E6b Flight Computer Exercises Verified Upd May 2026

This guide focuses on the most common calculation errors student pilots and seasoned aviators make on the E6B. The "Verified" aspect means we will cross-check the mechanical wind triangle against the electronic/digital logic to ensure you have the correct answer.

Problem (enroute):

Your True Heading is 310°, TAS is 150 knots, True Track (course made good) is 305°, and Ground Speed is 160 knots. What is the wind? e6b flight computer exercises verified

Problem (Sporty’s/E6BX):

TAS = 390 kts, OAT = -40°C. Mach number? This guide focuses on the most common calculation

  • A manual E6B (metal or cardboard; ASA or Jeppesen recommended).
  • A sharp pencil (for the rotating disk and slider).
  • A flight planning worksheet (optional, but helpful for fuel/time logs).

Part 1: Time, Speed, and Distance (The Trinity)

Exercise 4: Wind Correction