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Wind Correction Angle
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Calculate WCA and Ground Speed for aviation.
Flight Data
Course (°)
True Airspeed (kts)
Wind Direction (°)
Wind Speed (kts)
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Wind Correction Angle
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°
True Heading
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°
Ground Speed
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kts
About this calculator
Quick Reference
WCA
Correction Angle
GS
Ground Speed
Overview
The Wind Correction Angle (WCA) is the angle between the course and the heading required to maintain that course in the presence of wind.
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Pro Tips
Headings are in degrees (0-360).
Wind Speed and True Airspeed (TAS) should be in the same units (knots mostly).
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Fun Facts
"In strong crosswinds, a plane might face significantly away from the runway to land straight."
Formula: E6B Algorithm
