49. Magnetic Compass Flashcards

1
Q

The only north seeking instrument in a training airplane is:

A

The magnetic compass.

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2
Q

On a turn from a northerly heading the compass will:

A

Lag behind the airplane.

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3
Q

At the beginning of a turn from a northerly heading:

A

The compass will show a turn in the opposite direction.

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4
Q

On a turn from south:

A

The compass exaggerates the rate of turn.

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5
Q

There is no acceleration/deceleration error on a heading of:

A

North or south.

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6
Q

The magnetic compass:

A

Operates independently of aircraft systems.

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