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Old 30th August 2005 | 09:21
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Charlie Zulu
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From: Kilmacolm
Yup I kept it all true tracks / headings in the example above to keep it simple.

Of course when dealing with runway crosswinds / headwinds one can use a calculator (I did in the exam and its MUCH quicker).

Headwind is a function of cos (cos 0 degrees is 1).
Crosswind is a function of sin (sin 90 degrees is 1).

eg.

Crosswind = Wind speed * sin 70 degrees difference
Headwind = Wind speed * cos 70 degrees difference
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