Departure Flashcards
1
Q
Measuring east/west distance on a Rhumb Line
A
If you travel due east or due west around the Equator you will be following a great circle, as this is the shortest distance between the two points. You will also be following a rhumb line because the Equator has constant direction.
2
Q
Departure formula
A
Chong x 60 x coslat
