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Select ALL the correct descriptions.
Answer
True course is measured from true north., Magnetic course is measured from magnetic north., Compass heading is the direction indicated by the aircraft compass.
Explanation
True course uses true north, magnetic course uses magnetic north, and compass heading refers to the aircraft compass indication. The angle between compass north and magnetic north is **deviation**; variation is between true and magnetic north. **Key takeaway:** Identify both the direction and its reference before applying corrections. **Glossary:** **Magnetic course**: course referenced to magnetic north.
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