https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim_html/chap1_section_2.html
Section 2. Performance-Based Navigation ( PBN) and Area Navigation ( RNAV) Introduction to PBN. As air travel has evolved, methods of navigation have improved to give operators more flexibility. PBN exists under the umbrella of area navigation ( RNAV ). The term RNAV in this context, as in procedure titles, just means "area navigation

https://skybrary.aero/articles/performance-based-navigation-pbn
Description PBN aims to ensure global standardisation of RNAV and RNP specifications and to limit the proliferation of navigation specifications in use world-wide. It is a new concept based on the use of Area Navigation (RNAV) systems. Significantly, it is a move from a limited statement of required performance accuracy to the following: The ICAO PBN Manual (Doc 9613) definition is: Area

https://www.icao.int/sam/documents/2009/samig3/pbn%20manual%20-%20doc%209613%20final%205%2010%2008%20with%20bookmarks1.pdf
The PBN concept represents a shift from sensor-based to performance-based navigation. Performance requirements are identified in navigation specifications, which also identify the choice of navigation sensors and equipment that may be used to meet the performance requirements. These navigation specifications are defined at

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Performance-based_navigation
ICAO performance-based navigation ( PBN) specifies that aircraft required navigation performance (RNP) and area navigation (RNAV) systems performance requirements be defined in terms of accuracy, integrity, availability, continuity, and functionality required for the proposed operations in the context of a particular airspace, when supported by

https://www.icao.int/safety/pbn/Pages/default.aspx
Performance-based Navigation ( PBN) is helping the global aviation community reduce aviation congestion, conserve fuel, protect the environment, reduce the impact of aircraft noise and maintain reliable, all-weather operations, even at the most challenging airports. It provides operators with greater flexibility and better operating returns

https://www.icao.int/safety/pbn/pages/overview.aspx
Introduction. Performance-based Navigation (PBN) defines performance requirements for aircraft navigating on an ATS route, terminal procedure or in a designated airspace. It is ICAO's effort and objective to redefine the regional differences of various Area Navigation (RNAV) and Required Navigation Performance (RNP) specifications into a globally harmonized set of PBN applications.

https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aip_html/part2_enr_section_1.17.html
Introduction to PBN. As air travel has evolved, methods of navigation have improved to give operators more flexibility. PBN exists under the umbrella of area navigation ( RNAV ). The term RNAV in this context, as in procedure titles, just means "area navigation," regardless of the equipment capability of the aircraft. (See FIG ENR 1.17-1 .)

https://icao.usmission.gov/fact-sheet-nextgen-and-performance-based-navigation/
There are four types of PBN procedures: RNAV Standard Instrument Departure (SID), RNAV Standard Terminal Arrival (STAR), Required Navigation Performance (RNP) approach procedures, and RNAV Routes. These procedures reduce the risk of communication errors for pilots and controllers and take advantage of the aircraft's onboard navigation system.

https://www.easa.europa.eu/community/system/files/2021-03/PBN%20Guide.pdf
PBN: area navigation based on performance requirements for aircraft operating along an ATS route, on an instrument approach procedure or in a designated airspace. This means four things are needed to utilise PBN: 1. The aircraft needs to be PBN approved - [965/2012: CAT.IDE.A.345 (for NCO, NCC, SPO similar rules)] 2.

https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/afx/afs/afs400/afs410/pbn
RNAV enables aircraft to fly on any desired flight path within the coverage of ground or space based navigation aids, within the limits of the capability of the self-contained systems, or a combination of both capabilities. RNP is RNAV with the addition of onboard performance monitoring and alerting capability.

https://skybrary.aero/sites/default/files/bookshelf/2991.pdf
The PBN concept represents a shift from sensor-based to performance-based navigation. Performance requirements are identified in navigation specifications, which also identify the choice of navigation sensors and equipment that may be used to meet the performance requirements. These navigation specifications are defined at

https://pilotswhoaskwhy.com/2021/01/10/pbn-what-why-and-how/
So let's zoom out and look at what PBN actually is. We'll cut it all down to just 1 sentence: PBN is area navigation (RNAV) based on specific performance requirements for aircraft flying on a route or approach, or inside controlled airspace. So basically, to keep things simple: PBN = RNAV + SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS.

https://www.icao.int/safety/pbn/Miscellaneous%20Items/PBN%20FAQs.pdf
Performance-based Navigation (PBN), in simple terms, redefines the aircraft's required navigation capability from sensor (equipment) based to performance based. The foundation for Performance Based Navigation is area navigation or RNAV. RNAV is a method of navigation which permits aircraft operation on any desired flight path

https://www.easa.europa.eu/community/topics/performance-based-navigation
Navigation performance around the world uses different terminology so it was also agreed to convert to a single, standard terminology which is all based on the term PBN. PBN: area navigation based on performance requirements for aircraft operating along an ATS route, on an instrument approach procedure or in a designated airspace.

https://www.aeroclass.org/performance-based-navigation/
Performance based navigation (PBN) exists under the definition of area navigation or RNAV, but in this context, RNAV simply means 'area navigation'. Area navigation is a concept which does not require an airplane to be heading directly to or from a radio navigation station/beacon on any desired flight path, meanwhile PBN instructs the

https://www.eurocontrol.int/sites/default/files/2019-06/2013-introducing-pbn-a-rnp.pdf
n The navaid infrastructure refers to ground- and space-based navigation aids (except the Non Directional Beacon (NDB), which is excluded from use in PBN)1. n The navigation specification is a technical and operational specification that identifies the navigation performance and functionality required of the RNAV system 2. It also identi-

https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/flight_info/aeronav/procedures/reports/media/PBN_NAS_NAV_Strategy.pdf
a framework for moving forward. This updated PBN NAS Navigation Strategy - 2016 provides. a compelling view of the future by building upon past PBN accomplishments and provides the context for defining and refining implementation plans and resource requirements necessary to fully transition to a PBN-centric NAS.

https://www.eurocontrol.int/concept/performance-based-navigation
Performance-based navigation (PBN) implementation in Europe is a key enabler for increasing efficiency, reducing environmental impact, increasing capacity, and improving airport access. These improvements will help us achieve performance targets and meet operational needs in European airspace, as well as achieving global interoperability for

https://www.icao.int/APAC/APAC-RSO/Pages/PBN.aspx
Performance Based Navigation (PBN) What is PBN? PBN defines performance requirements for aircraft navigating on an ATS route, on a terminal or on an approach procedure. Those routes and procedures are composed of way-points which are expressed by WGS 84 coordinates rather than fixes expressed by radial/bearing and distance from ground

https://www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/airspace/communication-navigation-and-surveillance/performance-based-navigation/performance-based-navigation/
One of the major aims of the Airspace Modernisation Strategy (AMS) is to optimise future airspace designs to take account of modern aircraft performance and functional capabilities - saving time and fuel and reducing emissions. Key to achieving this is through the application of Performance-based Navigation (PBN).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOmyNC8hvOk
Watch our latest video on the PBN operations. Flight test, training and airline pilots give their opinion on the great advantages brought by the PBN operatio

https://www.icao.int/APAC/APAC-RSO/PBN%20Workshop%20for%20Air%20Traffic%20Controllers/FAA%20Overview%20on%20PBN.pdf
Performance Based Navigation (PBN) • Navigation based on specified system performance requirements for aircraft operating on an air traffic route, instrument approach procedure, or in a designated airspace. • Potential for aircraft to demonstrate requirements compliance through a mix of capabilities, rather than only specific equipment.

https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/community_engagement/dashboard/
The Performance Based Navigation ( PBN) Dashboard provides implementation and usage statistics for all major airports in the National Airspace System with published PBN procedures. The data is captured on a periodic basis and displayed in an easy to interpret format for interested parties. Select an Airport: Last Full Month: December 2023, Last