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PA.VI.A.K5bFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

b. Wind correction angle

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Plotting a course, including: b. Wind correction angle

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The wind correction angle is expressed in degrees right or left of the true course. If the wind is from the left, the correction is made by pointing the aircraft to the left a certain number of degrees.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 16 (p. 16-9) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. AFH Glossary (p. G-18) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. PHAK ch. 16 (pp. 16-13–16-14) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
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