VFR Nav - reading from ground to map
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VFR Nav - reading from ground to map
I read in the Pilot mag that I should be on the lookout for features on the ground which I can then search for on my map.
I've always done it the other way around, "anticipation" - or something.
Am I doing it the hard way?
I've always done it the other way around, "anticipation" - or something.
Am I doing it the hard way?
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Rules are for the guidance of wise men. I personally don't look gift horses in the gob - if a fantastic dogs b@@locks unique (ish) feature appears nearby I use it. Adds to the warm and fuzzy feeling
I've therefore never been lost - only momentarily utterly unaware of my position.
Yeh right!!!!
I've therefore never been lost - only momentarily utterly unaware of my position.
Yeh right!!!!
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I teach that the most important things required for navigation (assuming you have a flight plan prepared) are a clock and a compass. Maps are optional, for error correction only...
But I'll try anything to stop students from staring at the ground every two minutes to figure out where they are.
Stillin1 - agree totally! Plus local knowledge is a wonderful thing...
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But I'll try anything to stop students from staring at the ground every two minutes to figure out where they are.
Stillin1 - agree totally! Plus local knowledge is a wonderful thing...
O8
