EASA NAV(A)basic
28. True course (TC) is…
Answer
The angle between true north and the course line
Explanation
True course is measured clockwise from true north to the intended course line. **Key takeaway:** TC is referenced to geographic north. **Glossary:** True north: direction toward the geographic North Pole.
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