An aircraft is flying at 400 knots in a strong NW wind of 50 knots. The pilot
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An aircraft is flying at 400 knots in a strong NW wind of 50 knots. The pilot wishes to fly due west. In which direction should the pilot fly the aircraft to achieve this end, and what will be his actual speed over the ground?
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