C1 noun Formal

comnavion

/ˌkɒm.næv.iˈɒn/

A comnavion is a specialized aviation electronic system that integrates communication radio and navigation instruments into a unified hardware unit. It allows pilots to manage voice communication with air traffic control and track radio-based navigation signals simultaneously.

Exemplos

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1

The pilot adjusted the comnavion to the correct frequency for the approach tower.

The pilot adjusted the comnavion to the correct frequency for the approach tower.

2

Standard safety regulations require the installation of redundant comnavion systems in commercial aircraft.

Standard safety regulations require the installation of redundant comnavion systems in commercial aircraft.

3

If the comnavion goes out, we'll have to rely on visual flight rules and our backup handheld radio.

If the comnavion goes out, we'll have to rely on visual flight rules and our backup handheld radio.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
comnavion
Adjetivo
comnavionic
Relacionado
avionics
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Dica de memorização

Remember the portmanteau: COM (Communication) + NAV (Navigation) + ION (from Avionics).

Quiz rápido

Before takeoff, the technician verified that the ________ was receiving signals from both the radio tower and the satellite beacons.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Exemplos

1

The pilot adjusted the comnavion to the correct frequency for the approach tower.

everyday

The pilot adjusted the comnavion to the correct frequency for the approach tower.

2

Standard safety regulations require the installation of redundant comnavion systems in commercial aircraft.

formal

Standard safety regulations require the installation of redundant comnavion systems in commercial aircraft.

3

If the comnavion goes out, we'll have to rely on visual flight rules and our backup handheld radio.

informal

If the comnavion goes out, we'll have to rely on visual flight rules and our backup handheld radio.

4

The paper analyzes the integration of digital signal processing within modern comnavion architectures.

academic

The paper analyzes the integration of digital signal processing within modern comnavion architectures.

5

Our quarterly report shows a significant increase in demand for modular comnavion upgrades.

business

Our quarterly report shows a significant increase in demand for modular comnavion upgrades.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
comnavion
Adjetivo
comnavionic
Relacionado
avionics

Colocações comuns

comnavion suite comnavion suite
integrated comnavion integrated comnavion
faulty comnavion faulty comnavion
comnavion interface comnavion interface
redundant comnavion redundant comnavion

Frases Comuns

lost comnavion

lost comnavion

calibrate the comnavion

calibrate the comnavion

primary comnavion

primary comnavion

Frequentemente confundido com

comnavion vs avionics

Avionics is the broad category for all aircraft electronics, while comnavion specifically refers to the communication and navigation unit.

comnavion vs navigation

Navigation is the process or act of finding one's way, whereas comnavion is the physical piece of equipment used to assist in that process.

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Notas de uso

This term is highly technical and specific to the aerospace industry; it is rarely used outside of pilot training, aviation engineering, or maintenance manuals.

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Erros comuns

Learners often mistakenly use 'comnavion' to refer only to a GPS system, but it must include communication (radio) capabilities as well.

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Dica de memorização

Remember the portmanteau: COM (Communication) + NAV (Navigation) + ION (from Avionics).

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Origem da palavra

A modern technical portmanteau combining 'communication,' 'navigation,' and the suffix from 'avionics' (derived from the French word 'avion').

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun (plural: comnavions) Often used as a modifier (e.g., comnavion display, comnavion system)
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Contexto cultural

Crucial in the context of international aviation standards (ICAO) where precise terminology is required for safety and clear communication.

Quiz rápido

Before takeoff, the technician verified that the ________ was receiving signals from both the radio tower and the satellite beacons.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: a

Palavras relacionadas

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

at

A1

A preposition used to indicate a specific point, location, or position in space. It is also used to specify a particular point in time or a certain state or activity.

but

A1

A coordinating conjunction used to connect two statements that contrast with each other. It is used to introduce an added statement that is different from what has already been mentioned.

his

A1

This word is used to show that something belongs to or is associated with a male person or animal previously mentioned. It functions as both a possessive determiner used before a noun and a possessive pronoun used on its own.

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