Video Tip: Magnetic Compass Errors
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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.
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Great review COLE
Shouldn’t there be some discussion about the effect of Air Conditioning or other factors taht affect the Mag compass. I know of a few folks that have had trouble because they either followed the compass with incorrect direction or disnt believe the compass due to false hoods they had been told of.