EASA PPL subject 061 — the hardest subject
Navigation (061) is statistically the toughest of all nine EASA PPL subjects. More than 35% of students fail on their first attempt. The subject combines mathematical calculations, chart reading, timing and radio navigation. Master this subject and you have the backbone of your theory in place.
Topics covered
Practise calculations daily without a calculator: exams test your speed.
Master the E6B flight computer or its digital equivalent thoroughly.
Complete at least 5 full flight plans before the exam.
A 5° course error over 100 nm = nearly 9 km off track: precision counts.
These coaches and tutors specialise in this subject.
PPL holder with 180+ flight hours. Got his licence while running a company with 60+ employees. Knows exactly what it takes to study with a busy head and little spare time.
ATPL holder and former examiner with 15+ years of examination experience. Navigation is his speciality: the subject most students struggle with.
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