E6b+flight+computer+exercises+verified File

The E6B flight computer, often called the "Whiz Wheel," is a dual-sided analog tool used for essential aviation calculations. The front (calculator side) handles time, speed, distance, and fuel, while the back (wind side) solves wind triangles to find ground speed and heading. Verified Practice Exercises

  1. Use wind side of E6B but set up the 1-in-60 ratio: Off-course angle = (distance off × 60) / distance flown = (4 × 60) / 45 = 5.3°.
  2. Remaining correction = (distance off × 60) / distance to go = (4 × 60) / 75 = 3.2°.
  3. Total correction = 5.3° + 3.2° = 8.5° toward the course line.

Find TAS

  • Verification: Plotting on a sectional yields 8.4°. Verified.

    • Ground Speed: If you fly 57 nautical miles in 37 minutes, what is your ground speed? (Answer: 91 knots). e6b+flight+computer+exercises+verified

    Determine Ground Speed: Slide the marked dot until it rests on your True Airspeed (TAS) line. The grommet now points to your Ground Speed (GS). The E6B flight computer , often called the

    1. How many minutes will the leg take?
    2. What distance will you cover in 45 minutes at the same speed?