EASA NAV(A)intermediate
Select ALL statements that describe a rhumb line.
Answer
It cuts every meridian at the same angle, It may be represented as a straight line on a Mercator chart
Explanation
A rhumb line maintains a constant angle with meridians and therefore a constant compass direction. On a Mercator chart it appears straight, which makes it useful for plotting a constant-course route. It is not generally the shortest route and is not generally a great circle. **Key takeaway:** Constant direction defines a rhumb line.\n\n**Glossary:** **Meridian**: a line of longitude; **Mercator chart**: a conformal chart on which rhumb lines are straight.
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