Basic Aeronautical Knowledge - Distance

BAK - Distance Understanding Distance in Aviation | BAK Series In this episode of the Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (BAK) Series, we explore how distance is measured in aviationand why pilots use different units for navigation, altitude, and flight planning. Whether you're a student pilot preparing for exams or just interested in aviation, this lesson will give you a clear understanding of nautical miles, latitude, feet, and metres. What You’ll Learn in This Video: * The difference between a nautical mile and a statute mile * How latitude is used to measure distance over the Earth's surface * Why altitude is measured in feet rather than metres * When pilots use metres for specific aviation operations Visit our website for more aviation training and exam resources:https://www.teamaviation.com.au Subscribe for more aviation training videos! * Like this video if you found it helpful * Comment below with your questions or future topics you’d like covered * Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode in the BAK series Fly safe, and see you in the next video!