The magnetic compass is the only “self-powered”, north-seeking instrument in the panel and you’ll find one in just about every airplane. It’s not a perfect instrument though and has some inherent errors due to its design and construction. This week’s tip takes a look at when you’re most likely to experience these errors and how to compensate for them should you ever need to rely on the compass for primary navigation guidance.
The video clip below is from Sporty’s complete Learn to Fly Course.
Great review COLE
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