Instrumentationeasy#424
Compass deviation is caused by:
A
The difference between true and magnetic north
B
Coriolis effect
C
Wind drift
D
Magnetic fields within the aircraft (hard and soft iron effects)
CorrectExplanation
Deviation is caused by the aircraft's own magnetic fields from ferrous metals and electrical equipment affecting the compass.
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