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Originally Posted by meritflyer  Using the indicated airspeed v. groundspeed to determine the wind velocity wouldnt be a great idea. You may be able to have a shot in the dark as to where they're coming from but you definately would know for certain.
Okay.. carry on. |
I've heard controllers ask airliners what the winds aloft are numerous times. I'm guessing many have a computed readout of the winds aloft readily available based on the ground speed, air speed, course & heading. Or else airline pilots are super fast with the E6-B.