G/S rule of thumb

[RVR800]

Use the 15/60 30/60 45/60 rule

e.g. If wind is 45 degrees off then its
3/4 of the wind speed

Speed 20 kts
Wind 345
Hdg 300
Headwind - Minus 15 kts

TAS 95kts - 15 kts headwind = G/S 80 kts

etc..


[This message has been edited by RVR800 (edited 30 April 2001).]