Geography Reference
In-Depth Information
products for the CZAF. In the research we have also focused on the applicability
and use of a smart legend for the CZAF.
Background and Relevance
Following are described and explained concepts and contexts used in the question-
naire and its evaluation.
Geographic Service of the Czech Army
The Geographic Service of the Czech Army is a part of the MGHO Dobruˇka.
The origin of the Service is associated with the creation of the independent
Czechoslovak Republic. In 1918, a department within the Ministry of National
Defence was created. The department was responsible for topographic services of
national defence. Thanks to its long history, the Service has much experience and
expertise. It is also a member of the NATO
s Partnership for Peace program.
Among other things, the JOG map issued by the Geographic Service won the
Map of the Year award in 2002.
The Geographic Service provides high quality NATO certified aeronautical
charts for the Czech Air Force. Maps are updated annually and on demand. The
aeronautical charts issued and distributed by the MGHO are:
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JOINT OPERATIONS GRAPHIC 1:250,000 SERIES 1501—AIR (JOG
1:250,000)
The map is designed for unified planning and control of the joint land and air
operations of the NATO forces.
TRANSIT FLYING CHART (LOW LEVEL) 1:250,000 (TFC 250,000)
The map is intended for flight planning, air operations control, and crew pre-flight
preparation. It allows radio and comparative navigation during the flight.
LOW FLYING CHART CZE 1:500,000 (LFC 1:500,000)
The map is intended for flight planning, air operations control, and crew pre-flight
preparation. It allows radio and comparative navigation during the flight. It pro-
vides the information necessary to navigate and maintain a safe course while flying
at low and medium altitudes.
AERONAUTICAL CHART CZECH REPUBLIC 1:500,000 (LOM
ˇ
R
1:500,000)
The map is intended as a basis for flight planning and air traffic control over the
Czech Republic territory, radio, and comparative navigation, as well as orientation
in challenging meteorological conditions and when flying at supersonic speeds.
