Get Sight Reduction Form

Completing the Sight Reduction Form online is essential for accurate navigational calculations. This guide provides clear instructions for each section of the form, ensuring users can effectively submit their information.

Follow the steps to accurately complete the Sight Reduction Form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Fill in the 'Sight #' field with the sequential number of your sighting. Then, enter the DR Position, specifying both the Latitude (N/S) and Longitude (E/W) in degrees, minutes, and seconds.
3. Complete the Time section by specifying the Celestial Body observed, the local date, and the time in hours, minutes, and seconds. Record the appropriate Zone Description (East or West), and convert the local time to GMT.
4. In Section 3a, enter the Almanac LHA and SHA values along with the GHA. Make sure to include the appropriate corrections for planets or the moon and calculate the Total GHA and LHA.
5. Proceed to Section 3b for the Almanac Declination. Record the time and the declination value, along with any necessary corrections.
6. Using the information calculated from HO 249, fill out the Latitude and Declination information. Follow the instructions to find the corresponding values from the NAO tables.
7. Complete the Sextant section by entering the observed altitude (Hs) and necessary corrections for instrument errors and the height of the eye.
8. Finalize the plotting phase by calculating the values for Hc or Ho, ensuring to indicate the correct plotting direction based on your sighting details.
9. Once all sections are completed, review all entries for accuracy. Users can then save changes, download the completed form, or print it for submission.

Start completing the Sight Reduction Form online now for precise navigation accuracy!