Task A. Pilotage and Dead Reckoning

Knowledge

What you should understand and be able to explain.

14 elements

• CA.VI.A.K1
  Pilotage and dead reckoning.
• CA.VI.A.K2
  Magnetic compass errors.
• CA.VI.A.K3
  Topography.
• CA.VI.A.K4
  Selection of appropriate:
• CA.VI.A.K4a
  Route
• CA.VI.A.K4b
  Altitude(s)
• CA.VI.A.K4c
  Checkpoints
• CA.VI.A.K5
  Plotting a course, including:
• CA.VI.A.K5a
  Determining heading, speed, and course
• CA.VI.A.K5b
  Wind correction angle
• CA.VI.A.K5c
  Estimating time, speed, and distance
• CA.VI.A.K5d
  True airspeed and density altitude
• CA.VI.A.K6
  Power setting selection.
• CA.VI.A.K7
  Planned calculations versus actual results and required corrections.

Risk management

Risks to recognize and decisions to consider.

3 elements

• CA.VI.A.R1
  Collision hazards.
• CA.VI.A.R2
  Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation.
• CA.VI.A.R3
  Unplanned fuel/power consumption, if applicable.