How many degrees do VORs emit in every direction?

How many degrees do VORs emit in every direction?

• A. 360 degrees in every direction
• B. 180 degrees
• C. 90 degrees in every direction
• D. 270 degrees

Answer: (A)

VORs are omnidirectional transmitters, meaning they broadcast a signal in all directions around the station. This creates 360 degrees of coverage, so there are radials for every degree of the compass from 0 to 360. When you tune a VOR and select a course, your receiver reads your position relative to the station by comparing the reference signal with the variable signal, giving you a bearing from the station. That full 360-degree coverage is what lets you determine any radial you’re on and fly to or from the station accordingly. The other options imply partial coverage, which isn’t how a VOR operates.

VORs are omnidirectional transmitters, meaning they broadcast a signal in all directions around the station. This creates 360 degrees of coverage, so there are radials for every degree of the compass from 0 to 360. When you tune a VOR and select a course, your receiver reads your position relative to the station by comparing the reference signal with the variable signal, giving you a bearing from the station. That full 360-degree coverage is what lets you determine any radial you’re on and fly to or from the station accordingly. The other options imply partial coverage, which isn’t how a VOR operates.