EASA NAV(A)intermediate
An aircraft's VOR receiver is tuned to a station with the Omni Bearing Selector (OBS) set to 045°. The Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) needle is centered and the indicator displays a 'FROM' flag. In which direction is the aircraft located relative to the VOR station?
Answer
Northeast
Explanation
Interpreting the CDI and selected course in the referenced figure places the aircraft northeast of the VOR. **Key takeaway:** Read the selected radial and TO/FROM information together. **Glossary:** VOR: VHF omnidirectional range.
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