Navigation
060Finding your way by map, clock and compass: the shape of the Earth, charts and projections, direction and the magnetic compass, the triangle of velocities, the flight computer, route planning and en-route technique, then the radio aids that back it all up. Built from first principles for VFR flying in UK airspace.
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Study guide
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Why navigate, and dead reckoning from first principles
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The Earth: shape, position and distance
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Aeronautical charts and projections
◆ Chart Scale Ruler4
Direction: true, magnetic and compass
◆ True / Magnetic / Compass Converter5
The magnetic compass and its errors
◆ Compass Turning & Acceleration Errors6
Time: UTC, local time and daylight
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Airspeed and altitude for navigation
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The triangle of velocities
◆ Triangle of Velocities9
The CRP-1 flight computer
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Route planning, safety altitude and fuel
◆ Cruising Level Selector11
En-route navigation technique
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Off-track corrections and the 1-in-60 rule
◆ 1-in-60 Rule Calculator13
Diversions
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Radio navigation: principles, radar and GPS
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The VOR and DME
◆ VOR Orientation Trainer16
The NDB, ADF and VDF
◆ ADF / RBI Bearing Trainer17
Common exam traps
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Quick reference card