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Originally Posted by don1reed
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If Ho > Hc, then subtract Hc. The difference is the distance in nautical miles your line of position (LOP) is in the direction toward the observed body
If Hc > Ho, then subtract Ho. The difference is the distance in nautical miles your line of position (LOP) is in the direction away from the observed body.
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You forgot to mention that mnemonic you figured out:
Ho-Mo-To-Wo, or
Ho More To-w(o)ard. It's very catchy, I'll never forget. It has gotten stuck in my head, only being surpased by saying "Jawohl, Herr Kaleun!" to myself all the time ... for no appearant reason.
