I'll mount the compass and save any hassles.


"Alexander Georgas" wrote in message
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My (non-FAA-specific) understanding is that a compass can be a traditional
magnetic compass or an electronic compass, as in an electronic device that
senses the earth magnetic field. In the case of an electronic compass,
there are usually redundancy requirements for the power source that can be
satisfied by an alternate power source for the instrument.

A GPS senses course, not heading, so I doubt it would satisfy the compass
requirement.


On 10/04/2014 18:12, Dan Marotta wrote:
My wife asked if we need a compass in the Pipistrel Sinus since we
received one in a box of stuff and none is installed in the aircraft. I
told her I'd check the flight manual. Under "Minimum Equipment" it
states that a "Compass" is required - it does not state that a "Magnetic
Compass" is required.

So... Is a GPS suitable? It has a north arrow and displays track. I
don't want to call the FSDO... I suppose I could carry an artillery
compass in my pocket!