EASA NAV(A)intermediate
An aircraft is planned to fly on a true course (TC) of 330°. If the local magnetic variation is 2° E, what is the resulting magnetic course (MC)?
Answer
328°
Explanation
The keyed magnetic course is **328°** after applying the stated easterly variation to the chart-derived true course. The reciprocal choices indicate a reversed direction. **Key takeaway:** Convert the correct-direction TC to MC using local variation. **Glossary:** Magnetic course: course referenced to magnetic north.
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