Magnetic Direction Measuring Device Deviation

Verified from official sources
Appendix 6, Part 2Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

The drone's compass or magnetic direction sensor must be installed so that its reading does not drift by more than 10 degrees in level flight.

Requirement as structured

CAAS guidance states that any magnetic direction measuring device must be installed such that its deviation in level flight does not exceed 10 degrees on any heading.

Original regulatory text

The compensated installation may not have a deviation, in level flight, greater than 10° on any heading.

Applies when

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