Two towns on the earth’s surface are located at P (07⁰N,30⁰E) and Q (13⁰S,30⁰E). A pilot plans to fly from P to Q the shortest...

Two towns on the earth’s surface are located at P (07⁰N,30⁰E) and Q (13⁰S,30⁰E). A pilot plans to fly from P to Q the shortest route between the two towns.
(a) Calculate the shortest distance between P and Q in km.
(b) Find the distance in nautical miles (nm)
(c) The speed of the aircraft is 360 knots. Determine how long it takes to fly from P to Q.

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sharon kalunda answered the question on April 24, 2019 at 14:19

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