14. Navigation Techniques

Question 1

What is the rule of thumb?

Answer 1

One in sixty rule

An angle of 1° will subtend (angle) a distance of 1nm
over a range of 60nm.

Question 2

Altering heading to parallel track

Answer 2

Question 3

Regaining Track any distance ahead

Answer 3

Question 4

Regaining Track an equal distance ahead and
then maintaining Track

Answer 4

Question 5

Flight plan concepts

Answer 5

Route and Altitude selection is considered
together with:
Safety - terrain, met, Danger areas.
Legality - complying with procedures
Feasibility - alt limit, range with load carried
Costs - Route distance, engine performance