What is true about your position when intercepting a bearing to an NDB?

When intercepting a bearing to a Non-Directional Beacon (NDB), you typically align yourself at a 45° angle to the desired bearing for an efficient intercept. This is because approaching at a 45° angle allows for a more effective course correction and helps maintain a stable intercept without significant deviations from the intended path.

Flying directly towards the bearing, for instance, would not provide the flexibility to make necessary corrections when chasing an NDB, as the angle would be too steep, potentially leading to overshooting the desired course. Similarly, being at a 90° angle to the bearing would imply you are flying parallel to it, which would not facilitate an accurate interception either. Being on the opposite side of the radial would indicate that you are not able to effectively establish a connection with the NDB, as you are essentially moving away from the signal rather than towards it.

Therefore, the most effective interception strategy involves using a 45° angle approach to create a smooth transition onto the desired bearing, enhancing navigational accuracy.