Magnetic Direction Measuring Device Deviation
Verified from official sourcesAppendix 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
- operation
- BVLOS