For Day 17 of the 31-Day Safer Pilot Challenge, Jason shares his top checkride strategy: creating a cross-country wind card. This simple tool helps pilots quickly determine the correct heading during a diversion, ensuring they start in the right direction immediately.
Calculating Time to Destination
Once heading is set, pilots must estimate how long it will take to reach the new airport. Using the wind card, you can quickly assess ground speed for each major heading, making time calculations efficient and precise for your checkride.
Ensuring Adequate Fuel
Knowing your time en route allows you to determine fuel consumption. Jason explains how to use the wind card and E6B flight computer to calculate approximate fuel burn, helping you make safe and accurate decisions during a diversion scenario.
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