On a GPS approach, you may continue to the missed approach point when GPS APPR appears at the bottom of the NAV source info block on the PFD.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only if the autopilot is engaged
• D. Only if the flight director is active

Answer: (A)

On a GPS approach, when GPS APPR appears in the NAV source block on the PFD, that indicates the GPS is in approach mode and providing the published approach guidance to the Missed Approach Point. This annunciation confirms you’re cleared to navigate toward the MAPt using the GPS guidance, and you may continue to the Missed Approach Point if landing isn’t continued. The MAPt is the point at which you must decide to land or execute the missed approach, and having GPS APPR active means the system is ready to guide you to that point. The ability to reach the MAPt does not require the autopilot or the flight director to be engaged; those controls may be used, but they are not prerequisites for proceeding to the MAPt.