On the taxi check, the magnetic compass should
A. swing opposite to the direction of turn when turning from north.
B. exhibit the same number of degrees of dip as the latitude.
C. swing freely and indicate known headings.
→ Answer (C) swing freely and indicate known headings.
When taxiing, ...
What should be the indication on the magnetic compass when you roll into a
standard rate turn to the left from a south heading in the Northern
Hemisphere?
A. The compass will remain on south for a short time, then gradually catch up
to the magnetic heading of the aircraft.
B. The compass will indicate a turn to the left, but at a faster rate than is
actually occurring.
C. The compass will initially indicate a turn to the right.
→ Answer (B) The compass will indicate a turn to the left, but at a faster
rate than is actually occurring.
In turns from a southerly heading in the Northern Hemisphere, the compass
leads the turn. That is, it indicates a turn in the proper direction but at a rate
faster than the actual rate.
What should be the indication on the magnetic compass as you roll into a
standard rate turn to the right from a westerly heading in the Northern
Hemisphere?
A. The compass will remain on a westerly heading for a short time, then
gradually catch up to the actual heading of the aircraft.
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