FAA Ground School Complete Practice Test 2025

During a loss of GPS signal, reverting to traditional navigation methods is the most prudent action for a pilot. This approach involves using established navigation techniques such as pilotage, dead reckoning, and radio navigation aids (like VORs and NDBs) to ensure that the aircraft remains on course and can safely navigate to its destination.

Traditional navigation methods have been used for decades and are crucial backup systems when modern technology fails. These methods rely on visual references, chart reading, and calculations based on known headings and ground speeds, which can provide situational awareness and a safe path of travel despite the loss of GPS data.

Increasing altitude, using autopilot, or simply maintaining the current course may not adequately address the issue of navigation without GPS. Without a clear understanding of the aircraft's position, simply maintaining the current course could lead to a hazardous situation, while increasing altitude or relying on autopilot does not substitute for the critical need to navigate effectively.