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'''HSI''', horizontal situation indicator MFD mode, is used to navigate and align with a runway at a spaceport, and to follow the proper glideslope for landing, or to align with a VOR transmitter to achieve a desired heading relative to the VOR. HSI is similar to aircraft instrument navigation systems.
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HSI consists of two displays, left and right. Each can be slaved to a COMNAV frequency, NAV 1, 2, 3, or 4. The display consists of a gyro-compass indicating the vessel heading at the 12 o'clock (top center) position. In center is a yellow arrow which is the ''Omni Bearing Selector (OBS)'' or ''course arrow''.

Revision as of 13:19, 8 December 2024

HSI, horizontal situation indicator MFD mode, is used to navigate and align with a runway at a spaceport, and to follow the proper glideslope for landing, or to align with a VOR transmitter to achieve a desired heading relative to the VOR. HSI is similar to aircraft instrument navigation systems.

Screenshot of HSI MFD mode

HSI consists of two displays, left and right. Each can be slaved to a COMNAV frequency, NAV 1, 2, 3, or 4. The display consists of a gyro-compass indicating the vessel heading at the 12 o'clock (top center) position. In center is a yellow arrow which is the Omni Bearing Selector (OBS) or course arrow.