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Determine the wind direction (°M) and velocity, given:

OAT: +10°C
Time overhead VOR 1: 12:10 UTC
Time overhead VOR 2: 12:18 UTC
Distance VOR 1 - VOR 2: 25 NM
Track VOR 1 - VOR 2: 355°(M)
Heading: 005°(M)
CAS: 140 kt
Altitude: FL55

  • A
    135°M and 41 kt
  • B
    139°M and 49 kt
  • C
    139°M and 45 kt
  • D
    142°M and 43 kt

Refer to figures.

Convert CAS into TAS (CRP5 method):

(1) In the "Airspeed" window, align 5 500 ft with OAT = +10°C;
(2) On the inner arc, look for CAS 140 kt and read a result of approximately 154 kt TAS.


Calculate the Ground Speed:

Ground Speed = Distance / Time
Ground Speed = 25 NM / 8 min = approx. 188 kt


Determine Drift:

There is a 10° difference between the track and the heading, which means that drift = 10°. Track is lower than heading, meaning it's a left drift (10°L).


Determine W/V (CRP5 method):

1. Set Magnetic Heading (005°M) under "True Index"
2. Place centre dot over TAS (154 kts)
3. Mark the point where drift (10°L) and GS (188 kt) meet.
4. Rotate the wind computer until mark is below TAS.
5. Check wind direction under "True Index" (139°)
6. Count down from TAS to obtain wind speed (154 - 109 = 45 kt)

=> W/V = 139(°M)/45 kt

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