EASA NAV(A)basic
TC 270°, TAS 100 kt, wind 090°/25 kt. What is GS?
Answer
125 kt
Explanation
The aircraft travels west and the wind is from 090°, meaning it blows toward the west. It is therefore a 25 kt tailwind, giving 100 + 25 = 125 kt GS. **Key takeaway:** Wind direction is conventionally the direction from which the wind blows. **Glossary:** **Tailwind**: Wind component assisting forward travel; **GS**: Groundspeed.
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