PVT
In the Northern Hemisphere, if a glider is accelerated or decelerated, the magnetic compass will normally
A)Be correct when turning from a Easterly or Westerly course
B)Be in the opposite direction when the glider turns from a Northerly direction
C)Be in a turn to the North when accelerating from or to the South when decelerating when the glider is turning away from an Easterly or Westerly path
D)No change whatsoever

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Be in a turn to the North when accelerating or to the South when decelerating from an Easterly or Westerly path. The compass is floating in a pool of liquid. This means that it is free-floating, so accelerating and decelerating forces will impact the direction shown by means of inertia.

PVT in the Northern Hemisphere, If a Glider Is Accelerated or or Decelerated