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What is True Course?

True Course The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “True Course” Used in Practice?

Advise true course for flight planning before calculating magnetic heading.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is True Course?

The intended direction of flight over the ground referenced to true north, prior to adjustment for wind, magnetic variation, or compass error.

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