Radiation pattern due to CSB/CL fed to various
antenna elements as described above, is shown in figure 8.

Figure 7. CSB/CL Signal Distribution
Figure 8. CSB/CL Radiation Pattern
Since the depth of modulation due to 150 Hz and 90 Hz is set equal to 20 % in the
CSB/CL signal, ZERO DDM will result everywhere within the pattern.
SBO/CL signal is fed to all six pairs of aerials. The distribution of SBO energy, across
the length of aerial array gives a maximum an either side of the centre line with zero in
the centre and at both ends. Amplitude and RF feed of SBO/CL is as shown in figure
9.. Radiation pattern due to SBO/CL is as shown in figure 10.
Figure 9. SBO/CL Signal Distribution

Figure 10. SBO/CL Radiation Pattern
If the CSB and SBO signals are combined, a polar diagram as shown in figure 11
results.
Figure 11.Combined CSB/CL and SBO/CL Radiation Pattern.
Because the signals are all in RF phase, the sidebands will add or subtract, depending
on the polarity to produce the tone predominance on each side of the runway. It can be
seen that patterns are very similar to those achieved with 3 elements localizer array
system except the signal is now concentrated in a smaller area and displacement
sensitivity is linear out to 18 °lo DDM. The same criteria which was applicable to the 3
element localizer also apply in this case.
a. The relative phase of SBO signals set the tone predominance.

b. The SBO power will set the displacement sensitivity.

II. Clearance Coverage.
The basic Course Coverage pattern suffers from two drawbacks:
a. Main lobe beamwidth does not provide the coverage specified by ICAO
(±35°at17NM).
b. The course pattern has side lobes which give false guidance
information.
The objectives of clearance radiation are intended to overcome these difficulties.

There are three methods by which the Clearance coverage can be obtained. These
are:
a. In Phase Clearance.
b. Two Frequency Clearance.
c. Quadrature Clearance.
In-Phase Clearance employs signals at the same frequency and in phase with the
course transmission, but fed only to the centre antenna elements so giving greater
coverage. In this case the antenna elements are highly directive, thus suppressing
side lobes.
Quadrature Clearance employs signals at the same frequency but at a audio and RF
phase quadrature from the course transmission, fed to only the inner antenna element
pairs. STAN/GCEL Localizer employs this method of clearance.
Two Frequency Clearance employs signals displaced approx. 10 KHz from the course
transmission fed to only the centre antenna elements. The NORMARC Localizer
employs this method of clearance
3.3.2 Elevation Coverage
The elevation coverage of Localizer Antenna Array can be explained based on the
Image Antenna Theory.
Image Antenna Theory.
Consider an isotropic horizontally polarized antenna above a perfectly conducting

plane as shown in figure 12.

Figure 12. Image Antenna Concept
The electric field intensity received at any point will consist of two components namely:
a. that due to direct wave from the antenna and

b. that due to the reflected wave from the conducting surface.
Since the antenna is horizontally polarized, E field will reverse its direction upon
reflection. The same can be applied to any antenna placed above the ground. Ground
can be considered a perfect conducting plane for all practical purposes. Hence it
follows, from the simple geometry, that an antenna at a height H above the ground
may be considered as two radiating elements, A1 and A2 , spaced 2H, part and
radiating in antiphase. Now a maximum signal will be received when the signal from
antennas A1 and A2 arrive at the receiver in phase. For this to happen, the path
difference in the two path lengths must be equal to /2. This results in the maximum
radiation at an angle  which is related to the height H as given the formula:
E = A sin (H sin )
Sin ( Sin ) = 1 = Sin /4
or Sin  = /4
or Sin  = 1/4
or  = 14.5"
Our desired direction of radiation is typically 3° in elevation; at which localizer
coverage should be available; however to cater to such low elevation angles, the
localizer antenna array will have to be placed abnormally high, becoming a source of
obstruction for landing and take off aircrafts. For this reason, as a compromise
between the obstruction clearance and desired angle of radiation, the height of
localizer antenna array is usually kept as one wavelength, which is a height of approx.
three meters at localizer frequency.
The antenna and its image form an out of phase antenna pair spaced 2  apart, and
hence there will be an additional lobe at a higher angle.
Localizer Antenna :
The Localizer antenna array is mounted at a height  above the ground and hence
maximum radiation occurs at 14.5 degrees with respect to ground. As aircraft
approach a runway typically at 3°, it can be seen that only the lowest portion of the

lobe is used. Now, the regulations state that the field strength in a section between
2000 feet and 7° from the horizontal must be of useable amplitude. Therefore, the
power of the transmissions must be increased considerably. Of course, use of a
reflector screen helps but if the antenna elements are mounted in a 60° corner
reflector, the following two main results occur:
a. The energy is concentrated into one lobe at approximately 11.5° .

b. The gain increases to about 11 dB over an isotropic radiator.
3.4 Glide path Coverage :
The glide path equipment shall provide signals sufficient to allow satisfactory
operation of a typical aircraft installation in sectors of 8 degrees in azimuth on
each side of the center line of the ILS glide path, to a distance of at least 18.5
km (10 NM) up to 1.75  and down to 0.45  above the horizontal or to such
lower angle, down to 0.30 , as required to safeguard the promulgated glide
path intercept procedure.
In order to provide coverage for glide path performance specified above, the
minimum field strength within this coverage sector shall be 400 micro volts per
meter (minus 95 dBW/m 2). For Facility Performance Category I glide paths, this
field strength shall be provided down to a height of 30 m (100 ft) above the
horizontal plane containing the threshold. For facility Performance Categories II
and III glide paths, this field strength shall be provided down to a height of 15 m (50
It) above the horizontal plane containing the threshold.
Note 1.- The requirements in the foregoing paragraphs are based on the assumption
that the aircraft is heading directly toward the facility.

Figure 13 Glide path coverage.

CHAPTER 04 ILS SIGNAL FORMAT
CHAPTER 4
ILS SIGNAL FORMAT

4.1 Localizer :
4.1.1 LLZ signal format with reasoning of its requirement :
To obtain the required coverage for localizer and Glide Path , two RF signals
need to be radiated. These two signals are defined as:
a. CSB Signal; and
b. SBO Signal.
CSB Signal
This is an RF signal in which the RF carrier is amplitude modulated

simultaneously by the audio frequencies of 90 HZ and 150 Hz. If VcSin ωct is
the carrier signal, the resultant CSB signal is expressed by
This equation gives the following frequency components:

a. a radio frequency carrier fc,
b. a 90Hz lower sideband fc - 90Hz,
c. a 90Hz upper sideband fc + 90Hz,
d. a 150Hz lower sideband fc - 150Hz and
e. a 150Hz upper sideband fc + 150Hz.
This signal, when viewed on a CRO, looks like the waveform shown in figure 14;
when viewed on a spectrum analyzer looks like the diagram shown in figure 15;
and the vector representation of this signal is as shown in figure 16.

Figure 14.The waveform of CSB Signal
Figure 15. The Frequency Spectrum of CSB Signal

Figure 16. vector representation of CSB signal
SBO Signal:
This is an RF signal in which the RF carrier is amplitude modulated simultaneously by

the audio frequencies of 90 Hz and 150 Hz with the carrier component removed. If Vc
Sin wct is the carrier signal, the resultant SBO signal is expressed by:
This equation gives the following frequency components:

a. a 90Hz lower sideband fc - 90Hz,
b. a 90Hz upper sideband fc + 90Hz,
c. a 150Hz lower sideband fc - 150Hz,and
d. a 150Hz upper sideband fc + 150 Hz

This signal, when viewed on a CRO, looks like the waveform shown in figure 17 ,when
viewed on a spectrum analyzer looks like the diagram shown in figure 18 and the vector
representation of this signal is as shown in figure 19.

Figure 17. The waveform of SBO signal
Figure 18 .The Frequency Spectrum of SBO Signal
Figure 19.The Vector Representation of SBO Signal
ANTENNA ARRAY CONCEPTS
An antenna array is an arrangement of several individual antennas so spaced and

phased that their individual contributions combine in one preferred direction and

cancel in undesired directions to get directivity. Thus an antenna array is a method

of combining the radiations from a group of similar antennas.
An antenna array is said to be linear if the individual antennas of the array are
equally spaced along a straight line. Individual antennas of an antenna array are
also called Elements of the antenna array. These elements can either be /2
antenna elements or any other complex radiating antenna elements like Log
Periodic Antenna Array.
The total field produced by an antenna array system is equal to the vector sum of
the fields produced by individual antennas of the array system. Hence the
amplitude and phase of the signals fed to each of the elements of the array is of
great significance as it influences the total field produced.
The ILS antenna array consists of a number of pairs of antennas. In order to

understand the radiation pattern of these arrays, it is essential to consider the
radiation pattern produced by one pair of antennas and then the combined
radiation pattern is obtained by phasor addition. In this lesson we shall adopt some
standard notations, namely:
I = Im Sin (t+)
Since the antennas in given array will be supplied energy from a single RF source,
the term containing frequency (t) may be omitted when writing the polar form:
In the polar form,  expresses the initial phase angle of the current and the bar
above I indicates that it is a phasor quantity.
The ILS antenna arrays can be easily analyzed on the basis of two specific types of
antenna pairs namely:
a. those fed currents of equal amplitude that are in phase (SIP); and
b. those that are fed currents with equal amplitude but of opposite phase (SOP).
Before going into the details of these, the effect of separation between antennas will
be discussed.
The Effect of Separation between two Antennas
In general, the effect of increasing the separation between antennas of an array is

two fold:
a. the number of lobes in the pattern will increase; and

b. the major lobe will decrease in width.
Since the array is considered to be composed of isotropic radiators, each lobe will be
of the same magnitude. It should be noted that the pattern of figure 20 b. would not
be adversely affected even if the radiators were composed of antenna elements. In
the discussion to follow, the lobe of this figure is considered the major lobe.

Figure 20. The Basic two Element Antenna Array.
The Reference Array of Two Isotropic Radiators is shown in (a) and the Resultant
Pattern is shown in (b) above.
Figure 21a. extends the separation between the antenna of the basic array to λ and
Figure21 b indicates the resultant radiation pattern Notice that the number of lobes
has now increased to four, and the major lobe has decreased in width.
It is not necessary to solve for the resultant field intensity at all angles in order to
sketch a radiation pattern. A sketch, while not accurate at all points in the pattern;
does present the critical points (i.e. the maximum and nulls), which are usually the
main points of interest. The critical points of a pattern can usually be determined by
inspection of the array diagram, and furthermore, because of the symmetry of a
pattern, the critical points need to be determined only in one hemisphere.
Since these two antennas have equal current amplitudes and equal current phases
of 0°, it is apparent that the maximum resultant field intensity occurs on the
reference line ( = 0°). As the point of observation is moved from the reference line
(a change in the angle ) the individual antenna phasors rotate in opposite
directions by an amount given by the quantity (a sin ). Since 90° of phasor rotation
is required for an oppositely phased condition between the two antenna phasors
(remember, both phasors rotate at the same rate, but in opposite directions) the
angle  at which the out-of phase condition occurs in quadrant I can be determined
as follows:
a Sin  = Phasor rotation where a =  /4 = 90°

a Sin  =90°
or Sin  = 90°/90° = 1,or  = 90°
Therefore, the first maximum is at  = 0° and the first null is at  = 90°.
Refer again to Figure 21. The two diagrams are divided into quadrants I, II, III, and
IV. Since it is only necessary to determine critical points in one hemisphere,
quadrants I and IV are used, and furthermore, the 0° bisector of these two
quadrants becomes the reference line. After the radiation pattern for quadrants I

and IV is determined, quadrants II and III are drawn in as the minor image of I and
IV.
Figure 21 A Variation in the Basic Two-Element Array.
The Configuration of Figure 21(a) represents an increased separation between the

elements of Figure 20(b). The resultant pattern of the Array is shown in Figure
21(b).
Since these two antennas have equal current amplitudes and equal current phases
of 0°. it is apparent that the maximum resultant field intensity occurs on the reference
line (θ = 0°). As the point of observation is moved from the reference line (a change
in the angle ) the individual antenna phasors rotate in opposite directions by an
amount given by the quantity (a sin ). Since 90° of phasor rotation is required for an
oppositely phased condition between the two antenna phasors (remember, both
phasors rotate at the same rate, but in opposite directions) the angle  at which the
out-of phase condition occurs in quadrant I can be determined as follows:
a sin  = phasor rotation where a = /2 or 180°

a sin  = 90°
sin  = 90°/180°
 = sin-1.5
 = 30°
The first critical point of quadrant 1 is located at  = 30° and because the phasors
are diametrically opposed and of equal magnitude, this critical point is a null.
The maximum amount of phasor rotation possible in any quadrant is given by the
value of a. Since only 90° of phasor rotation has been considered so far (resulting in
a null) another 90° of rotation is possible, and of course will result in the phasors
returning to an in-phase condition.
The value of  at which this occurs is again determined by:
a sin  = phasor rotation

a sin  = 180°
sin  = 180°/180°
 = 90°

Hence, the second critical point is a maximum and occurs at  = 90°. Since  = 90° is
the limit of quadrant I, there can be no other critical points in the first quadrant.
The critical points of quadrant IV are yet to be determined. To do so requires, first of

all, a return to the initial condition, or  = 0°, and then an investigation of the critical
points in quadrant IV. Again, each phasor will rotate as the point of observation is
moved into quadrant IV. Since 180° of phasor rotation is possible, and both phasors
are initially in phase, there will be a null and a maximum in the fourth quadrant, just as
in the first quadrant. The astute observer will note, however, that the critical points of
quadrants I and IV occur at respective values of angle (B) only because the relative
phase of the exciting currents is 0°. Also, it should be noted that the minimums are
complete nulls only because the magnitudes of the exciting currents are equal.
In the final analysis, we can say that when the separation between the isotopic
radiators was λ/2. or 180°, there was one lobe in the I & IV quadrants, and the first
nulls occurred at ± 90°. As against this, when the separation was increased to I or
360°, there were two lobes in the I & IV quadrants and the first nulls occurred at ± 30°.
We can therefore conclude that the effect of increasing the separation between
antennas of an array is two fold:
a. the number of lobes in the pattern will increase; and

b. The major lobe will decrease in width.
In-Phase Pair
Here, we will discuss a particular type of antenna pair, the Specific In-Phase, or SIP,
pair, i.e., those fed currents of equal amplitude that are in phase. We will be limited to
discussion of the horizontal radiation from SIPs.
Figure 22. SIP antenna pair
Figure 22 shows the SIP. The resultant radiation at R due to antenna feeds of I Cos
(t-) at A and I Cos ((t+)) at B is:

IR = I Cos (t- )+ I Cos (t+ )
From the above equations, the directions of Maximum radiations are always at  = 0
and 180 degrees and also when:
 = Sin -1 (n*180/a)
The directions of null will be:
 = Sin -1(n*180+90)/a}
Thus we can conclude that when the isotropic elements of a two-element array are fed
with signals in phase, the total field produced will have the following characteristics:
a. Maximum field on the Center Line.

b. Production of a number of Lobes. The number of lobes produced per
quadrant will be equal to the number of wavelengths of separation
between the elements.
c. Alternate lobes are always in antiphase.
For example aerials spaced 2 λ apart, will produce two lobes per quadrant as shown in
figure 23.
Figure 23

The Oppositely-phased Pair
Here, we will discuss a particular type of antenna pair, the Specific Out of Phase, or
SOP, pair, i.e., those fed currents of equal amplitude that are in phase. We will be
limited to discussion of the horizontal radiation from SOPs.
Figure 24 SOP antenna pair
Figure 24 shows the SIP. The resultant radiation at R due to antenna feeds of I Cos
(t-) at A and -I Cos (t+) at B is:
From the above equations, the directions of Maximum radiations occurs at:
 = Sin -1(n*180+90)/a}
The directions of null will be at 0 and 180 degrees as well as at:
 = Sin -1{ (n*180)/a}
Thus we may conclude that when the isotropic elements of a two element array are
fed with signals in anti-phase, the total field produced will have the following
characteristics:

a. Zero radiation on the Center Line.

b. Production of a number of Lobes. The number of lobes produced per quadrant
will -be equal to the number of wavelengths of separation between the
elements.
c. Alternate lobes are always in antiphase.
d. The phase of radiation changes as the centerline is crossed.
For example aerials spaced  apart, will produce one lobe per quadrant as shown in
figure 25.
Figure 25
Combined Radiation from Two or more Antenna Pairs:
When an array contains two or more antenna pairs, and all the pairs are either fed in
phase or in phase opposition, the combined radiation pattern from such an array in a
particular direction could be obtained by simple algebraic addition of field strength
magnitudes due to individual pairs.
All normally operating ILS antenna arrays consists of various combinations of in-phase
and oppositely phased pairs. If an array consists of an in-phase pair and an oppositely
phased pair, particular current phasing conditions must be chosen if the combined
fields from each pair are to add algebraically in all directions. It can be proved that if
the currents in one pair is in quadrature with the other pair, then the fields will add
algebraically. This fact is made use of in the Localizer array where the sideband
antenna pairs are fed currents with relative phase angles of 0 and 180 degrees while
the carrier pairs are fed currents at the relative phase angle of 90 degrees, so that the
effective radiation in any direction is readily obtained by simple algebraic addition of
the various combined fields.

Enhancing Radiation Pattern of Arrays - Principle of pattern

multiplication:
If the isotropic antennas in an array are replaced by directional antennas like dipole,
the resultant radiation pattern of the array becomes more directional. The total field
pattern of an array of non-isotropic but similar sources is the product of the individual
source pattern and the pattern of an array of isotropic point sources each located at
the phase center of the individual source and having the same relative amplitude and
phase, while the total phase pattern is the sum of the phase patterns of the individual
source and the an-ay of isotropic point sources.
As discussed earlier, by feeding equal signals to all the elements of an array, in

addition to the principal or major lobe, secondary or minor lobes are also produced.
The minor lobes are usually undesirable, because not only considerable amount of
power is wasted in the directions of the minor lobes but also unnecessary
interference is caused in these areas.
By using a reflector behind the aerials, the back radiation will be eliminated and the
forward radiation is enhanced.
All these techniques are employed in the design of ILS antennas.
4.1.2. LOCALIZER ANTENNA ARRAY
The ILS Localizer antenna array consists of a number of antenna elements mounted
in line, at right angles to the runway and symmetrical with respect to the runway
centerline.
To understand the Localizer antenna array's basic principle of working, a simple

three-element array is discussed first.
4.1.2.1 Three Element Localizer Array
Figure 26. shows the configuration of a three element Localizer antenna array.
Aerial B is located at the extended centerline of runway. Where as aerial A and C are
displaced by an equal distance from aerial B.
Aerial B radiates CSB signal while aerial A radiates + SBO and aerial C radiates-
SBO signal. The vector representation of these signal are shown in the figure 26.

Figure 26. Three-element Localizer antenna array.
If an aircraft is located in Blue Sector (which falls right side of runway while
approaching) say at point R1, then it receives three signals (CSB, +SBO and -SBO)
through three different paths (AR1 , BR1 and CR1).
Since the path lengths are not equal, the relative phases of the signals at point R1 will
not be the same as it was at points A, B and C. The phase of the +SBO signal will
advance in phase with respect to CSB signal at point R1 because of shorter path
length ( AR1 < BR1 ). Similarly the phase of the -SBO signal will retard in phase with

respect to CSB signal at point R1 due to longer path length ( CR1 > BR1). Advancing
in phase of SBO signal is shown as a rotation in anti-clockwise direction and phase
retarding of -SBO signal is shown as clockwise rotation in the figure 26. If, we now add
all these three signals vectorially, we may observe that 150 Hz sideband is
strengthened where as 90 Hz sideband is reduced. This creates difference in depth of
modulation where 150 Hz tone is greater than 90 Hz tone.
At any point (say O) at the extended centre line of the runway, the path traveled by
SBO (AO) and -SBO (CO) are equal in length and are greater than the path traveled
by CSB (BO) signal by the same amount. Thus SBO signal and -SBO signal are phase
retarded by the same amount and hence are 180° out of phase at point O. Hence SBO
signals are cancelled out and only CSB signal remains present at point O. As the
depth of modulation by 150 Hz and 90 Hz are equal in CSB (20 percent each), 0 DDM
results at any point on the centre line of runway.
By similar arguments and vectorial addition of SBO, -SBO and CSB signals in Yellow
Sector, it can be proved that the difference in depth of modulation of 90 Hz tone is
greater than 90 Hz tone.
From the above discussion, the following important points emerge:
I. CSB is the only signal existing on the centre line because SBO signals cancel.
Hence at all points on the centre line of runway DDM ( Difference in depth of
modulation) is zero.
II. 150 Hz tone modulation predominates in Blue Sector.
III. 90 Hz tone modulation predominates in Yellow Sector.
This, so far presents to us qualitative analysis of tone predominance at various places.

But it is quite evident from the vectorial addition of CSB, -SBO and +SBO signals that
the resultant signal will have depth of modulation by 150 Hz and 90 Hz which depends
upon relative strength of SBO signals with respect to CSB signal and also on angle of
phase advance or phase retard. From the above we may say that value of DDM
depends upon:
a. Relative strength of SBO with respect to CSB signal.
b. Azimuth angle (where DDM is being measured). DDM increases if

azimuth angle increases. 15.5% DDM is adjusted at 105 meters from
the runway centre line at the landing threshold in order to meet
specification of displacement sensitivity. This can be achieved by
adjusting SBO Power.
While discussing earlier we have assumed that SBO signal, CSB signal and -SBO
signal are being radiated from aerials, A, B and C respectively. In other words, we may
say that signal with specific phase relationship is being radiated from various antenna
elements. Imagine what would have happened if SBO signals were interchanged.
Certainly then tone predominance is Blue sector and Yellow sector would also have
changed in a manner where 90 Hz > 150 Hz in BLUE SECTOR and 150 Hz > 90 Hz in
YELLOW SECTOR, which is totally undesirable. Hence, we may state that the correct
tone predominance is set by proper phasing of the SBO signals relative to CSB.

4.1.1 Limitations of Three elements- use of 12 and 24 elements
The basic concept of localizer with the help of three aerial system, does not,
unfortunately provide required coverage and displacement sensitivity. Also it does not
remain linear out to 18% DDM. CSB signal fed to dipole B (in fig.26), located on the
extended centre line of runway provide excess coverage and reflections due to objects
like tall building, hills and bridges located in this wider coverage area may create
complications in localizer radiation (such as course bending etc.). Hence practical
Localizer antenna array system consists of more number of antenna elements. These
antenna array systems not only restrict the localizer azimuth coverage within the
specified limit but also meet the requirement of displacement sensitivity.
Practical Localizer Antenna Array
The practical ILS Localizer antenna array will consist of either 12 or 24 elements
depending on the local requirements. Figure 27shows a schematic diagram of a
Localizer array containing 12 antenna elements.
Figure 27 12 Element Localizer Array
The antenna elements are treated as pairs. The antenna elements are numbered from
the centre outwards and assigned a code of Yellow (Y) or Blue (B) depending on their
position. Y is used for antenna elements positioned on the left of the runway centre
line as seen by a landing aircraft and B is used for antenna elements positioned on the
right. Hence MB form the first pair, 2Y2B form the next pair and so on. consists of a 12
or 24 antenna elements depending on the local requirements. The spacing between
the antenna elements is of the order of 3/4  (0.75).
4.1.4 Typical radiation pattern of LLZ antenna, Back Beam.
If the CSB and SBO signals of course radiation are combined, a polar diagram as
shown in figure 28 results.

Figure 28 Combined CSB/CL and SBO/CL Radiation Pattern.
Because the signals are all in RF phase, the sidebands will add or subtract,
depending on the polarity to produce the tone predominance on each side of the
runway. It can be seen that patterns are very similar to those achieved with 3
elements localizer array system except the signal is now concentrated in a smaller
area and displacement sensitivity is linear out to 18 % DDM. The same criteria
which was applicable to the 3 element localizer also apply in this case:
 The relative phase of SBO signals set the tone predominance.

 The SBO power will set the displacement sensitivity.
When CSB and SBO signal of Clearance radiations are combined together with the
radiation of course signals a radiation pattern of figure 29 results.
Clearance radiation employs signals displaced approx. 10 KHz from the course
transmission fed to only the centre antenna elements. The NORMARC Localizer
employs this method of clearance.
During radiation a back beam is also formed which is shown in the combined radiation
pattern of figure 29. By using reflector screen the gain can be increased.

:
a. that due to direct wave from the antenna and
b. that due to the reflected wave from the
back beam
Figure 29 Combined Radiation Pattern of course and clearance.
4.1.5 Requirement of clearance system :
The basic course pattern, developed by radiation of course CSB and SBO signal
suffers two drawbacks.
a. A main lobe bandwidth does not provide the coverage specified by

ICAO ( 35 at 17 NM)
b. The course pattern has side lobes which gives false guidance
information.
The objects of clearance radiation are therefore intended to overcome these

difficulties.
In NORMARC ILS two frequency clearance system are employed. In this system the
course and clearance transmissions are separated by 10 KHz, each being displaced
by 5 KHz from the assigned frequency .The aircraft receiver uses the well known
capture effect to lock into larger signal. This can be demonstrated as follows;

150Hz
a. Detector output on right hand side of runway,

no interfering clearance signal . .
10 KHz beat between carriers
b. Detector output on right hand side of runway,

with interfering clearance signal.
The aircraft a.f. circuits will reject the beat provided it is above 4KHz. It can be
seen that it is important that the tolerances, of the two transmitters are strictly
controlled, for if the frequency difference is too large the transmissions may
interfere with the adjacent channels and if it is too small the beat frequency will
pass through the aircraft receiver circuits and upset the DDM -measurements.
The tolerance for the transmitters, in this case is  0.002% instead of  0.005%
allowed for signal frequency system.
4.2 GLIDE PATH
4.2.1 Glide Path Signal Format with reasoning of its requirement:

Glide path operates in the UHF band on a predetermined frequency between 328
MHz and 336 MHz. As in the case of Localizer, the glide path radiation pattern is
formed by an antenna array. Some of the typical antenna arrays used are the Null
Reference, Side Band Reference and M-array. The antenna systems are dependent
upon ground reflections for forming the course structure, which means that the terrain
in front of the facility must be reasonably level.

Figure 30. Basic Glide path Coverage
Glide path antenna array:

The glide path aerial system provides the means for transmitting the ILS elevation
guidance information. This is achieved by transmitting combinations of glide path CSB
and SBO signals in the proper amplitude and phase relation from two or three radiating
elements raised at critical heights above the ground. These elements are mounted on
a common mast , sited at safe distance from the runway, adjacent to touchdown.
The following are the basic specifications for an ILS glide path:
Carrier frequency: predetermined between 328 MHz and 336 MHz

Navigation tones: 90 Hz AND 150 Hz, modulated on the RF carrier
at 40 % each tone on the glide path. Offset, one
tone must predominate. The 150 Hz tone
modulation predominates below the glide angle
and the 90 Hz above the glide angle.
Glide angle (): Set at a predetermined value between 2 degrees and
4 degrees.
Displacement Sensitivity: The DDM should be 0.0875 (8.75%) at ± 0.12  and
0.175 (17.5%) at ± 0.24 
Coverage, Azimuth: 10 NM AT ± 8 degrees from the course line .
Coverage, Elevation: 10 NM between 1.75  and 0.45  or to such low
angles as 0.3  if required as per the promulgated
ILS let down procedures.
There are three types of Glide Path antenna arrays in use. These are:
a. Null Reference Array

b. Side Band Reference Array
c. M - array
The principle of operation of a Glide path array can be explained using the Null
Reference Array.

4.2. 2 Null Reference Array

The principle of operation of a null reference array is based on the Image Antenna
theory. Based on the Image theory, a dipole placed at a height of H above the ground
can be considered as an antiphase antenna pair with a spacing of 2H. If the distance
2H is made equal to  then one lobe of radiation is produced in the quadrant above
the ground and the radiated field is proportional to:
sin (H sin ) ; [E = Ao Sin (H Sin )]
where  is the elevation angle. Hence it can be easily seen that the maximum
radiation occurs at the angle  given by the formula:
 = sin - 1 (/4H)
Conversely, for a given elevation angle of maximum radiation, the height of the
antenna above ground H is given by the formula:
H =  /(4 sin )
From the above equation, it can be easily shown that for three degree elevation angle
of maximum radiation, the height of the antenna above ground H is 5.In this case
although there will be ten lobes of radiation (because 2H = 10), the first lobe will have
a maximum radiation at three degrees as shown in figure 31.
Figure 31
By similar argument, if the antenna is kept at the height of 10, there will be twenty
lobes and the first two lobes will be so formed that there will be a null at 3 degrees as
shown in figure 32. (Amplitude of signal fed to upper antenna is much less as
compared to lower antenna).

Figure 32
A combination of the above two radiation patterns will result in the null reference glide
path. This is achieved by the antenna array consisting of two antennas placed above
the ground as shown in figure 33.
Figure 33
The lower antenna is placed at a height H above the ground and radiates the CSB
signal. The upper antenna is placed at a height 2H above the ground and radiates the
SBO signal. The CSB signal will have carrier and sidebands in phase and the
modulation depth of each tone is 40%. The SBO signal is having sidebands in anti-
phase. The combination of the two signals will produce a glide path as shown in figure
34.

Below glide angle , the vector addition of CSB and SBO signal will result in difference
in depth of modulation where 150 Hz is greater than 90 Hz. At glide angle only CSB
signal exists hence DDM will be zero as depth of modulation in CSB signal by 150 Hz
and 90 Hz are equal (40% each). Above glide angle 90 Hz is greater than 150 Hz.
Figure 34 illustrates the radiation pattern in rectangular coordinates. Examination of

the situation at 3  will reveal that a false glide angle exists having reversed guidance
information.
Figure 34
The configuration discussed so for is known as the NULL REFERENCE GLIDE

PATH. It is, perhaps, the simplest option and easiest to maintain as the height of the
top aerial determines the glide angle (assuming CSB is set to 0 DDM ). Electrical
adjustment of the glide angle can be made by adjusting the DDM of the CSB signal
but this is not recommended as it complicates maintenance. Additionally, the
displacement sensitivity may be adjusted by means of the SBO power, as in the case
of the localizer. Increasing the SBO power increases sensitivity and reduces the half
sector width, is the angle between  and the angle where 8.75 % DDM is achieved.
Reducing the SBO power does first the reverse.
The fact that false glide angle information is given at 3  should not concern aircraft
operators because the aircraft normally approaches an airfield below  ( due to the
range ). Therefore the receiver will capture the lowest lobe. For a glide angle of 2.5°
and a height of 2000 to 5000 feet, the range at which this occurs is about 10 Nautical
miles. The false glide angle will have a height of 4000 to 5000 feet, at this range the
aircraft will therefore only uses the lowest (correct ) lobe for guidance. If the second
lobe is captured the guidance information is reversed. So it will not be "flyable". The
null reference glide path requires rather special circumstances for optimum
operation. Firstly, there is the subject of aerial height. Typical value for 3°.

Height of lower antenna H = 5  = 4.5 meters.
Height of upper antenna 2H = 10  = 9.0 meters.
It can be seen that aerial mast requirement for this case, is at least 9 meters. In
many cases a mast of this height is an unacceptable obstruction, so an alternative
system must be used. additionally, because of the aerial height, it requires
reasonably flat ground free from modules out to at least 360 meters and thereafter
no substantial obstruction out to ± 10 ° each side of the course line. Obstructions will
create reflections resulting in distortion of the elevation guidance information (beam
bends).
It is therefore required that an alternative system should have lower aerials and
some immunity from reflectors. This has resulted in the development of two more
glide path antenna systems namely:
a. Sideband Reference System; and
b. Quadrature clearance or M array system.
4.2.3 Sideband Reference System
In the sideband reference system the antenna heights are h/2 and 3h/2 thereby
resulting in a reduction of about 2.25 meters from the null reference mast working
with the same value of H. Since the heights of the aerials are lower, the effects of
irregularities in ground level are more pronounced but the area required for beam
formation is less than that for the null reference system.
The sideband reference system employs two transmitting aerials, mounted one above
the other at h/2 and 3h/2
where h = 
4Sin 
.
If h = 5 provides a maximum at 3  , then h/2 = 2.5 will provide a maximum at 6.
2.5 = 
4Sin 
Sin  =  = 1
4 * 2.5  10
=6
So if a signal is fed to an aerial of height 2.5 (h/2) the lobe maximum will be at
approximately 6 .
Consider an aerial at 3h/2 .For each lobe produced from an aerial at h/2; there will
be three lobes produced from the aerial at 3h/2.

FIG. 35
I f C . S . B & S . B . O . i s f e d to the lower aerial and S.B.O. to the top aerial

phased as shown:
FIG . 36
a glide path will result at  as shown in Figure 37(a) & (b). It will be noted that
maximum carrier exists at 2, so there is le signal on the glide path. There is
correspondingly less signal glide path so there is less to reflect from obstructions.
In fact the reduction of signal on the glide path is in the order of -6dB and the
immunity from reflections is of the order of -2.3 dB over the null reference system.
The coverage and DDM and predominance specifications are met *
Because the top aerial is at 3h/2, it can be seen that the mast height is now of the
order of
3 x 4.5m = 6.75m.
2
taking h = 4.5m.

FIG. 37(a)

FIG. 37(b)
This gives a reduction of 2.25m from the null reference mast, working with the
same value of h. Since the aerials are lower , the affects of irregularities' in
ground level are More pronounced but the area required for beam - forming is less
than that for the null reference system. The sideband reference system is therefore
often used where the ground . falls away beyond the landing threshold.
4.2.4 M Array System
Some sites require a system which provides a very high immunity from reflections,
even at the expense of other factors. The answer for this is the Quadrature clearance
or M array system which is widely used with Normarc Installations.
This array consists of three aerial elements mounted vertically one above the other at
heights H, 2H and 3H above the ground as shown in figure 38.

Figure 38
Each element is fed with the proportions of course CSB, course SBO and clearance
CSB signals in order to transmit the glide path radiation pattern with the minimum of
interference from the obstructions and rising ground lying directly in the glide path field.
The clearance radiation is phase advanced 90° on the course radiation to create a
crossover region at ± 0.66 about the angle of elevation 9, and also being modulated to
a depth of 60 % with 150 Hz tone and 20 % with 90 Hz tone, ensures high values of
FLY UP DDM at low elevations.
H = 
4sin 
Here
 = Operating Wavelength
 = Glide Angle
The array offers a potential improvement of 27.5 dB over the null reference array, with
regard to glide path interference, assuming an overall reflection factor of 10%.
The DDM is linear throughout the glide path width, being 17.5% at ± 0.24 .
The amplitude and phases of the various drives to the aerials of the array are
detailed in the following table.

COURSE CSB RADIATION :
The course CSB/CL is fed to the lower and middle elements, so that the lower
element signal is twice as great as, and in RF antiphase with, the middle element
signal. The Course CSB radiation pattern is shown in figure 39.
The height H is calculated from the equation
H = / (4 sin )
where  is the required glide path angle.

The lower course CSB signal has a sinusoidal distribution, the field strength being
given by the equation
F ∞ sin (H sin ()
The middle course CSB signal has sinusoidal distribution at twice the frequency , the
field strength being given by the equation.
F ∞ -1/2 sin ( 2H sin ( )

Figure 39
The resultant CSB distribution , obtained by vectorial addition of the two CSB signals
has low values at low elevations and rises to maximum at about 1.3  , the DDM
distribution being linear within the glide path width angle ± 0.24.
COURSE SBO RADIATION :
The course SBO signal is fed to all three aerial elements, so that the upper and the
lower elements signals are half the amplitude of, and in R.F. antiphase with , the
middle element signal. Figure 40 shows the Course SBO radiation.
Figure 40
The lower course SBO signal has sinusoidal distribution the field strength being given
by the equation
F∞ -1/2 sin ( H sin ( )
The middle course SBO signal has sinusoidal distribution at twice the frequency of the
lower SBO signal, the field strength being given by equation
F∞ sin(2Hsin()

The upper course SBO signal has sinusoidal distribution at the three times the
frequency of the lower SBO signal, the field strength being given by the equation
F ∞ -1/2 sin ( 3H sin )
The resultant course SBO pattern is obtained by vectorial addition of the lower, middle
and upper SBO distribution and has low values at low elevations, the first lobe
maximum occurring at about 0.7.The resultant has a null at the glide angle and rises
to a second lobe maximum at about 1.6 . The distribution through the glide path width
of ± 0.24  is linear.
CLEARANCE CSB RADIATION
The clearance CSB is fed to the upper and lower aerial elements at a relative signal
level of 30 % of the course CSB signal, and in quadrature with it. Figure 41 shows the
clearance CSB radiation.
Figure 41
The clearance CSB signal applied to the lower aerial element has sinusoidal
distribution , the distribution being given by the equation
F ∞ 0.3sin(H sin)
The clearance CSB signal applied to the upper aerial element has a sinusoidal
distribution at three times the frequency of the lower element , the distribution
being given by the equation
F ∞ 0.3sin(3Hsin)

The distribution of the resultant CSB/CLR signal is symmetrical about the glide
path angle, giving a null on the glide path angle and having maxima at 0.4  and
1.6 .
The resultant clearance CSB signal being modulated to 60 % depth with 150 Hz
tone and to 20 % with 90 Hz tone gives a depth of 40 % DDM indication at the
aircraft receiver at lower angles than the cross-over angle of 0.6 . This signal
therefore produces a full scale FLY UP indication at the aircraft receiver as
required. At the cross-over angle, the relative amplitude of the course CSB carrier
and the clearance CSB carrier become equal, but are phased in quadrature.
Because of the high rate of change of the course CSB and clearance CSB through
the cross-over region, the aircraft receiver will capture the stronger signal, ensuring
that spurious indications are completely eliminated.
COMBINED RADIATION PATTERN OF M-ARRAY:
The combined radiation pattern of the M-Array is given in figure 42.
Figure 42 Combined Radiation Pattern

4.2.5. Comparison of different GP system:
Sr.No System Advantages Disadvantages

1 1. 1. Null
1. Extremely stable 1.Aerial height of order of 9m.
reference 2.Suffers from reflections from
objects
3.Requires flat foreground out to
360m.
2 Sideband 1.Reduced aerial height 1.Glide angle depends on
reference (now of order of 6.75 m). electrical balance between
2.Some freedom from signal from two aerials.
reflections, 2.Ground flatness more critical.
3.Foreground requirement
reduced to 300 m.
3 Type M 1.Freedom from reflections. 1.Aerial very high (of order of
13.5m).
2.Increased foreground
requirement .
3.Glide angle depends on
electrical balance between 3
aerials .
ILS RADIATION PATTERN AND DDM
Localizer Course Width
Localizer receivers CPI are calibrated such that 150 a, FSD corresponds to a DDM
value of 0.155. The area between the two edges-of-course is defined as the localizer
course sector.
Localizer course widths are adjusted according to runway length. This is referred to as
a "tailored course width". The course width is adjusted to be 700 feet wide at the
runway threshold. It should be apparent that the longer the runway, the smaller the
angular course width.
There are limits on initial localizer course widths. They can be no wider than 6 and no
narrower than 3. If the runway length is long enough that the angular course width
calculates to less than 3 when using 700 feet at the runway threshold. The course
width is set for 3°. If the tailored width calculates to more than 6, the course width is
set for 6, on a short runway.
Course Width vs. RF Phase
Proper RF phasing cannot be over emphasized. It is a very important concept that
must be understood. It has been discussed before. It must be remembered that for
maximum space modulation the rf phase of the separate sideband must be correct.
Any change from optimum will cause DDM to decrease and cause the course width to
widen.
Glide Path Width
Glide path receiver CPI are calibrated such that 150 microampere of deflection current
corresponds to a value of DDM equal to 0.1775. The edge-of-path is defined as a point
where the cross pointer current is exactly 150 microamperes. Therefore, a DDM value
of 0.178 also corresponds to the edge-of-path. There are two angles where DDM is

0.178, one above the glide angle and the other below the glide angle. The area
between these angles is defined as the glide path sector. The path sector is always
adjusted for an angular sector width of 1.4 degrees.
Another term, path envelope, is used to define a path sector that is 0.7 degree wide,
which is one half of the sector width previously described.

CHAPTER 05 PHASE ERROR IN ILS
CHAPTER 05
PHASE ERROR IN ILS
5.1 Reasons of phase errors( PROXIMITY EFFECT) :
In previous discussions of radiation patterns, it was assumed that the distance from an
antenna array to points of reception was very much greater than the spacing between
the antennas in the array. This justifies the assumption that the paths of radiation from
antennas in an array to a point of reception in far field are parallel and the distance of
travel equal. In effect, the array appears as a "point source" antenna with energy
radiating from one antenna. As points of reception are moved closer to the array
(near field), the "point source" analogy is no longer valid. The physical spacing
between antennas in the array becomes more apparent and the paths of radiation
are no longer parallel. As a result, the distance of travel from each antenna of a pair
becomes unequal and causes the resultant received energy in near field to be
misphased with respect to the resultant in far field. This misphasing is called
proximity error and is a very normal effect in both localizers and glide slopes. As
misphasing of signals occurs in near field, a widening of course or path results. This
causes insensitive cross pointer indications and is potentially dangerous. This is not
a serious consequence for a localizer as an aircraft would have landed prior to the
near field point. However, facility monitoring and ground checking are performed in
near field and this necessitates an understanding of proximity error.
As an aircraft lands in the glide slope near field, proximity error becomes a major
consideration and a method to control it for aircraft indications has been developed.
Proximity error can be compensated for by off setting antennas.
5.2 Rayleigh distance(Near and far field, Fresnel and Fraunhofer region)
Analysis
Figure 43.shows an antenna array with an aperture of length L and two receivers,
one of which (Rx1) is kept in the near field and the other (Rx2) in the far field.
Figure 43.
It can be seen in the case of RX1 , distance D1 is less than dl, implying that, if
signals are radiated from the center of the array and extremities of the array in
phase, the signal received at Rx1 from the center of the array will be different to that

received from the extremities. This could lead to distortion of the signal received at
Rx1. In the case of Rx2, D2 is almost the same distance as d2 so there will be only a
very small phase difference between the signals received. The greater the distance to
the Receiver from the array, the lesser will be the phase error. The distance at which
the correct signals may be received will depend on the size of the array and the
operating wavelength. The near field region where unrealistic signals are received is
known as the RAYLEIGH region. The distance from which correct signals are received
is known as the RAYLEIGH DISTANCE and can be found by:
D = L 2/ 
Where L = Aperture Length
D = RAYLEIGH Distance
 = Operating Wavelength
In the case of the NULL REFERENCE glide path system, the maximum height of the
antennas may be say 9 meters above the ground but the effective aperture is twice
that length i.e., 18 meters because of the image theory. Using the above formula we
have:
D = L2/
=(18)2/0.9 = 360 Meters
From this distance CORRECT information is received. In the case of the M array glide
path system, the antenna height may be 13.5 meters, giving an effective aperture of 27
meters. Using the same formula we get:
D = L2/
= 729/0.9 = 810 Meters.
These distances are evidently unacceptable because, accurate glide path data is
required down on the runway to a distance of the order of 120 meters (400 feet) from
the transmitter. This means that the phase errors have to be minimized in the near
field.
Phase error in a NULL REFERENCE glide path system and antenna offset:
Figure 44. shows an aircraft within the near field of a null reference glide path system.

Figure 44.
The RF radiated from the upper dipole B reaches the aircraft located at point C (on
glide path) through the path BC, whereas from dipole A, it is through path AC. The
difference in lengths of path will create a phase error as shown in figure 44. The phase
error will upset the phase relationship between RF radiated from antenna elements A
and B, when it reaches point C.
This Phase Error can be expressed as:
= (Hu )2 – (Hl )2
2D
For 3° Glide Path, Hu = 10 and Hl = 5
Hence for 360° phase error = . Therefore the distance at which this happens is:
D = H u 2-H l 2 = (10) 2 - (5) 2 = 75 2 = 37.5 

2 2 2
By similar calculations, the values of D for different phase errors are determined and
tabulated in the following table:

S. No. Phase error Distance from the antenna
1  37.5
2 3/4 50
3 /2 75
4 /4 150
Table
It can be seen from the above table that the phase error doubles as the distance
is halved from the receiving point. This means that when an aircraft approaches
to land, the phase error starts to increase from 0° to 360° and this process
repeats as it comes closer and closer.
It is interesting to consider what happens to the guidance information when

certain critical phase errors exist i.e. at critical distances from the transmitter.
First consider a point where the phase error is 0°, at this point there will be no
change in the relative phase, so the guidance information will be correct. Now
consider what happens at the point where the phase error is 90° or 270°. Here it
is observed that the relative phase of CSB and SBO has changed at the aircraft
and by phaser addition of these signals it can be established that 0 DDM results.
Hence, we may say that at all points where phase error is 90° or 270°, 0 DDM
will result irrespective of aircraft's vertical position (either on glide angle or above
or below the glide angle). When phase error is 180°, an inverted glide path
results. It can be seen that an aircraft approaching the near field, will receive
consecutively correct guidance, 0 DDM, inverted guidance, 0 DDM and correct
guidance etc.
Hence the overall effect of the phase error is the widening of glide path. The
approaching aircraft instruments would appear less sensitive to changes in
height. It can also be proved that increase in the path width is very small at the
Middle Marker and is much larger at the Threshold. Hence for all practical
purposes, the Middle Marker can be used as the dividing point between the near
field and far field.
The situation arising out of phase errors in the near field is obviously
unsatisfactory as the glide path will be UNFLYABLE at these close ranges. So
modifications must be carried out to minimize the phase errors. The method
used to minimize the phase errors on the runway centerline is called antenna
offset.
Antenna Offset
It is clear that the phase error is caused by the sideband signals differing in
phase with the carrier signals. If a point is chosen directly opposite the glide
slope array on the runway center line, the conditions shown in figure 45.

Figure 45.
PROXIMITY PHASE EFFECTS OPPOSITE THE ARRAY
Referring to figure 45, if the signal path lengths were measured from the sideband
dipole and the carrier dipole to the runway centerline, it would be found that the
sideband signals have to travel a farther distance than the carrier signals. This would
cause the sideband signals to lag the carrier signals, as previously stated, resulting in
the phase error 
If we were to move the sideband dipole laterally towards the runway while keeping the
carrier dipole centered on the tower, we could make the sideband and carrier signal
path lengths equal, thereby, eliminating the phase error on the runway centerline
opposite the array. This condition is depicted in figure 46.
Figure 46.
The distance we move the sideband dipole is defined as the antenna offset. At the
landing threshold the effect of the offset aerials is reduced. The result is that an aircraft
receives correct guidance from the coverage extremities down to the runway. The
antennas are offset in a similar manner for the side band reference and M - array glide
path systems.

5.4 Placement of Monitor antennas(LLZ and GP)
The monitoring of ILS systems is mandatory. The monitor system must detect system
changes that would cause an unsafe condition to exist at a facility. If an equipment
parameter were to exceed a prescribed tolerance the monitor system must initiate an
equipment transfer or shutdown.
5.4.1 GLIDE PATH MONITORING
The four main parameters that are monitored to prescribed tolerance in a glide path
are the glide angle, path width, RF level and Modulation percentage.
There are two methods of sampling the radiated signals for input to the monitor. They
are integral and near field monitoring. As the name implies, near field monitoring is
accomplished by placing a receiving antenna in the near field in front of the array.
Integral monitoring is accomplished by placing pickup loops or dipoles in very close
proximity to the radiating element.
In the early days of glide path, a monitor mast was positioned in front of the array and
one antenna was placed at a height that intersected the glide angle. This was the
method of monitoring the glide angle. Another detector antenna was then positioned at
a height not on the glide angle. This antenna was used for monitoring changes in path
width. The transmitter RF output, which equated to usable distance, and modulation
percentage was sampled off either or both the detector antennas.
The method of monitoring the glide angle has not changed, however, the method of
monitoring path width changes has been changed to integral monitor detection. Again
RF level and modulation percentage will be sampled and fed back to the monitor
system by either method or a combination of both.
Integral Width Monitoring

The path width of a null reference glide slope (NRGS) is a function of the sideband to
carrier ratio for various glide angles. This ratio is simply called the A ratio.
In the integral width monitor network the carrier and sideband signals are sampled by
probes that are in close proximity to the antenna radiator, coupling factors of -25 dB
being typical.
The sampled signals are combined in a combining and phasing unit and fed to the
width detector through a double stub tuner. The double stub tuner is used to match the
impedance of the bridge port to the monitor input detector.
Near Field Monitoring

In order to monitor the glide angle it should be a simple matter to calculate the glide
angle height above ground at a certain distance by using the trigonometric expression
of:
(tan) (adjacent side) = opposite side

Where  is the glide angle, the adjacent side is the distance from the Glide path
antenna, and opposite side would be the height of the monitor antenna. See following
example:
At Q = 3° the height of the glide angle in feet at a distance of 220 feet from the base of
an antenna array is (tan 3°)(220) = 11.53 feet.

So in order to monitor the glide angle it would appear that mounting the antennas at
the calculated height and distance from the array would be sufficient. However, in near
field we know proximity error exists directly in front of the array; we need to take this
into consideration.
Placement of the Field Monitor Antenna
The distances where the phase error due to the proximity effect is -360 degrees and
- 180 degrees would be the most logical place to position the near field monitor pole.
The two positions duplicate the far field path width conditions. The only difference at
180 degrees phase error is reverse sensing.
Normally the monitor pole is positioned at the -180 degree phase error point, rather
than the -360 degree point, for stability in monitoring.
We can use quadrature phasing to locate the actual phase error position of an existing
monitor pole. We require this information so we can set the alarm points on the
monitor. If the monitor pole were not placed at exactly -180 phase error point then the
0.051 DDM figure must be modified by the cosine of misphasing.
5.4.2 LOCALIZER MONITORING
The localizer monitoring system must be stable, duplicate far field conditions and
cause an equipment transfer to standby equipment or a facility shutdown when
prescribed tolerances are exceeded.
The parameters that must be monitored in any localizer are course alignment, course
width, modulation percent, transmitter RF output level, and identification.
The early antenna arrays used two field detectors to monitor the on course and width
signals. The on course detector was located on centerline approximately 150 feet in
front of the array at an azimuth of 0°. The off course or width detector was also
located approximately 150 feet in front of the array, but at an azimuth of about + 5°.
Localizer radiated signals were received, detected to audio levels and fed back to the
monitors. The modulation percent, the transmitter RF output level, and identification
level are usually sampled from the on course detector signals. Since the detectors
are only 150 feet from the antenna array, proximity error must be considered.
Modern antenna systems such as the traveling wave, dipole and log periodic array
use the integral monitor system. In the integral monitoring system, a sample of the
radiated energy is fed back to a monitor combining circuit and then to the monitor
equipment.
Course Alignment
In an ideal localizer system, transmitter modulation would be 20 percent each

frequency; also, the composite sideband null would be exactly on runway centerline.
Slight errors in the physical placement of the array and individual antennas will
cause the sideband null not to be exactly on runway centerline. Also, small
differences in the phase of antenna currents of a pair will cause the on course 0
DDM to be slightly displaced off the runway centerline when the modulation factor
m90 and m150 are equal.
To correct for these slight differences the modulation equality of the m90 and m150
is unbalanced. So the ILS receiver on centerline will indicate "0" DDM.

With the localizer centerline established, the monitoring of this parameter is of

considerable importance. Course alignment is the most important parameter
monitored and consequently if not closely checked could allow an aircraft to fly into
an obstruction. Course alignment for Category I localizers has a "standard" tolerance
of 5% of the commissioned course width. In other words, a facility with a width of 5.0°
could have a maximum alignment change of ±. 25°.
Course Width
As stated previously all localizers will be tailored to a course width of 700 feet at
threshold as long as the angular width is between 3° and 6°.
Tolerance for course width is ± 17 percent of the normal width. Therefore, the
tailored course width at runway threshold will be 700 feet ± 119 feet and the edge of
course can shift ± 59.5 feet.
In the early localizer arrays the off course or width detector was located at about 150
feet from the array at an angle of + 5°. When integral monitoring was introduced, the
off course detector was simulated. In some systems the simulated DDM reading into
the monitor was set to 0.155/150 Hz, the same reading one would have if he had a
detector placed at the right edge of course.
Integral Monitoring
Integral monitoring (monitoring of unradiated signals) is used to sense out-of-tolerance

conditions in the radiated signals. A sample of the radiated RF signals from each
antenna are recombined to develop:
a. A course data signal that will sense changes in course alignment, RF level and
modulation.
b. A width data signal that will sense changes in course width.
Recombination circuits are used to combine the sideband and carrier signals from all
antennas. The outputs of the recombination circuits were routed to bridge circuits to
form the final output signals to the monitors.

CHAPTER 06 Updated ICAO Specification and Monitoring Guidelines
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Figure C-I. Categories II and III localizer course and glide path
maximum bend amplitude criteria

Figure C-2. Evaluation of course/path bend amplitude
Figure C-7. I,ocalizer coverage in respect to azimuth

Figure C-8. Localizer coverage with respect to elevation
Figure C-9. Difference in depth of modulation and displacement

sensitivity

Figure C-10. Glide path coverage

Figure C-11. Glide path - Difference in depth of modulation

Figure C-12. Glide path monitoring provisions

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CHAPTER 06 Updated ICAO specification and monitoring guidelines

CHAPTER 07 SITING CRITERIA AND AIR CALIBRATION
CHAPTER 07
I.L.S. SITING CRITERIA
LOCALIZER LOCATION:
The I.L.S. Localizer consists of an antenna array monitor field detectors and
equipment array. The Localizer is normally located near the end of the runway
opposite the threshold. However, the antenna array is the prime consideration
and will to a certain extent, fix the location of the building , of field detectors,
SITING REQUIREMENTS:
The Localizer antenna system must be symmetrically positioned about the extended
centerline of runway with the longitudinal axis of the array perpendicular to the
extended runway centerline.
The optimum distance from the stop end of the runway to the Localizer array for each
Site is determined by consideration of several factors. Few of them are as under:
1) Required obstruction clearance criteria,

2) Usable distance and signal coverage requirements
3) Presence of reflecting or reradiating object in the vicinity,
4) Safety considerations.
5) Back course requirements.
6) Anticipated facility upgrading and/or airport expansion.
7) Establishment costs.
The criteria for minimum antenna distance from stop end of runway is as follows:
1) The distance chosen shall preclude penetration of the approach surface

plane by the localizer plane,
2) Where a clear or graded area extending to distance of 1250 feet or more
from the stop end of the runway is provided, the Localizer shall not be located
less than 1000 ft, from the stop end of the runway or beyond the paved overrun
if present,
3) Where site conditions preclude adherence to the approach surface plan,
waivers of this criteria will be considered on individual basis. Approval of such
waiver requests will be contingent on the relative antenna, height, transmitter
power, the distance being considered etc.
Localizer will not be located at a distance less than 300 ft, from the stop end of the
runway to insure minimum protection from the effects of the aircraft engine jet blasts,
at airports where commercial jet aircrafts are in operation. Where siting conditions
preclude adherence to the 300 ft. limitation, consideration shall be given to the locating
the array beyond the maximum distance limit or to an offset location,
The maximum standard distance from the stop end of the runway to the Localizer
array shall be 2000 ft. However location of the array beyond this distance is
permissible where significant advantages can be obtained.
1) Where the Localizer will serve a relatively short runway requiring a wide course
width (5-6 degrees) to provide the 700 ft. tailored width at the threshold, the
array may be located beyond the 2000ft. This will permit the use of the

additional sideband power greater than that of an array located at a lesser

distance, thereby providing additional off course clearance signals. The greater
distance will also provide an increased safety margin for the aircraft, When this
type of siting condition is encountered, the maximum distance from the array to
the approach threshold s h a l l n ot exceed 13,370. ft, for category I Localizer.
2) Location of Localizer a r r a y beyond the 2000 ft, p e r m i s s i b l e wh e r e airport
expansion plans include extension of t h e runway which necessitates future
Localizer relocation, Taxi track& and building planned t h e near future should
also be taken into consideration.
The elevation of the array shall be considered conjunction with the distance
requirements. Majority of the airports require ground mounted array. In some selected
airports elevated antenna array may become necessary to meet the required
minimum, signal coverage. This may occur due to hump in the runway or the
presence of hills and other obstructions in the vicinity which causes a shadow effect.
The array shall be mounted so that antenna radiating element is in line of sight the
threshold crossing height at the approach end r u n wa y. T h e m a xi m u m height of
the antenna shall not exceed 35 feet-above, immediate terrain.
The presence of signal reflecting or reradiating acts in the vicinity may place an
additional restriction on the location of the localizer antenna system.
The terrain between the antennas and the end of runway shall contain no severe
irregularities or obs tructions that may affect the Localizer signal quality.
Existing obstructions shall be removed and the area graded.
The longitudinal grade of area A as shown in Fig.47. shall be constant within plus
one percent to minus one percent of the runway centerline extended. The
transverse grade area A shall be constant and within + 1 and - 3 percent of extended
centre line and the transition between area A & B shall be smooth.
At some runways terrain may prevent the Localizer antennas from being positioned on
the runway centerline extended. The Localizer antenna array may be off set so that
course does not lie along the runway centerline but rather intercepts the centerline at a
point determined by the amount of angular off set. The maximum Localizer offset angle
shall be 3.0 degrees. The Localizer offset angle (refer fig. 50) is formed by vertical
plane containing both the decision height paint and the point on the runway centerline
that is 1150 feet inbound from the decision height point. The criteria for standard
Localizer facilities shall apply also to an offset Localizer with the following exceptions
or amendments:
i) The antenna array shall be offset in the direction that will offer the least
signal interference from the movement or obstructions. The distance
from t h e array to the approach threshold shall not exceed the
perpendicular extension of 2000 feet distance limit from the stop end of
the runway that applies to the normal Localizer configurations.
ii) The offset Localizer shall comply with the minimum distance of 0 the
array from the atop end et the runway and from the runway centerline
and ILS runway obstruction criteria.
iii) No element of the array shall penetrate a 10:1 surface originating at a
point on the runway centerline nearest the array.
iv) No antenna array shall be sited to p r o v i d e vertical and horizontal
clearance to taxing aircraft o n a d j a c e n t taxi ways.
v) The criteria for location of equipment shelter are:

a) The shelter shall not be located between any portion of the

permissible antenna location and the runway.
b) The shelter shall not be located within 250 ft of the extended
runway c e n t e r l i n e .
c) The shelter may be located within 100 ft. of the array centre or
the extended back course line or within ±30 degrees of the
longitudinal axis of the array,
d) If an elevated array is installed, the shelter may be located
directly behind the platform, provided the elevation of the top of
shelter does not exceed the level of the platform.
7.2 Siting criteria for Glide Path
General
The glide slope antenna system is located in a line parallel to the runway centerline
and offset from the runway centerline. The glide slope site may be located on either
side of the runway. The most reliable operation will occur when it is located on the
side that provides, the least interference from building, power lines. moving vehicles
and aircraft and which has greatest extent of smooth terrain outbound from the
antennas.
The glide slope depends on the terrain conditions due to inherent image antenna
concept; radiation from an antenna located at above a reflecting surface (the ground
terrain in the case of glide slope) travels to different paths to the receiving antenna, a
direct path and an indirect path via the reflecting surface, The reflected signal
appears to emanate from and image antenna along the same vertical plane as the
real antenna and at a distance below the reflecting surface equal to the distance of the
real antenna above the surface,
Siting of glide slope is limited by the terrain irregularity or roughness in front of the
antenna, The degrading effect of the rough terrain results from the random dispersion
and/or phase shift of the ground plane signal, which precludes formation of the desired
glide slope pattern.
Criteria for Roughness:
Terrain is considered to be rough if the phase shift in ground r ef lect ed sig nal
caused by t he change in average path length would result in an out of tolerances
g lide- pat h. T he lim itat ion of terrain irregularity is
Z < (0.0117) T/H
Where
Z = Height of irregularity (in feet)

T = Distance from glide path antenna to irregularity (in feet),
H = Height of sideband antenna in wave leng t hs,
Fr om t h e above f orm ula it can be seen that roughness limit for 3.0 degree
glide angle would be 1.22 feet, per 1000 feet.

Extent of Roughness :
T he t err ain r ef lects t he gr ound sig nal in a spe cular manner, slight
departures from the smooth terrain ' for small distances (about 10 feet or lees) w i l l
not usually have an adverse effect on t he g lide pat h signal. The smooth terrain
terminates when it encount er s ext ens i ve r oug hness or singular roughness of
a large magnitude such as a wide ditch, or a hill or a valley. The reflected signal
contribution must be continuous for a terrain to be considered smooth therefore the
smooth surface terminates at a- point where roughness is encountered even t houg h
a sm oot h reflecting surface exist s beyond t h e r oug hness.
Site Preparation
It is desirable to provide an ideal site for glide slope facility wit h no obstruction in
the first Fresnel zone but ft becomes cost prohibitive at most of the locations, Thus the
site preparation is compromised between theoretical and practical requirements. When
preparing a site, following criteria are considered,
The first Fresnel zone extends from the Glide Path antenna outward for 300 ft, and
up to 130 ft. wide, Ideally whole area comprising of first Fresnel zone should be
graded. However, at most locations, first Fresnel zone extends beyond the airport
boundary which puts a limit on the area to be graded.
Use of Null Reference Type glide path is limited by t he unavaila bi li t y of graded

area up to 3000 ft., first Fresnel zone, grading of which may require extensive land
filling or cutting of hills, a very costly affair. In such event, other alternative image
type systems can be used, A side band reference system is used at places where the
smooth terrain extends for a distance up to 2000 ft. Type M array with clearance can
be used at a place which have severe roughness throughout first Fresnel zone, to
determine the type of glide slope to be used for various terrain conditions.
The presence of signal interference sources such as power lines, buildings, fences
and other metal structures which may reflect or reradiate the glide slope signal into the
useable sector should be considered before selecting the type of G.P. serial system.
When feasible all such structures should be removed especially in approach zone, If
removal is impossible and the interference source in sufficiently low, a capture
effect system will partially overcome the effects of the low angle reflection.
LOCATING THE GLIDE SLOPE FACILITY
When planning a glide slope, the first step is to determine where the facility should
be located in relation to the runway. In addition to consider ing the terrain
conditions on either aide of the runway, the location of potential glide slope
interferences should be considered. Of primary importance in this regard is the
location of taxi-ways, aircraft holding apron and parking ramps, The Glide Path
should be located on the side of runway which is free from all such obstructions. If
terrain or other factors preclude locating the facility away from these areas, it may
be necessary to restrict the flow of ground traffic to prevent glide slope
interference.

Lateral-Distance Criteria
The glide slope antenna masts shall be located on a longitudinal reference line that
is parallel to runway centerline and laterally displaced at a distance which meets
the obstacle free zone criter ia. See Fig. 51 for these obstacle criteria. The glide
slope shall be located at optimum distance which will be determined by site
analysis. Normally Glide Path is installe d at a distance from 400 ft.
displaced laterally from centerline of the runway.
The required height of the mast along with the siting conditions shall be
considered before selecting particular site for installation. The glide slope
antenna mast height shall comply with the lateral distance obstruction criteria. When
applying lateral distance criteria ' the elevation of the runway centerline
directly a beam of the antenna mast shall be used as the vertical reference point.
See fig. 51 & 52 for lateral distance criteria details.
Longitudinal Distance Requirements
Glide Path antenna is offset longitudinally from the landing threshold and this
longitudinal offset-has to be determined along with the lateral offset to locate the Glide
Path side, Various factors affect longitudinal offset and they are:
1. Glide Path angle.

2. I.L.S. reference datum.
3. Required obstructions clearance.
4. Slope of terrain along the longitudinal reference line,
5. The extent of smooth terrain in the side area beyond the threshold.
If there is limited amount of smooth terrain in front of the ideal location, the longitudinal
distance should be increased with a corresponding adjustment in the remaining
parameters* within their defined limits to provide greatest extent of smooth terrain. In
addition, where the smooth terrain is limited, a sideband reference or capture effect
s y s t e m w i l l b e u s e d . I f sideband reference system is used the lower antenna
height requirements may permit a reduction in the lateral distance, thereby, a possible
decrease in the extent of smooth terrain, Since a capture effect system requires a
higher antenna mast than a null reference system, a greater lateral distance may
be required,
If the terrain encompassing the glide slope site is flat ( zero terrain slope)
longitudinal displacement ‘d’ is .determined by the following formula :
d = h/ tan θ
where
d = longitudinal offset of Glide path from runway threshold
h = I.L S reference datum = 50 ft.
θ = Glide Angle
If the runway is sloping , then d is found as fellows
d = h/ tan(θ+α)
where
α = Runway gradient, it is taken as the + ve in event of up gradient and -ve in
case of down gradient.

Longitudinal offset ‘d' of Glide path aerial from landing threshold for various values
of θ, glide angle, considering ideal runway and reflection plane is given as follows :
For
θ = 2.50 degree d = 1273 ft
θ = 2.75 degree d = 1157 ft
θ = 3.00 degree d = 1060 ft
θ = 3.25 degree d = 978 ft
θ = 3.50 degree d = 909 ft
Marker Beacon and Locator:
The primary function, of ILS Markers is to designate specific point in the ILS
approach path. Marker radiate a highly directional vertical pattern at 75 MHZ which
is elliptical in horizontal plane. ILS approach path passes through minor axis of
the beacon antenna pattern. Aircraft determines its fix from the touchdown
point, at predetermined distance, at which markers are positioned, as the
modulation of beacon equipment causes a particular colour of light to glow in
the panel indication of aircraft .
For category I & II two markers Middle and Outer are normally required,
OUTER MARKER
This beacon is located at a distance of 4 to 7 miles from landing threshold, It

marks glide path procedure turn altitude intercept point, Modulation frequency is
400Hz , and code is 2 dashes/second continuously .This beacon causes blue
light to flash in the aircraft instrument panel.
MIDDLE MARKER
Interception of the beacon makes decision height point and causes amber light
to flash in the aircraft instrument panel . This is situated at a distance of 3500
feet nominal from the threshold.. Modulation frequency is 1300 Hz and its code -
is alternate dots and dashes at a rate of 95 combinations per minute.
LOCATION TOLERANCES
This following permissible variations in the location of beacons is outlined as it

not always possible to locate these beacon at exact points:
Outer Marker = ± 250 Feet lateral and 3.5 to 6.0 Nm longitudinal
Middle Marker = ± 3500 Feet longitudinal and 250 feet lateral

Compass Locators:
If operationally required non –directional compass locators may be installed at the

middle and outer marker sites as an auxiliary aid to ILS . These facilities are normally
designated as LOM (Locate Outer Marker) and LMM(Locate Middle Marker). Locator
beacon transmit a 1020 Hz identification tone which modulates a two letter Morse
code signal . The LOM is identified by the first two letters of three letter ILS
identification and LMM by the last two letters .
FIG.47

FIG. 48 (a)

FIG. 48 (b)

FIG. 49

Fig. 50

FIG. 51

GLIDE SLOPE MAST LATER DISTANCE CRITERIA
FIG. 52
7.3 GROUND INSPECTION PROCEDURE
SCOPE
This chapter provides the basic philosophy of ground inspection. However, for
formalizing the detailed inspection procedure for individual type of equipment the
suggested procedure by the supplier should also be referred.
GENERAL
The following are suggestions for conducting ground inspection of those parameters
which are listed in ANNEX 10 Volume 1. The procedures given, generally provide
guidance in the methods of measuring various parameters, However, the actual
procedure adopted should be finalized based on the suppliers recommendations
also. It is also intended that the checks are made at the points which more
realistically represent the signal condition in the far field. Also field monitor should not
be used for taking field measurements but the observations on field monitors should
be corroborated by the ground check observations.
When corroborative checks are made on monitor indications, by portable test

equipments, following effects should be taken into account.

(a) Aperture Effect:
Following should be taken into account :-
i. Localizer: Negligible error due to near field effect will be introduced if

measurements are made at points beyond 10 aperture distance from the
localizer antenna for aperture up to 100 ft. For larger aperture a minimum
distance of 20 aperture should be used, Any measurements taken closer than
these distance will not be true representation of signal structure in the field.
ii. Glide Path: Individual antenna is offset around the vertical passing through the
centre of system in such a way that signal path phase relationship existing on
ILS reference datum is correct. Since it is not possible to continuously monitor
the performance of GLIDE PATH at this point, a suitable offset position is
located where representative measurements are made, However, a good
correlation between the measurements thus made and the signal structure at
Reference Datum should exist.
(b) Ground Constant::
In the near field, the measurements accuracy will depend greatly on the reflecting
terrain condition which should be carefully controlled. Varying ground conducting
condition will also effect the measurements. To effectively control this varying condition
a counter-poise designed and located at a suitable point in reflecting terrain will help a
lot.
(c) Tolerances:-
The tolerances specified are the deviations from the optimum performance values. It
is therefore desired that at the time of commissioning the facility should be set for the
nominal values.
The test equipments utilized should not have inherent errors more than one fifth the
tolerance specified. Also the equipment setting should not be modified if the listed
parameters are within 50 percent of given tolerances. After the commissioning flight
check, ground measurements of course alignments, displacements sensitivity and
power would be made. For glide path, measurements of glide angle displacements
sensitivity, minimum clearance below glide angle and power should be noted down for
reference.
LOCALIZER
Localizer Course Alignment
The measurements on localizer must not be carried out in the near field region. The
method which is widely used employs field test equipments with measurements
carried out on pre-surveyed points. The course structure at the positions selected for
these measurements must be known to be stable. By use of this test equipment, the
position of course Line relat ive to centre Line is determined,
Displacement Sensitivity
Displacement sensitivity is similarly measured on a line perpendicular to runway centre

line at pre surveyed positions. It should however be ascertained that the course
structure at these position is stable. The displacement sensitivity is given by the

difference of the two DDM divided by the Linear distance between the two pre
surveyed points. It should be linear. Normally the DDM at width position should
maintain.
Off Course Clearance
Pre-surveyed points are provided up to at least 40 degree. Off course clearance

signals are recorded, Particular care has to be taken for the points where the
course predom inance changes to clearance signal.
Polarization
Normally this measurement is not to be carried out in a routine manner. However in

the even of any suspected eff ect change in the DDM when antenna is tilted by 200
will give the effect of polarization.
Carrier Frequency
This can be measured at the transmitter output signal using a dummy, load tap or
in RF Socket. In monitor position with all the modulating signals with drawn
two frequency system the frequencies should be offset, symmetrically about
the assigned frequency. Checks on both the frequencies should be made.
Output Power
The output power into the antenna system may be measured using a
wattmeter preferably of through line type which indicates the direct and
reflected power. During installations it will be convenient to relate this power to
the field strength at some pre-surveyed point in the air field. At the same time
the out put of the transmitter and field strength should be recorded. Similarly
the field strengths is observed with 3db reduction in the transmitter output.
Thus within the relationship established between the transmitter power and
observed field strength at pre surveyed points the power can be predicted.
Tone Frequency
Measurement of tone frequency is made by taking the “time period

measurements" for individual tone frequencies on a counter. In c ase the
signals are generated from the same source, monitoring the frequency of this
source should be recorded.
Modulation Depths (90/150 Hz)
The technique used to measure the modulation depth should preferably be

one, which analyses with both modulating tone present.
Measurement of modulation depth of 1020 Hz identification tone can either be

made by switching Off 90 Hz , 150Hz tone and generating a continuous 1020
Hz Tone. Modulation depth measurement then will give the Mod Depth for
ident tone.
The measurement can also be made by comparing the reading for 9O/150 Hz
and1020 Hz on wave analyzer.

Harmonic Content Of The - 90 and 150 Hz Tones
This is measured at the detected transmitter output and level (where detector itself
should not produce any directions) with the help of a wave analyzer. The value is
obtained on calculation basis.
90/150 Hz Phasing
One of the method recommended for checking of the relative phasing between 90Hz&
150 Hz tones is as follows:
1) The detected audio CSB can be displayed on an oscilloscope, Lock the display
by varying time base.
2) Remove one tone and adjust oscilloscope to give approximately half screen
amplitudes, Carefully note the value.
3) Change over to the other tone and make sure that amplitude is exactly the
same.
4) Display the combined tones and measure as accurately as possible peak
amplitudes P1 and P2 indicated in the figure.
5) Ratio P1/P2 or P2/P1 whichever is appropriate give a value equal to or less
than unity. Ratio greater than 0.906 indicates satisfactory phasing.
MONITORING SYSTEM OPERATION :
This test is conducted to ensure that the total time period specified for out of tolerance
limits., transmissions should never be existed to protect aircraft in the final stage of
approach. It should be ensured that no guidance outside the monitor limits be radiated
after the time period given and no attempts be made to restore service until a period of
the order of 20 seconds has elapsed.
The situation can be simulated by taking Alarm limit beyond their limit positions.

ILS waveforms illustrating relative audio phasing of the 90 Hz and 150 Hz tones
FIG. 53
Alarm Limit Adjustment
The alignments of alarm limits should be carried out at the time of flight
check.
GLIDE PATH
ANGLE STABILITY:
Glide path angle stability may be measured either at normal monitoring location or
at a distance of at least 1000 feet from transmitting antenna. It is always
beneficial to record the observed parameter on the monitoring point at the time of
commissioning flight check for reference purposes.

For facilities with performance requirements of cat II and cat III ' the field
measurements are also carried out at threshold to measure the height of glide path
above runway threshold. For subsequent practical measurements a suitable
position out side the runway is established (at about same distance as threshold from
antenna) and the reading& are correlated. For these measurements means should
be provided for determining the height of the test antenna above ground level with an
accuracy of 15 cm.
DISPLACEMENT SENSITIVITY AND CLEARANCE BELOW GLIDE PATH:
Measurement of these parameter can be made in the same way as the angle but
measurements must be made at fixed distances above and below the glide path.
Points at which DDM of 0.0875 is observed should be marked. For below glide
path clearance ,far field monitoring is required to be done and a DDM value, are
recorded right down to 0.3θ.Other checks are performed as per the methods
explained for Localizer.
MARKER BEACON:
The purpose of the ground testing is to ensure an a continuous basis that the marker
beacon radiates a signal meeting the requirements of Annexure 10 Volume 1.
Since a large variety of beacon & are being used, an outline of the test procedure will
be given.
The test equipments recommended for maintenance are as follows:
 A frequency meter covering 75 M Hz band with an accuracy of at least 0.001
percent.
 A modulation meter or oscilloscopes for modulation percentage measurements.
 A power meter probably a bi-directional type.
 A wave analyzer and a spectrum analyzer for checking the spectral purity are
also recommended.
GROUND TESTING PROCEDURES:

The carrier frequency of the transmitter should be chocked using an accurate frequency
counter either from the sampled R.F signal or any other method suggested by the
supplier,
RF Output Power:
Since the coverage of markers beacons are directly related to the power being radiated,
it is essential that radiated power must be kept as close to the power left at the time of
commissioning as is possible. Mostly a motor is provided on every equipment to indicate
the power, this should be correlated with actual power and also reflection should be
measured to confirm that radiated power is same.
Modulation Depth:
The modulation depths can be measured by a modulation meter or an oscilloscope. In

oscilloscope the familiar method of noting down maxima (Amax) and minima (Amin) is
employed.
The modulation percentage = Amax –Amin *100
Amax + Amin

Modulation Tone Frequency:

The modulation Tone frequency can be measured on a frequency counter as in the
case of localizer, and glide path.
Harmonic Contents:
The harmonic levels of the modulating tone are measured with a wave analyzer.
Keying:
An audible indication of Keying normally is provided in the monitor. The code should
be confirmed to be accurate, Ground Check Analysis.
LOCALIZER:
Localizer Course Alignments:
Intention is to establish that the relationship between the course time produced by
Localizer and the physical centerline of runway holds. For the purpose,
measurements are carried out on some pre-surveyed points on centerline with the
help of a portable test monitor. These measurements are made in the far field
only and the course structure at these points should be known to be stable, With
the help of these measurements the position of course time relative to
centerline is determined. Practical measurement must confirm the continuity of this
relationship.
Displacement Sensitivity and Off Course Clearance:

Both these measurements can be made simultaneously with of a portable test
monitor on pre-surveyed, points on a line perpendicular to the centerline & is in the
far field. Through the measurements linearity of DDM increases, on either side
of course line is confirmed. DDM of 15.5% at course width points are
established. Measurements further along the path gives the complete signal
structure in the space. In the facilities where two frequency clearance or
quadrature clearance signals have been provided, particular attention should
be paid to the DDM at the point where predominance changes from course to
clearance signals.
GLIDE PATH
Glide Angle Alignment:
It is intended that the relationship between the actual glide path produced by the
Glide path equipment at any time and the path with reference to the declared
glide angle for that runway always holds . For this purposes measurements are
carried out at some pro surveyed points of the Centerline of the runway with the
help of a test monitor and the readings observed should be same as the readings
taken at these points at the time of commissioning flight check.
For Cat II and Cat III facilities the height of glide path over the threshold should be
periodical ascertained with the help of portable monitor and relating the measurements
taken at this pre surveyed point at the time of commissioning of the glide
path.

Displacement Sensitivity and Below The Glide Path Clearance:
Both these measurements are made simultaneously at the portable monitor

observation point. The DDM at various heights are noted and recorded. The DDMs at
various heights are compared with those observed immediately after the
commissioning flight check. The points at which a DDM reading of 8.75
percent is observed is recorded, The heights of these readings should hold.
Also the DDM structure both above the observed glide path position should compare
with that left at the time of commissioning.
Inspection could not be carried out within the maximum allowable intervals. The facility
may continue to remain in service provided the ground checks indicate normal
performance.
PRE-FLIGHT AND POST-FLIGHT PROCEDURES
7.4.1 Pre Flight Inspection Preparation
Following are the points to be observed during Preflight Inspection Preparation:
1) Ensure that the result of all possible ground calibration and checking of
equipment are satisfactory.
2) Maintenance personnel to be available to make corrections and adjustments.
3) Theodolite platform and its power supply should be available.
4) Availability of transport for movement of equipment and personnel.
5) Ensure all special tools and instruments are available at the site.
6) Availability of last Flight Inspection Report.
7) Any requirement of special investigation during flight inspection must be
promptly intimated to FIU in advance.
8) In case the facility is not expected to be ready as per the regular schedule of
inspection, FIU must be advised accordingly.
9) NOTAM action for withdrawal of facility during Flight Inspection.
7.4.2 In-Flight Inspection Action by the Ground Personnel:
During the inspection Flight Inspector will advise maintenance personnel of observed
conditions which require adjustment of ground equipment. Request for adjustment will
be specific and readily understandable by ground personnel. Normally the Flight
Inspector is not expected to diagnose the fault, but will furnish sufficient information to
enable the maintenance team to make the corrective adjustment, when the aircraft is
airborne.
Record the adjustments done, for later analysis.
7.4.3 Post-Flight Inspection Action by the Ground Personnel
Ground maintenance personnel will complete the following actions:
1. Take action as per the advise of Flight Inspector.

2. Implement the suggestions contained in the remarks column of the Flight
Inspection report.
3. Intimate FIU and all concerned regarding any major change in the facility
performance (NOTAM action).

7.4.4 Airborne FIS Equipment
FIS console fitted on board the flight inspection aircraft may be of one of the following:
a. Manual System
Features manual data analysis and computation of results besides

supported by a manual Theodolite (AVRO).
b. Semi-Automatic System
Features automatic data analysis and computation of results but supported by

an operator dependent, position reference system/ Theodolite (DORNIER).
c. Automatic System
Features automatic data analysis and computation of results based on self

contained automatic position reference systems, like GPS and INS. This
system is presently not available in India and is expected to be available in the
near future.
7.4.5. FLIGHT INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Important procedures are described in this section. Procedures discussed

pertain to Manual/Semi Auto FIS equipment.
7.4.5.1 Localizer Flight Inspection
Following are the various Flight_ Inspection Checks carried on the Localizer
equipment:
a. Identification Coding Checks

b. Mod-Balance and Mod-Depth Checks
c. Course width and Clearance Check
d. Course Structure, Course Alignment and Flyability Check
e. High Angle Clearance
f. Alignment Monitor Alarm Check
g. Width Monitor Alarm Check
h. Coverage and Power Monitor Alarm Check
i. Polarization Check
Course Width Symmetry Check.
n case of Routine/ Periodic inspections, normally adjustments are carried out on one of
the transmitters and then:
i. All the monitors are adjusted to "zero".

ii. Transmitter is changed over.
iii. Controls of this transmitter are adjusted to obtain similar readings on
the monitor.
iv. A confirmatory air check is made for this transmitter. It saves time and
ensures that both the transmitters are balanced on monitors.
This procedure is also employed in glide path calibration.

7.4.5.1.1 Identification Coding Check
Ident should have no effect on Cross Pointer Ident level is adjusted to 10%
Modulation.
7.4.5.1.2 Mod Balance and Mod-Depth Check
Purpose:
To confirm that mod balance and mod depth are set properly. On centerline of LLZ the
DDM should be zero and Mod sum should be 40%.
Flight Procedure:
Park the A/C at Runway Threshold on Centerline (C/L). Ground staff asked to Adj.
Mod Bal. & Mod Depth controls
Mod. Bal adjusted for 0 ± 5 p amps (cross pointer current in the FIS console)
Mod. Depth adjusted for 40% ± 2% (CAT I & II) 40% ± 1% (CAT III)
7.4.5.1.3 Course Width and Clearance Check
Purpose:
i. To ensure Course Width is satisfactory
In Commissioning / Annual flight checks the Course width is adjusted for

nominal value
In Routine - flight checks it is ensured that the course width is with in tolerance
ii. To check off course clearance (in the sector 10°-35° either side of C/L)
FLT Procedure
Calibration aircraft flies an arc about Runway centerline at approx 5 NM from LLZ &
1000' AGL (Above Ground Level) as shown in figure 54
Theodolite/ Tracker
Calibration Aircraft is tracked by Theodolite/ Tracker

Event marks given –
at 1° interval in the ± 5° Zone
at 5° interval in the ± 5° to ± 35°.
In case of Tracker continuous azimuth readings are transmitted to the airborne console
and recorded.
Ground Facility Adjustment
Ground staff is required to adjust Course Width control as advised by the Flight
Inspector.

An increase in width DDM monitored on INT Width Mon socket will result in a decrease
in Course Width values.
In case of Normarc ILS, SBO Power control is adjusted. A clockwise rotation increases
the attenuation and thereby increases the course width.
Fig. 54 Localizer Course Width and Clearance Check

In-sufficient clearance may be caused due to
i. Imperfect phasing
ii. High antenna VSWR in the RF feeders/dipole(s)
It should be rechecked and corrected.
Desired Result/Tolerances
COURSE WIDTH (W) = W ± 17% CAT I & II

(W) = W ± 10% CAT III
i. Clearance current should increase linearly to 175 1A Amps (18% DDM) from
centerline and must not fall below this value up to 10° azimuth either side of
C/L.
ii. Minimum Clearance current should be 150 p Amps (15% DDM) in ± 10° to ± 35°
Sector
Important:
After the final adjustment panel should be closed.
Course Structure, Alignment and Flyability Check Purpose:
i. To check that electronic center line is aligned with the physical center line.
ii. To check that the quality of course signal is satisfactory. (Its course bends,
roughness, scalloping all combined is within tolerance limits of the applicable
category.)
iii. Flyability is checked to ensure it is satisfactory that an aircraft following the ILS
can fly smoothly "manually" as well as on its "auto pilot".
Flight Procedure
i. Calibration A/C carries out ILS approaches inbound from 8 NM to R/W

Threshold along the center line and on Glide Slope as shown in figure 55.
ii. When approaches are made aircraft is tracked by Theodolite.
iii. Event marks are recorded and Course Structure is calculated
iv. In the case of Tracker, continuous azimuth deviation data of the A/C gets
automatically transmitted to the console and course structure is calculated
by the computer immediately after the completion of the run.

Figure 55 Course Structure Alignment and Flyability Check
Ground Adjustment
Normally no adjustment is carried out for above exercise. However light adjustment of
MOD BAL & MOD DEPTH may be required to optimize the far field performance.

Desired Results and Tolerances
i. Alignment
a. Commissioning Inspection - No Tolerance permitted normally.

b. Periodic Inspection Within Tolerance Limits
CAT I ± 14.6A
CAT II ±10.5A
CAT III ±4.2A
ii. Structure
a. Usable distance to ILS point À' = 30 Amps

b. ILS Point À' to `B' - CAT I Linear decrease from 30A to 15pA
CAT II & III Linear decrease from 30VA to 5A
c. CAT I - ILS Point B to C maintain 15 u Amp
CAT II - ILS Point B to Threshold 5  Amp
CAT III - ILS Point B to Point D 5  Amp
d. CAT III - ILS Point D to Point E Linear increase from 5 to 10 Amp
This data is illustrated in figures 56 and 57.
Flyability - Must be Satisfactory
ILS Points
ILS Point A - On extended C/L, on G/P - 4 NM from (7.5 Km) from Threshold
ILS Point B - On extended C/L, on G/P - 3500' (1050M) from Threshold
ILS Point C - On extended C/L, Down-ward extended straight portion of G/P where it
crosses 100' above horizontal plane containing threshold.

Figure 56 LLZ Course and maximum Bend amplitude criteria
Figure 57 Evaluation of Course/Path bend amplitude
ILS Point D - A point 12' (4M) above Runway CL and 900 M (3000 ft) from threshold
in the direction of LLZ.
ILS Point E - A point 12' (4M) above Runway C/L and 600M (2000' ft) from the stop
end of runway in the direction of threshold.

7.4.5.1.5 High Angle Clearance
Purpose:
The Combination of ground environment and antenna height can cause nulls or false
courses - These may not be apparent at all normal instrument approach altitudes.
High Angle Clearance should therefore be investigated upon in case of:
a. Initial Commissioning
b. Change in location of Antenna
c. Change in height of Antenna
d. Installation of a different type of Antenna
Procedure:
This check is similar to clearance check described earlier in para 7.5.1.3 except that
a/c flies the arc at 4500' above the AGL or max' altitude of LLZ in use.
4500' AGL or Max service altitude.
7.4.5.1.6 Alignment monitor alarm check
Monitor alarm limits are cross checked. Ground maintenance personnel actuate
alignment monitor alarm condition with Mod. Balance control. Calibration aircraft
detects the deviation to confirm that the deviation is within the tolerance limits.
7.4.5.1.7 Width Monitor Alarm Check
Purpose :
To confirm that adjustment of Width Monitor Alarm is Satisfactory.
FLT Procedure :
This exercise is conducted similar to Course Width Check. Ground procedure in

different.
Width wide Alarm Check
This check ensures that even during wide width condition, clearance current does not
reduce below the minimum. In this check off Course Clearance must not fall below.
135 V Amps in the Zone ± 10° to ± 35°.
Ground Procedure
Inspection of width alarm are carried out on one Tx only. Increase SBO power to
simulate narrow alarm condition ADOPT same procedure for WIDE ALARM. Return
the control to earlier position to obtain original value of width DDM.

Permissible course width change for each category
CAT I } - ± 17%
CAT II}
CAT III - ± 10%
7.4.5.1.8 Coverage & Power Monitor Alarm Check
Purpose:
To confirm that Localizer provide, coverage to the defined service volume even when
operating at Half Power (Monitor Alarm).
Flight Procedure:
The FIU A/C carries out exercise as shown in the figure 58.
The field strength of the LLZ signal is measured on course at greatest distance at
which it is expected to be used (But not less than 18 NM) while operating with 50% of
normal power. If the field strength is less than 5 [t Volts the power will be increased to
provide at least 5 ~t Volts and monitor limit adjusted to Alarm at that level. Normalise
the power output to the original value.
Desired Result - Throughout the coverage volume:

Minimum AGC 5  Volts
Minimum SDM 24%

Figure 58 Localizer Usable Airspace Check
7.4.5.1.9 Polarization Check
Purpose:
To confirm that no adverse effect will be encountered while flying on LLZ course
due to undesired vertical polarization component.
The desired polarization of LLZ is HORIZONTAL

FLT Procedure:
Calibration A/C files in bound Localizer at 1500' AGL between 6-10 NM. The A/C
is made to BANK 20  Each side while remaining on center line as shown in figure
59.
Desired Result
No appreciable deflection of Cross Pointer on Banking. Tolerance in cross pointer

current (DDM)
CAT I ± 15 A
CAT II ± 8A
CAT III ± 5A
7.4.5.1.10 Course Width Symmetry Check
Purpose:
To confirm that course width on either side of center line is SYMMETRICAL within
prescribed limit.
Flight Procedure
Figure 60 shows the flight procedure for the Course Width Symmetry Check. The
calibration A/C flies inbound from Outer Marker to Runway threshold at half width
(75 p Amps offset) point on either side of the LLZ Center line.
Pilot flies with the help of FIS CDI. The A/C is tracked at half course width angle.
Desired Result
Symmetry (1/2 width on 90 Hz side compared to width on 150 Hz side) must be

WITH IN 10% OF TOTAL SECTOR WIDTH.
This check is done only during commissioning. After the flight Inspection is
completed the ground staff should ensure that both the Txs are BALANCED ON
MONITORS.

Figure 59 LLZ Polarization Check

FIGURE 60 Course width symmetry check

7.4.6 GLIDE PATH FLIGHT INSPECTION
Following are the various Flight Inspection Checks.
a. Antenna Null Check

b. Phasing Check
c. Sector width and Glide Angle Check
d. Glide angle and Course Structure Check
e. Monitor Checks
i. Position Alarm
ii. Width Alarm
f. Azimuth Coverage
7.4.6.1 Antenna Null Checks
Purpose :
To confirm and correct (if required) the electrical height of G/P Antenna above ground.
This check is performed during commissioning or after major maintenance of antenna.
Flight Procedure:
The calibration aircraft flies at 1000' AGL on LLZ from a distance of 8 NM to a point
overhead G/P antenna. The a/c is tracked by Theodolite. The Theodolite gives event
marks at 0.2° (elevation) interval starting from 10 to 40, and at 10 interval from 40 to 100.
Figure 61 shows the procedure.
Dummy load the SBO signal in the Coaxial Distribution Unit/Antenna Changeover Unit.
Feed CSB signal to antenna being checked (one antenna at a time). Adjust antenna
height as advised by Flight Inspector. The height of antenna should be raised to
decrease the NULL ANGLE & VICE VERSA.
Desired Results
For desired glide angle = , AGC nulls for various antenna should occur at
a. NULL REFERENCE SYSTEM

Upper Antenna - , 2
Lower Antenna - 2, 4
b. SIDE BAND REFERENCE SYSTEM
Upper Antenna - 4/3, 8/3
c. M-ARRAY
Upper Antenna - 2/3, 4/3
Middle Antenna - , 2

Figure 61 Glide Path Check

7.4.6.2 Phasing Check
Purpose:
To establish that correct quadrature phase relationship between CSB and SBO signals
exists.
Flight Procedure:
Figure 62 shows the flight procedure for Phasing Check. The calibration A/C flies
inbound on Center line at 1000' AGL The exercise is started at 10 NM from Runway
threshold and is terminated at 1 NM before Outer Marker.
Ground Facility Adjustment:
In case of Normarc Glide Path equipment air phasing is seldom required. Necessary
phasing adjustments are made in the Antenna Distribution Unit on ground itself. The
details given below pertain to STAN/GCEL ILS, however it is interesting to know the
RF adjustments which constitute the phasing procedure.
l. Put SBO O/P on Dummy load at Antenna Changeover Unit. Adjust MOD BAL
Control as advised by flight inspector to attain zero cross pointer current in the
a/c Console.
2. Insert quarter wave length (/4) line in SBO feeder and radiate both CSB and
SBO signals.

Figure 62 Phasing Check
a. Null Reference
For proper phasing the ground staff should always be quick and alert to monitor and
act on instruction received on VHF R/T Set. After radiating CSB and SBO if the C.P.
current is not zero flight inspector will intimate the C.P. current and accordingly the
ground staff will adjust the Side Band Phaser. After phasing, remove /4 cable and
give normal radiation.

b. Side Band Reference
Put upper antenna on Dummy Load before flying is started Adjust power ratio Control
on ADU to achieve equal SBO power to both Antennas.
Put the SBO feed on Dummy Load, Check with a/c if CP current is zero. Feed SBO
with /4 cable. Adjust `Side Band Phase' control to attain CP current = 0.
Remove Dummy Load from Antenna feeder and adjust upper ant phase control on
ADU as advised by FIU to get CP current as zero. Remove /4 cable and normalize
the feeds.
c. M-Array
Adjust various power ratio controls on ADU as prescribed. Put the Middle and Upper
Ant on D/Load. Insert 1/4 cable in SBO feed and put it on D/Load. Radiate only CSB
and check for Zero CP current. Radiate SBO also with /4 cable. Adjust phase Side
Band Control to attain CP current zero. Remove D/Load from Middle Ant and adjust
Middle antenna phaser to attain CP current zero. Remove D/Load from Upper Ant and
adjust upper antenna phaser to achieve CP current = zero. Finally remove /4 cable
and NORMALISE the equipment.
While doing phasing by SBO phaser if zero CP current cannot be attained, then insert
about 3" (3 inch) of extra length in SBO Cable. If phasing comes proper then CSB
cable may be cut equal to extra length (3" in this case). Extra length of cable can be
put in CSB cable also if required to get zero CP current. In this case SBO cable may
be cut.
Sector Width & Glide Path Angle Check
Purpose:
To determine the Glide angle and sector width and apply corrections if necessary
Flight Procedure:
The calibration a/c flies inbound on extended centerline at 1000' AGL from 10 NM to
MM. The A/C is tracked by Theodolite from 1elevation and event marks are
transmitted from Theodolite at 0.2 interval up to 4 and at 1 interval thereafter till the
run is over. In case of semi-automatic FIS the event marks are automatically recorded
in the console.
a. Angle.
If the angle is out of tolerance and MOD BAL setting is correct, antenna height will
have to be adjusted, Minor adjustment of Mod Bal can be made as advised by of Flt
Inspector. During the adjustment put the FTS on CSB course socket. In case the DDM
is on 90 side the G/P is low and if DDM is on 150 side the angle is High. To increase
the glide angle obtain a higher DDM predominant on 150Hz and vice versa.

b. Width:
Adjust SBO power attenuator. To increase the sector width reduce the SBO power or
increase the attenuation and vice versa.
Carry out adjustment of SBO Power control as per advice of FIU team.
Desired Results
a. Glide Angle -  (Selected)

1
b. /a Sector Width - ± 0.12  Lower and Upper
Tolerances
i. Commissioning - No tolerances allowed
ii. Routine
Glide Angle - ± 7.5% of  for CAT I & II
± 4% of  for CAT III
Half Sector Width
CAT I - Lower Half Sector Width 0.07  to 0.14 

CAT II - 20% of nominal value
CAT III - 15% of nominal value
7.4.6.4 Glide Angle & Path Structure Check
Purpose :
i. To determine the computed (actual) Glide angle.

ii. To confirm that the G.P. aberrations, bends, roughness and scalloping are
within tolerance.
Flight Procedure
The calibration A/C flies on G/P inbound on LLZ centerline from 10 NM up to

threshold. The pilot follows glide path. The a/c is continuously tracked by Theodolite
and event marks are passed on at regular intervals to give elevation information for
recording in console. The Path Structure is Computed manually in case of manual FIS.
In case of semi-automatic FIS the Azimuth information is automatically transmitted and
recorded in console the result of path structure is computed by the computer and
instant results are displayed on screen.
No adjustment is required in ground equipment. If structure results are not up to the

mark the facility may be Down - Categorized. Site improvements may solve an out of-
tolerance structure situation.
Desired Result
The Computed Glide Angle (Mean of all Glide Angles in Sector A-B) should be within
Tolerance.

Tolerances
Structure:
Should not exceed
CAT I up to À' - ± 30  Amps

A-B - ± 30  Amps
B-C - ± 30  Amps
CAT II & III up to À' - ± 30  Amps
A-B - From ± 30  A at A to Linear decrease to ±
20 A at Point B
B-T - ± 20  A
Figure 63 Glide Path and maximum Bend amplitude criteria
7.4.6.5 MONITOR CHECKS
a. ANGLE ALARM
Purpose:
To confirm that the Angle Alarm is adequately sensitive to detect a change of Glide
Angle.
This check is carried out using one Tx only.

Flight check procedure
A/C flies ILS from 8 NM to Middle Marker.
Connect the FTS to course CSB socket in the changeover unit and note the DDM. On
request from FIU A/C move MOD BAL in one direction till both Monitor 1 and Monitor 2
just exceed the threshold of alarm condition. Keep an eye on the C/L DDM display on
the monitor. On advice of the flight inspector move the MOD Balance control in the
other direction to achieve alarm condition as above. Afterwards, restore the control to
obtain original value of DDM on FTS.
Desired Results
The change in the Glide Angle obtained by calibration A/C must be within ±7.5% of .
b. WIDTH ALARM
Purpose
To confirm that width alarm is adequately sensitive to detect an out-of tolerance

change in sector width parameter.
Flight Procedure
A/C flies 1000 ft AGL along the extended C/L from 10 NM to middle marker.
Ground Adjustment
Set Monitor display for DS DDM and note the value.

Actuate width (DS) alarm condition on both monitor 1 and monitor 2 with the help of
SBO power attenuation.
On advice of flight inspector move the control on the other side to obtain alarm
condition.
Finally, as advised, restore the control and reconfirm by obtaining the original value of
DS DDM.
Desired Results
For CAT I Change in the lower half sector width, in air, must be within ±0.037 .
For CAT II & III
Change in LHSW must be within 25% of the nominal value.
7.4.6.6 AZIMUTH COVERAGE
Purpose
To confirm that usable signal is available in the ± 8° azimuth zone (with the center line
as the reference). This check is carried out only during commissioning or after major
maintenance of the antenna.

Flight Procedure
A/C flies glide path with an azimuth offset of 8° (Pilot's estimate and aided by
Theodolite guidance) w.r.t. The extended centerline.
This run is started at 5 NM and continued up to 2 NM.
Ground facility adjustment
None.
Desired Results
Glide path signal should have AGC equivalence of more than 15 V and SDM/Mod
sum more than 48%.

CHAPTER 08 NORMARC ILS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CHAPTER 08
NORMARC ILS SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

8.1. INTRODUCTION
This module introduces to the Localizer equipment NM 3513B and Glide Path
equipment NM 3533B. Both of these are dual frequency/dual transmitter/dual monitoring
systems.
8.2. NORMARC LOCALIZER/GLIDE PATH SYSTEM
Figure 64 shows the simplified block diagram of the Normarc Localizer/Glide Path
system.
Figure 64 Normarc ILS Simplified Block Diagram
The Normarc Localizer/Glide Path system consists of the following five sections:
a. Transmitter Section
b. Control and Display Section
c. Monitor Section
d. Antenna Section
e. DC Power Section
8.2.1 Transmitter Section
This section generates the ILS signals, namely the CSB and SBO, in the required
amplitude and phase relationship for radiation by the antenna system.

The Localizer transmitter section operates in the frequency band 108-112 MHz and
produces four output signals namely:
a. CSB Course
b. SBO Course
c. CSB Clearance
d. SBO Clearance
The Glide Path transmitter section operates in the frequency band 328.6 - 335.4 MHz and
produces three output signals namely:
a. CSB Course
b. SBO Course
c. CSB Clearance
8.2.2 Control and Display Section
This section has four different functions which are completely independent. These are:
a. Display, for displaying all parameters.

b. System status, for providing information about the system status and system
switches.
c. Voting, for deciding which transmitter to be on.
d. Remote control, for receiving and sending messages from the remote control.
.
8.2.3 Monitor Section
This section receives input from the Antenna section and depending on the preset internal
alarm-limits sends control signals to the Control section. The Control section then will
direct the correct transmitter for radiation. The other transmitter is directed into the dummy
load. This transmitter is also RF sampled. The sample is also fed to the Monitor input.
8.2.4 Antenna Section
The antenna section contains the Log-Periodic Dipole (LPD) array, the antenna
distribution network, the near field antenna and the monitor integral network.
The antenna array of the ILS localizer transmitter, consisting of twelve LPDs, is located on
an extension of the centerline of the instrument runway of an airfield, but is located far
enough from the stop end of the runway to prevent it being a collision hazard. The
localizer antenna radiates a field pattern directed along the centerline of the runway
towards the middle and outer markers. It also furnishes information outside the front
course area in the form of full fly-left or full fly-right indications (CLEARANCE).
The antenna array of the ILS Glide Path transmitter, consisting of three LPDs in the form
of M-array, is located at an offset distance of 450 feet from the runway centerline. The
longitudinal distance from the runway threshold is a function of several factors which
include:
a. The glide path angle

b. Threshold crossing height requirements
c. Obstruction clearance requirements
d. The slope of the terrain in front of the antenna system
e. The extent of smooth terrain in the site area and beyond the threshold.

8.2.5 DC Power Section
The equipment is powered by an SNIPS, external to the equipment, which produces a dc

voltage of 27 V at 9 amps. This DC input voltage is converted into three DC voltages: +5
V, +12 V and -12 V required for equipment operation internally with the help of DC/DC
converters.
8.3. NORMARC LOCALIZER/GLIDE PATH EQUIPMENT CABINET
The Normarc Localizer/Glide Path equipment is housed in a standard 19" rack as shown
in figure 65.
The cabinet has 12 shelves which contain the equipment hardware. The contents of each
of these shelves are as follows:
Shelf 0
This shelf does not contain any equipment hardware. It is covered with a blank panel.
Shelf 1
This Shelf contains the 24 V to +12/+5/-12 V DC/DC converter for the transmitter and the
two fuses for the +27 V rail. The cards for monitoring the antenna distribution network
(DC-loop) is also mounted in this Shelf. 24 V supply to the rack is switched ON/OFF
through the switches mounted on this shelf. This is named as Power Distribution Unit.
Shelves 2/3/4 and 5
These shelves form the Transmitter Section. There are four transmitters, 2 Course and 2
clearance.
Shelf 6/7 and 8
These shelves form the Monitor Section. Shelf 6 contains the Hardware Based Monitor
whereas shelves 7 and 8 contain the two Software Based Monitors.
Shelf 9/10 and 11
These Shelves form the Control and Display section of the equipment.
Shelf 9 contains the Local Control Unit. A Monitor Panel is mounted on the front of the
rack.
Shelf 10 is the shelf where the coax-relay, phase adjusters and the attenuators are
located.
Shelf 11 contains the Analog Meter Panel. The two instruments on the sides are
analogue representations of the parameter currently displayed at the display in the Local
Control Unit. The instrument in the middle indicates the output power for the
transmitters.

Fig. 65 Normarc ILS Equipment Cabinet

8.4. NORMARC LOCALIZER/ GLIDE PATH FUNCTIONAL BLOCK DIAGRAM
Figure 66 shows the functional block diagram of the Normarc Localizer/Glide Path
equipment.
Depending on the input from the Monitor Integral Network, Field Antenna etc. and the
preset internal alarm-limits, the monitors send control signals to the voting block. This
block will, depending on the type of voting and the position of the Main Select Switch etc.
turn the correct transmitter on. The change-over unit is also controlled by a signal from
voting block.
The Display unit communicates with the monitors via a Serial Interface(SIP)-bus. All
relevant parameters are transferred to the Display via this SIP-bus.
From the display an RS232 output is available. All parameter available on the Display
are transferred to an external computer if this RS232 option is used.
The Remote Control makes it possible to operate and monitor LLZ/GP from the tower.

Fig. 66 Normarc ILS Functional Block Diagram

8.5 NORMARC ILS POWER SUPPLY
8.5.1. INTRODUCTION
In the earlier handout the Normarc ILS equipment was introduced. In this handout a
detailed description of the power supply units of this equipment will be discussed.
The equipment operates on a DC voltage of 27 Volts supplied by a wall mounted Switch

Mode Power Supply Unit (SMPS 600). The equipment is also capable of no break
operation using a standby battery of 24 V. The 27 volts supplied by the SMPS is then
converted into regulated +5 V, +12 V and -12 V DC voltages within the equipment with the
help of various power supply modules.
8.5.2. SMPS
The SMPS supplied by WS ELTECK is wall mounted, operates on the commercial AC

supply of single phase 220 V and produces 27 V DC. This DC voltage is supplied to the
Power Distribution Unit in the ILS rack and then distributed to the different units of the
equipment through a cable labelled 11. The SMPS output is also used to keep a 24 volt
battery bank on float charge for system back-up power while supplying power to the ILS
rack.
POWER SUPPLY MODULES
The Power Supply Module PS 635 is built around switched mode DC/DC converter
module. The module PS 635 A employs PKA 2231, module PS 635 B employs PKA 2212
and module PS 635 C employs PKA 2314 switched mode DC/DC converter modules.
The module features shut down up on too low input voltage, and current limit on outputs.
Inputs are protected with fuses.
The following table explains the specifications of these power supply modules.

Specifications PS 635 A PS 635 B PS 635 C
Input Voltage: 19 to 35 V DC 19 to 35 V DC 19 to 35 V DC
Output Voltages: +5.15V ± 2% DC +5 V ± 2% DC +5.15 V ± 2% DC

+12V ± 2%DC +12V ±2%DC
-12V ± 2%DC -12V±2%DC
Output Currents: 4 A at 5 V 4A 4 A at 5 V
- 1 A at +12V 2.5 A at +12V
1A at -12V 1 A at -12V
Ripple/noise: 60 mV p-p at 5 V 80 mV p-p 60 mV p-p at 5 V
140mVp-p at ±12V 140mVp-p at ±l2V
Efficiency: 80% 80% 80%
Input/Output Common Ground Common Ground Common Ground
Isolation:
Environment -45 to +85 C -45 to +85 C -45 to +85 C
operating:
Storage: -55 to +125 C -55 to +125 C -55 to +125 C
8.6.NORMARC ILS TRANSMITTER SECTION
8.6.1. INTRODUCTION
The modulator/transmitter is a complete section built into a 19" rack. The output signals
are labelled CSB and SBO and are available at two SMA ports . The SBO power level is
the same as the sideband power level of the CSB port. The SBO phase is in quadrature
phase with the CSB sidebands.
The transmitter section of the Localizer and Glide Path equipments are identical except
for a minor change which will be described as the module progresses.
8.6.2. TRANSMITTER SECTION BLOCK DIAGRAM
Figure at the annexure shows the simplified block diagram of the Transmitter Section of
the Normarc Localizer equipment.
The Transmitter Section is divided into two units namely:
a. Course Transmitter Unit

b. Clearance Transmitter Unit.
Each of these units will have two transmitters namely Transmitter 1 (TX1) and
Transmitter 2 (TX2). Each course transmitter produces two signals namely the CSB CL

and SBO CL. Each clearance transmitter produces two signals namely CSB CLR and
SB0 CLR. All the CSB signals are routed to the Coaxial Change Over unit directly while
the SBO signals are routed through Phaser and Attenuator units to the Coaxial Change
Over unit.
The Coaxial Change Over unit is activated by two control signals namely COAX Control
CL and COAX Control CLR from the Relay Driver Cards housed in the Local Control
Unit. Depending on the logic level of these signals, the coaxial relay allows one of the
two transmitter signals to be passed on to the Antenna Section while the other
transmitter signal is routed to the Dummy Load. If the logic level is "1", Transmitter 1
signals are selected and if the logic level is "0", the transmitter 2 signals are selected.
In the Transmitter section of Glide Path equipment, there is no generation of SBO CLR
signal. Hence the corresponding transmitter circuits will be absent.
8.6.3 TRANSMITTER UNIT BLOCK DIAGRAM
8.6.3.1 Localizer Course Transmitter Unit
The Localizer Course Transmitter Unit consists of the following 9 modules of which 7 are
different:
a. 90/150 Hz Generator PV20396
b. Identity Keyer PV21204
c. Feedback Control FC550A
d. RF Oscillator OS551A
e. Power Amplifier PA552A (2 pcs)
f. AM Detector DT555A (2 pcs)
g. Combiner CB556A
Figure at the annexure shows the block diagram of the Localizer Course Transmitter
unit.
In order to produce the required modulated rf-outputs two crystal oscillators and three
feedback loops are implemented. In addition a 1020 Hz morse-coded signal is
generated from a free running RC oscillator.
The Tx ON/OFF function is accomplished by supplying the RF crystal oscillator circuit

with 12V supply (Vcc) which is switched off for Tx power off. (In this case the power
amplifiers are not consuming power from the 27.6V supply because the operate in class
C.
The first crystal oscillator is operating on 460.8 KHz and located on the 90/150 Hz
Generator module. The frequency is divided down to 90 and 150 Hz phase locked and
filtered to sine-wave voltages, which are fed to the Feedback Control module and used
as driving signals for the modulator circuits.

The second crystal oscillator is operating on the Localizer channel frequency (108.1 -
111.95 MHz) and is located on the RF Oscillator unit. The signal is split into two paths
and amplified to a power level suited for driving the two Power Amplifier modules.
Two of the feedback loops are identical, one is in the 90 Hz modulation path and the other
is in the 150 Hz path. The purpose is three-fold:
a. Maintain a constant output power level.

b. Maintain a constant modulation depth for each tone.
. Cancel modulation distortion generated in the class c type Power Amplifier.
The third feedback loop is a differential control loop for the rf phase of the carrier signal.
The purpose is to maintain a constant static rf phase in quadrature at the inputs of the
combiner hybrid located in the Combiner module.
The 90 Hz and 150 Hz sine wave signal originating from the 90/150 Hz Generator module
is level-stabilized through AGC circuits in the Feedback control module. The tone levels
can be controlled differentially from the MOD BAL potentiometer and single-ended from
the MOD SUM potentiometer.
The modulation levels for 90 and 150 Hz are now fixed and ready for adding to a dc
voltage which determines the rf carrier power level. This dc voltage is stabilized and
controlled from the RF POWER potentiometer, split into two branches and added to the 90
and 150 Hz voltages in op-amps, then current-amplified to drive the modulation stage in
each Power Amplifier module.
The feedback signals from the AM Detector module are compared with the modulation
voltages in the op-amps 180 degrees out of phase such that negative corrective feedback
takes place. A potentiometer labelled RF BAL is used to balance the feedback signals
differentially such that a carrier cancellation occurs at the SBO output port.
The RF carrier signal is generated from the RF Oscillator Modulator. An rf phase regulator
incorporated in one signal path is controlled from the phase-detector in the combiner
module such that the phase referenced to the other path is maintained, constant when the
feedback loop is closed. (The phase compensation loop is not removing the dynamic
phase modulation because the loop operates differentially and not single-ended).
The phase controlled RF signals are now driving the two Power Amplifier Modules
which amplify the power in three class C stages. The AM modulation is implemented in
the first stage simply by varying the collector voltage originating from the emitter
follower driver in the Feedback Control Module. One Power Amplifier Module is
carrying 90 Hz modulation while the other is carrying 150 Hz modulation each at 20%
modulation depth.
The two main power signal paths are sampled by the AM detector module, the
sampled signals are rectified and filtered (for each modulation) and fed back to the
Feedback Control module for corrective actions described above.
The modulated carriers are now in phase-quadrature due to a 90 degrees delay line in
one signal path, and are ready for entering the combiner hybrid located in the
combiner module. Prior to this quadrature combination another dual signal-
sampler/detector is looking at the two power signals, and in co-operation with the
phase-detector is generating in the phase-correction signal back to the phase detector
in the RF Oscillator module. The combiner hybrid now combines the 90 and 150 Hz
modulated power signals in such a way that both carriers will add together at the SUM

port and the modulation sidebands will be distributed equally in two parts between the
SUM port and DIFF port. Hence, carrier sideband (CSB) and sideband only (SBO) is
generated.
Finally, the CSB and SBO powers are sampled by the last AM Detector module in
order to provide test signals to panel meters.
The Identity Keyer module provides morse-keyed 1020 Hz sine-wave signal to the
Feedback Control module. This modulation is distributed equally to both Power Amp
modules. The rf phase due to modulation is 0 degree, therefore Ident modulations are
routed to the SUM port (CSB) only and cancelled at the SBO port.
8.6.3.2. Localizer Clearance Transmitter Unit:
The Localizer Clearance Transmitter Unit will be identical to that of the Course Transmitter
unit except the absence of the 90/150 Hz Generator Module. The 90/150 Hz signals for
this unit are fed from the Course Transmitter unit.
8.6.3.3 Glide Path Course Transmitter Unit
The Glide Path Course Transmitter Unit consists of the following 9 modules of which 7 are
different:
a. 90/150 Hz Generator PV20396

b. Feedback Control FC549A
c. RF Oscillator OS551A
d. Power Amplifier PA552a (2 nos.)
e. Tripler FT553A
f. AM Detector DT554A (2 pcs)
g. Combiner CB557A
It can be easily seen that 8 of the above 9 modules are the same as that of Localizer
transmitter unit. Figure 67 shows the block diagram of the Glide Path Course
Transmitter unit.
The block diagram explanation of this transmitter is exactly the same as that of the
Localizer transmitter except for the following differences:
i. The second crystal oscillator is operating on one third of the Glide Path channel
frequency (329.15.......335 MHz).
ii. The two Power Amplifier Modules carry 90 Hz modulation and 150 Hz
modulation, each at 40% depth of modulation.
iii. The modulated power signals from the power amplifier modules are processed in
the Tripler Module before going to the AM detector module.

8.6.3.4 Glide Path Clearance Transmitter
The Glide Path Clearance Transmitter Unit contains only 5 modules namely:
a. Feedback Control FC549B
b. RF Oscillator OS551B
c. Power Amplifier PA552B
d. Tripler FT553B
e. AM Detector DT555B
Figure at the Annexure shows the block diagram of the Glide Path Clearance
Transmitter unit. Since there is no requirement of SBO CLR signal, the corresponding
circuits will be absent. The 90/150 Hz signals for this unit are fed from the Course
Transmitter unit. These 90/150 Hz tones are added together in the FC 549 B Module to
form a composite modulation signal. The tone ratio is 20/60 for 90 Hz and 150 Hz depth
respectively.
8.7 BLOCK DIAGRAM OF MONITOR SECTION
The LLZ/GP is equipped with dual monitoring system consisting of two monitor units
called MONITOR 1 and MONITOR 2. Each Monitoring Unit consist of two different
types of monitoring systems. These are:
a. Software Based Monitor (SBM); and

b. Hardware Based Monitor (HBM).
Figure at the Annexure shows the block diagram of the Monitor Section. The HBM acts
like a "fuse". In case the SBMs are not able to detect an ALARM due to any software
problem, the HBM will shut down the equipment without subsequent shift. The overall
monitor integrity figure is based on the HBM. Hence, no software failure can reduce
the over-all monitor integrity.
8.7.1 FUNCTIONS OF MONITOR SECTION
The functions of the SBM and HBM will be discussed in this section.
8.7.1.1 Functions of Software Based Monitor (SBM)
Following are the functions of the SBM:
i. Monitors Radiating Channel

Inputs Course Line, Near Field, Displacement Sensitivity and Clearance
Signals from Monitor Combining Unit and computes DDM, SDM and RF and
then compares these computed values with preset limits.
ii. Gives data to Control Section
In addition to above, it also passes on the computed values to Control Section
as also other data required by the Control Section.
iii. Difference Frequency Monitor

The Normarc ILS being a two frequency system, uses two frequencies for the
carriers of Course and Clearance radiations. We know their frequency
tolerances and the limits of difference in frequency between the two carriers.
The difference frequency is monitored in SBM.
iv. Monitors Power Supplies of other channels
SBM also monitors the power supplies of the other SBM to ensure that the
power supplies do not stay outside limits. This is necessary as it is always
advisable to monitor the power supply of microprocessor based units
independently because in microprocessor atmosphere the load requirements
are not uniform and many problems can arise if power supply develops glitches
and/or outside specification voltage.
8.7.1.2 Functions of Hardware Based Monitor (HBM)
Enabling transmitter signal is in fact, as we shall see a little later, is a set of four
signals in the form of pulses. They are generated in SBM if all is well with the
monitored channel, and are passed on to the transmitter section via the Control
Section to keep the channel radiating. But even before going to the Control
Section it has to pass through the HBM and if in HBM it finds that any of the
monitor inputs of CL, NF, DS and CLR are outside the set limits, as per the
specification of ILS monitoring, then it inhibits further progress of the Enabling
Transmitter signal.
However, there is marked difference between the monitoring of the four signals
CL, NF, DS and CLR by the SBM and HBM. Where as SBM limits are set
inside the tolerances, the limits for HBM are actually are the tolerances
themselves. This ensures that for a channel operating on the edge of tolerance,
the SBM diagonises a particular parameter as having fault even before HBM
actually takes corrective action.
The entire Monitor system described above is duplicated to form two Monitors
1 and 2.
8.8 CONTROL AND DISPLAY SECTION
8.8.1. INTRODUCTION
In this module, the Control and Display section will be discussed.
7.8.2. BLOCK DIAGRAM OF CONTROL AND DISPLAY SECTION
The Control and Display Section comprises the following units:
a. Local Control Unit

b. Change-over Unit
c. Meter Panel Unit
d. Remote Control Unit
Figure at the Annexure shows the block diagram of the Control and Display Section.

8.8.3. FUNCTION OF CONTROL AND DISPLAY SECTION
The control and Display Section has the following different functions which are
completely independent:
 Voting: To decide which transmitter to be on.

 Change-over: To decide which transmitter to be connected to antenna and which
to the dummy.
 System status: To provide information about the system status and system
switches in the form of visual indications.
 Display: For displaying all parameter values in LCD display as well as to provide
their analogue representation in analogue meters.
 Remote control: For receiving and sending messages from the remote control
unit and thus making it possible to operate and monitor the LLz/GP equipment
from the remote.
8.8.3.1 Functional description of Control and Display Section
Control and Display Section can be functionally described by the following four
different operations namely:
 Local switching
 Remote switching
 Key board & display
 Control action
Each of these operations are briefly described in the following paragraphs.
a. Local switching
LLZ / GP equipment rack can be operated locally from the membrane switches
mounted on the front panel of the local control unit. When a switch is pressed logic
goes to the monitor I/II through cable 8/9 where it causes each monitor (SBM) to
generate pulse train (from KI649). This pulse train is routed to HBM, before it finally
reaches to the voting gate. Voting card decides which Tx(s) is to be ON. Accordingly
voting card extends the Tx ON/OFF control signal (+ 12V supply) through cable 11 to
the respective Tx(s) for switching ON. Simultaneously, voting card also sends a "Coax
control" signal through cable 2/3 to the coaxial relays in the changeover unit, which
connects the operating Tx(s) output signals to the antenna.
b. Remote switching
LLZ / GP equipment rack can also be operated from a remote place through remote
control unit (RCU). The remote control system uses digital multiplexing of channels. It
uses two pairs of 600 ohm line, designed for full duplex operation, between ILS cabinet
and the remote control unit.
One pair of lines (L1) carry the following status information from the ILS site to the
RCU:
i. NORMAL ii. STANDBY iii. ALARM iv. WARNING

The other pair of lines (L2) is used to communicate the following commands from the
RCU to the ILS site:
i. ON/OFF ii. Change Over iii. Interlock
The 'Interlock' switch is installed in the ATC tower. When two ILS systems are installed
and used for reciprocal directions of the same runway, the interlock switch enables
only one ILS system to be switched on.
Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) modulation is used for the transmission of data between
the RCU and ILS cabinet. The frequency deviations are + 100Hz for Space and -100
Hz for Mark. The transmitting frequency from ILS cabinet to RCU is 1750 Hz while that
from RCU to ILS cabinet is 1080 Hz. The modulation rate is 150 bits per second and
the system will work satisfactorily up to -14 dBm on the lines.
The control signal may be originated from FSK Rx/Tx module installed in the
equipment room or from the slave panel kept in tower room. This control signal is FSK
modulated and sent serially to the equipment site on two-wire line. FSK Rx at site
demodulates it before the UART converts it into a parallel format, which goes to
monitor I/II through cable 8/9, where it causes each monitor (SBM) to generate a pulse
train (from KI649). This pulse train is routed to HBM, before it finally reaches to the
voting gate. Voting card then acts in the same way as explained above to provide the
operating Tx(s) output signals to the antenna.
c. Keyboard and display
The only purpose of key board and display is to present the relevant information to the
user. If this unit fails, the ILS is still fully operative.
CPU of the local control unit continuously communicates with the CPU of the monitors
via serial inter phase (SIP) bus. Each monitor is sending a complete message
approximately 6 times per sec. these messages contain all information about the
various parameters. In other words, the CPU in local control unit continuously updates
all the parameters values. From the key board, the user selects which parameter to be
displayed. The keyboard/display interface card scans which push button (row &
column) has been activated and sends the information regarding the scanned key to
the CPU on data bus. CPU now finds out the relevant information from the information
it has updated from monitor I/II and displays on the LCD display through the
keyboard/display interface card. It is also this CPU that handles the RS232
communication. By connecting a Heyes compatible modem to the CPU, all parameter
values and status information can be transferred to a distant computer.
The keyboard/ display interface card also converts the digital parameter value currently
being displayed on LCD into its analogue value for analogue representation in the meter
panel.
d. Control Action
As mentioned earlier, the CPU of local control unit continuously communicates with the
CPU of each of the monitors and updates the monitored parameter values approximately
6 times/sec. CPU of monitor reads the measured values for 90 Hz, 150 Hz modulation
depth, RF levels, alarm limits etc. and calculates DDM, SDM and communicates to CPU
of control unit. CPU of control unit then determines, if there is an alarm and which
transmitter is to be ON etc.

When CPU finds out that a transmitter is to be ON due to alarms in the operating
transmitter or otherwise, it generates a pulse train in each of the monitors from KI649. This
pulse train is routed to HBM before it finally reaches to the voting card. Voting card then
acts in the same way as explained earlier to provide the standby Tx(s) output signals to
the antennas.

CHAPTER 09 NM 7000 SERIES ILS
CHAPTER 09
NM 7000 SERIES ILS
PART I - INTRODUCTION
9.0 General Information
This paragraph gives a description of a typical ILS installation and the Normarc Glide
path system .Conventions and abbreviations used in this manual are also given.
9.1 Introduction
This is an overview of Normarc's NM703X ILS glide path systems.
9.1.1 ILS Overview
A complete Instrument Landing System comprises:
 A LOCALIZER SYSTEM, producing a radio course to furnish lateral guidance

to the airport runway.
 A GLIDE PATH SYSTEM, producing a radio course to furnish vertical guidance
down the correct descent angle to the runway.
 MARKER BEACONS, to provide accurate radio fixes along the approach
course.
The layout of a typical ILS airport installation is shown below.
Figure 64 Typical ILS installation
9.1.2 Glidepath Overview
The complete ILS Glide path system comprises:
 A GP transmitter/monitor cabinet
 An antenna distribution network
 A monitor network
 A GP antenna array
 Near-field monitor antenna

A block diagram is shown below:
FIG.65
9.1.3 Glidepath Description
To shape the glide path signal, ground plane reflection from an area in front of the
antenna array is necessary. The specific requirements to the area are given in the
antenna handbook.
The glide path site may be located on either side of the runway, but the most reliable
operation will be obtained if the site is selected on terrain least obstructed by taxiways,
aircraft holding aprons, parking ramps, buildings, power lines etc. The site should offer
the widest area of smooth ground with possibilities of leveling without excessive
physical or economical effort, if indeed leveling is deemed necessary.
The glide path antenna system should be located at a distance of 75-200 m from the
runway center line. The distance from the runway threshold is a function of several
factors upon which establishment of the optimum operational conditions depend.
These factors are:
1. The glide path angle.

2 Threshold crossing height requirements.
3. Obstruction clearance requirements
4 The slope of the terrain in front of the antenna system.
5. The extent of smooth terrain in the site area and beyond the threshold.

Figure 66. NM 7034 Module Location – Front view.
9.2 System description
This chapter gives a functional overview of the NM70xx ILS systems.
9.2.1 Overview
The complete ILS electronic system is housed in a compact, wall mounted cabinet.
The cabinet and the electronics, except for RF units, are common to the LLZ and GP
systems.

Fig.67
The ILS cabinets can be configured for Cat I, Cat II, or Cat III requirements with no
basic changes.
Eight models are available:
NM 7011 Single frequency LLZ

NM 7012 Single frequency LLZ with hot standby monitoring (Cat III)
NM 7013 Two frequency LLZ
NM 7014 Two frequency LLZ with hot standby monitoring (Cat III)
NM 7031 Single frequency GP
NM 7032 Single frequency GP with hot standby monitoring (Cat III)
NM 7033 Two frequency GP
NM 7034 Two frequency GP with hot standby monitoring (Cat III)
The system is based on modern technology with extensive Remote Monitoring and
Maintenance capabilities, and very high reliability and integrity. To meet this objective,
the monitor comparator and station control are based on digital hardware, while the
RMS interface is microprocessor based.
9.2.2 Physical Description
The cabinet contains three sections:
 The electronics card cage

 The change-over section
 The transmitter / PA section
The electronics card cage contains the RF oscillators, the LF signal generators, the
monitors, the station control, the RMS processor, and the voltage regulators.
The change-over section contains coaxial relays, attenuators and phasers for the RF
outputs.
The transmitter / PA section contains the PA blocks including couplers etc. for each
output.

The cabinet is divided in two parts, with the rear part fixed to a wall, and the front part
hinged to give access to interior of the cabinet.
All external connections are made to the rear part of the cabinet.
9.2.3 Monitors
The ILS has duplicated monitors with inputs for Course Line (CL), Displacement
Sensitivity (DS), Near Field (NF), and Clearance (CLR) (Dual Freq. only). The signals
are detected by the input stage, and then digitized. In the next block they are filtered
by a Fast Fourier Transform performed by a signal processor. The results for each
parameter is then compared with stored limits in a digital hardware comparator. Each
of the two monitors consists of two modules. For Cat III use, Hot Standby monitoring
can be added by using one additional monitor and associated RF couplers and
combiners. The design of the monitors ensures a very high integrity due to the use of
digital hardware for the alarm comparators and a very simple Fast Fourier filtering with
a signal processor. In addition, the monitor is checked by automatic self-tests. The
alarm limits are stored locally in EEPROM, and can be updated from the RMS
processor, with a separate hardware write protection to ensure that the integrity is not
affected by the RMS system.
9.2.4 Transmitters / Modulators
The transmitters are duplicated, either single frequency or dual frequency. Each
transmitter consists of a RF oscillator, a LF generator, and one or two PA blocks
(single or dual frequency). The RF oscillator uses a synthesizer for easy frequency
changes and simple logistics. The oscillator has two outputs for use in dual frequency
systems. The LF generator contains the generators for 90Hz, 150Hz and 1020Hz
signals, the ident keyer / sequencer and interface for DME master or slave keying. All
signals are generated by division from a common clock oscillator, ensuring very stable
phase relations between the modulation signals. The modulation balance, modulation
sum, RF level and Ident morse code are set in this module by means of multiplying
digital to analog converters. The values are stored locally in EEPROM and can be
updated from the RMS processor with hardware write protection. The same LF
generator is used for single and dual frequency systems.
9.2.5 TX Control
The TX control unit controls the system dependent on alarms from the monitors and
inputs from the local control, the remote control and, optionally, the RMS. It also
generates status information to the same units. The local control and status indicators
are a part of the TX control unit. All functions in the TX Control are based on digital
hardware to ensure the highest integrity.
9.2.6 Remote Monitoring (RMS) Unit
The RMS unit contains the system microprocessor. It handles storage and read-out of
monitor parameters, measurements for maintenance and fault finding, and performs
fault analysis to isolate faults to line replaceable modules. It is also used to set monitor
limits and transmitter adjustments. The RMM handles communication to local and
remote RMS computers, and in addition it handles a small display and keyboard for
parameter setting and readout.

9.2.7 Remote Control Unit
The remote control unit is used in the tower or in the technical control room. It has
indicators for operating status as well as detailed warnings and an aural alarm device
with reset. It can control equipment on/off and change-over, and has an Access Grant-
switch to allow remote control from the RMS.
The Remote Control Unit is connected to the ILS by one telephone pair cable.
9.2.8 Remote Slave Panel
The slave panel is connected to the remote control by a multi-pair wire. It is intended
for use in the control tower. It has indicators for normal / warning / alarm and has an
aural alarm device, in addition it can turn the equipment on and off, and has an aural
alarm reset. Optionally a slave panel with remote control functionality can be delivered.
9.2.9 Remote Maintenance Monitoring (RMM)
The NM7000 series has a built-in Remote Maintenance Monitoring system. This
system consists of the RMS, remote PC terminals with the RMM program installed,
and the local keyboard/ display.

PART II – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
9.3 Technical Specifications
NM 7034 Dual-Frequency Glidepath Cabinet with hot standby monitoring.
9.3.1 Signal Minimum Performance GP
Transmitter
Frequency range 328.6-335.4 MHz

Frequency tolerance ± 0.002%
Output power (CSB + SBO) Course 3-7 W adjustable
Output power (CSB) Clearance 0.3-1 W adjustable
Harmonic radiation 2.5 µW maximum
RF difference frequency (2-freq. only) 15 kHz + 5 kHz
Spurious 25 µW maximum
Output power stability ± 0.2 dB
CSB/SBO stability ± 0.3 dB
Modulator - Course line
Modulation depth 90/150 Hz 40%

adjustable range 10 - 44%
SDM stability ± 0.8% SDM
DDM stability ± 0.2% DDM
Frequency tolerance ± 0.05 Hz
Total harmonic dist. (90/150 Hz) 1% maximum
Phase locking (90 Hz to 150 Hz) 5° maximum ref 150 Hz
SBO phaser adjustment range ± 30°
Modulator - Clearance
Modulation depth 80%

90 Hz component 20%
150 Hz component 60%
Adjustable range DDM 20 - 100% 150 Hz dominance
Adjustable range SDM 20 - 90%
Stability ± 0.2 dB
Frequency tolerance ± 0.05 Hz
Total harmonic dist. (90/150 Hz) 1% maximum
Phase locking (90 Hz to 150 Hz) 5° maximum ref 150 Hz
Monitoring
Alarm Functions Adjustable Range (*)

RF power reduction 1 - 5 dB
Change of nominal CL ± 10 - 60 µA
Change of nominal DS from nominal ± 10 - 60 µA
value
Change of nominal CLR (2-freq only) ± 10 - 60 µA
Change of nominal NF ± 10 - 60 µA
Change of nominal SDM ± 2 - 8% SDM
Difference frequency (2-freq. only) 2 - 5 kHz

Total period of radiation out of tolerance 1 - 6 sec.

Additional NF time delay 0 - 20 sec.
Line break, ILS - Remote Control (disable optional)
(*) asymmetrical limits are possible.
Monitor input levels:
Adjustment range, nominal level - 5 to –34 dBm

AGC range for less than 1% 5 dB
change in SDM
Monitor stability at nominal levels:

RF power values ± 0.3 dB
DDM values ± 1 µA
SDM values ± 1% SDM
Warning Functions:
RF power reduction 40 - 75% of Alarm limit

Change of nominal CL 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Change of nominal DS 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Change of nominal CLR 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Change of nominal NF 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Change of SDM 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Difference frequency 40 - 75% of Alarm limit
Mains failure
Standby TX failure
Remote Control
Data Transmission Medium 2-wire line, 600 ohm
Data modulation serial, FSK
Transmitter level -10dBm ± 2 dB
Receiver dynamic range -10dBm to -34dBm
9.3.2 Environmental Characteristic
Operating temperature - 10 to + 55 °C
Storage temperature - 30 to + 60 °C
9.3.3 Mechanical Characteristics
Dimensions: (H x W x D)
ILS Rack: 1020x600x500 mm
Remote control: 129x71x170 mm
Slave panels: 129x41x170 mm
The ILS rack is wall mounted. The remote control and slave panels fit a standard 3U
(132mm) high 19" subrack.

9.3.4 Power Supply
External supply:
Input voltage: 230V +15%/ -20%, 45-65 Hz or
120V +15%/ -20%, 45-65 Hz
Output voltage: 27.6V
Output current: 20A max
ILS cabinet
Input voltage 22 - 28V DC
Current consumption: 8A – 14A depending on configuration
Stand-by Battery 24V DC nominal, 85 Ah-110Ah valve
regulated lead-acid battery recommended

PART III DESCRIPTION
9.4 Functional Description
9.4.1 Introduction
The NM 7000-series Instrument Landing System is a fourth generation system

featuring extensive remote maintenance and monitoring features and systematic use
of modern electronic components and processors.
Careful analysis has guided the partitioning of the system into analog hardware, digital
hardware and software to meet the reliability and integrity objectives as well as easy
maintenance and low cost of ownership.
In the monitor, comparison between monitor measurements and stored monitor limits
is performed by digital hardware. Thus safety critical software is avoided in those
functions. The filtering functions are performed by a dedicated signal processor
running a FFT algorithm, with the signals sampled after base-band detection.
The transmitter/modulator uses a synthesizer as a RF source. In two-frequency

systems a common reference crystal is used, avoiding drift in difference frequency.
The LF and ident frequencies and ident keying are generated by digital hardware,
while the level setting and modulation control are performed by digitally controlled
analog feedback loops.
Local and remote control, and change-over and shut-down functions are performed by
digital hardware.
Software is used for the remote maintenance and monitoring functions, including alarm
and parameter storage, diagnostic functions, transmitter adjustments and change of
monitor limits.
Appropriate hardware protection is used to avoid that the software becomes safety
critical.
Technology:
Most of the modules in the NM 7000-series ILS are based on surface mount
components on multi-layer boards. This reduces the number of modules, and gives
very good EMC/EMI performance. Most of the digital hardware is contained in field
programmable gate arrays (FPGA), giving very high reliability. The processors used
are well proven Texas and Intel types. In the RF stages, modern RF power FET
transistors are used.

Figure 68 ILS Block Diagram
9.4.2 Transmitter
The transmitter section generates the ILS signal with the required RF power levels and
modulations levels. The section comprises two identical transmitters, TX 1 and TX 2,
where one is connected to the antenna, while the other is connected to dummy loads,
acting as a back-up.
The reference signals in the transmitter section are RF signals from the oscillator
OS1221B and LF modulation signals (90Hz and 150Hz) from the low frequency
generator LF1223A.System DC voltages comes from the Power Supply board
PS1227.
In each transmitter, the RF oscillator has separate outputs for Course and Clearance.
These two channels are offset by 10 kHz. The LF Generator also has independent
outputs for Course and Clearance.
The GPA 1231A Glidepath Course Power Amplifier Assembly contains modules to
modulate, amplify and combine signals into the required CSB and SBO signals.
Amplitude- and RF phase feedback ensures correct RF power level and modulation.
The Clearance transmitters GPA1232A generate only CSB signals, and only amplitude
feedback is therefore incorporated.
The COA 1207A/C Change Over section has relays to connect the CSB and SBO
outputs from one transmitter to the antenna while the other is connected to dummy
loads. The relays are controlled by a Coax-control signal. SBO phase shifters and
attenuators are incorporated for obtaining the correct CSB/SBO relationship.
The block diagram is shown on the next page.

Figure 69. System block diagram of a 2 – Frequency GP transmitter

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CHAPTER 01 INTRODUCTION TO ILS

1.1 NAVIGATIONAL AIDS :

The methods of navigation can be divided into four categories:

b. Astronomical navigation: This is accomplished by measuring the angular

c. Dead reckoning: The term 'Dead Reckoning' abbreviated as `DR' stands

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its nose is pointing. Hence the ground position of an aircraft is

d. Radio Navigation: This method is based on the use of Radio

CLASSIFICATION OF RADIO NAVIGATIONAL AIDS :

Radio navigational Aids can he classified in different ways. The classification

a. Long Range Navigational Aids: Some of the aids operating world-wide

b. Medium Range Navigational Aids: NDB (non directional beacon) falls in

Factors affecting coverage of medium range navigational aids.

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The inter-relationship between Transmitted Power, Frequency and Range of

Short Range Aids:

NAME OF THE SYSTEM FREQUENCY POWER RANGE

VOR Terminal VOR 108 – 112 MHz 13 25

Localizer ILS 108 – 112 MHz 10 25

Glide Path ILS 328 – 336 MHz 10 10

DME ILS - DME 960 – 1215 MHz 100 25

Medium Range Aids:

NAME OF SYSTEM FREQUENCY POWER RANGE

VOR Homing & En- 112 – 118 MHz 100 200

Inter relationship in terms of Frequency, Power, Range and system

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1.2 EVOLUTION OF LANDING AIDS :

Future Navigation System:

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Satellite based navigation....

• Aircraft use signals from a minimum of 4 satellites to calculate their position

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Precision approach aids.…

There are two approach methods available under CNS/ATM.

1. You can enhance the accuracy of GPS so it can be used for

This is likely to be overtaken by improvements in satellite systems.

1.3 Purpose and use of ILS:

1.4 COMPONENTS OF ILS:

This information is summarized in the following table.

ILS Parameter ILS Component

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The localizer unit consists of an equipment building, the transmitter

Glide Path Unit :

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Figure 2. shows the typical locations of ILS components

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Distance Measuring Equipment (DME):

The ILS should be supplemented by sources of guidance information which will

Aircraft ILS Component :

FUNCTIONS OF ILS COMPONENTS :

A brief description of each of the ILS components is given in this section.

Function of Localizer unit :

Function of Glide Path unit :

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Function of marker Beacon / DME :

1.5 Different models used in AAI:

Different models of ILS used in AAI are as follows:

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1.6 CONTROL AND INDICATIONS IN AIRBORNE RECEIVER :