EASA NAV(A)intermediate
An aircraft is flying a true course (TC) of 000° at a true airspeed (TAS) of 120 knots. The wind is reported from 030° at 12 knots. What is the approximate wind correction angle (WCA)?
Answer
3° right
Explanation
Wind from 150° has a crosswind component pushing the aircraft away from the desired track; the keyed correction is **3° right**. **Key takeaway:** Determine which side the wind pushes the aircraft toward, then correct into the wind. **Glossary:** Crosswind component: wind component perpendicular to the track.
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