What does General Navigation cover?
General Navigation is the classical art of navigation: the Earth and its coordinates, chart projections, the triangle of velocities, magnetism and compasses, time, and dead reckoning. It is calculation-rich and rewards a confident, repeatable method with the navigation computer.
What this subject covers
- The Earth, direction, distance and coordinates
- Chart projections and their properties
- The triangle of velocities and dead reckoning
- Magnetism and the magnetic compass
- Time and its relationship to longitude
- Use of the navigation computer (flight computer)
Study tip
Master the navigation computer early — fluency with it removes most of the time pressure in both General Navigation and Flight Planning.
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Frequently asked questions
Is General Navigation calculation-heavy?
Yes, it is one of the most numerical subjects. Consistent practice with the navigation computer and the triangle of velocities is the key to a good score.
What is the triangle of velocities?
It is the vector relationship between heading/true airspeed, wind, and track/groundspeed. It underpins a large share of General Navigation questions.
Does it match EASA subject 061?
Yes — questions follow the ECQB 061 learning objectives, from charts and time to dead reckoning.
