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
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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