Drift Meter

Drift Meter

Item Details

Model Number: MKII 6B/258
Manufactured: 1940's
Period of Use: WWII
Description:
A small telescope that extends down through the floor of an aircraft so the navigator can observe the earth's surface and measure how much the aircraft is drifting due to wind.
Item History:
Allows navigator to determine aircraft drift, wind speed, and wind direction.

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Drift Meter

Drift Meter

Supporting Documentation

Location/Ownership: Jack Reichel
Submission Author: Jack Reichel