Try these five problems. Answers are provided at the end.
Problem: Your true airspeed (TAS) is 115 knots. The distance to the destination is 287 nautical miles. How many hours and minutes will the leg take?
Solution Methodology (Manual E6B):
Verified Answer: 149.7 minutes → 2 hours 30 minutes (2:30).
Verification Check: 115 knots = 1.9167 NM/minute. 287 ÷ 1.9167 = 149.7 mins.
Exercise 2.1
E6B method:
Verified answer:
TAS = 138 kt
Exercise 2.2
Verified:
TAS ≈ 115 kt
Before tackling wind, you must master the “outer ring” (distance) and “inner ring” (time) relationship. e6b flight computer exercises verified
For student pilots, few tools inspire as much dread—or eventual respect—as the manual E6B flight computer. In an age of iPads and GPS, the humble "whiz wheel" remains a cornerstone of pilot training. Why? Because mastering the E6B ensures you understand the fundamentals of flight planning: wind correction, density altitude, fuel burn, and time-speed-distance calculations.
But simply owning an E6B isn't enough. You need verified exercises—problems with known correct answers—to build confidence before your checkride.
This article provides a comprehensive set of E6B flight computer exercises verified by real-world CFIs (Certified Flight Instructors). Each problem includes the steps to solve it and the correct answer. Let’s sharpen your skills.
This exercise verifies your ability to perform multiplication (finding a quantity given a rate).
The Scenario: Your aircraft burns 9.5 gallons per hour (GPH). You plan to fly for 2 hours and 20 minutes. How much fuel will you consume? Try these five problems
The Manual Steps:
The Verified Solution:
Exercise 3.1
E6B method:
Align OAT (+30°C) with pressure altitude (4,000 ft) in density altitude window. Read DA directly.
Verified answer:
DA = 6,500 ft
Exercise 3.2
Verified:
DA ≈ 8,200 ft