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Falcon Vertical Card Compasses Non TSO

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Overview

Note: These compasses are not FAA Approved and are intended for experimental aircraft use only.

The Falcon Vertical Card compass is a non-liquid type compass. It is designed using a new concept which eliminates leaking. With a 2" vertical dial which is compared to a miniature airplane to present the magnetic heading of the aircraft at all times, heading information is more natural and easy to read presentation and see the complete 360º dial. 90º±5 vertical mount.

Can be purchased with or without mounting bracket, with or without 12VDC Lighting, and in Northern or Southern hemisphere orientation. Made in China

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PN
MCVC-2L-A Northern

Lighted 12V DC, 90º±5 Vertical Mount

 10-05276
MCVC-2L-A-M Northern

Lighted 12V DC, 90º±5 Vertical Mount With Mounting Bracket

 10-04174

MCVC-25-A

Southern

Without Light, 90º±5 Vertical Mount

10-05824

MCVC-25-A-M

Southern

Without Light, 90º±5 Vertical Mount with Mounting Bracket

10-05825
MCVC-2SL-A Southern

Lighted 12V DC, 90º±5 Vertical Mount

 10-04489
MCVC-2SL-A-M Southern

Lighted 12V DC, 90º±5 Vertical Mount with Mounting Bracket

 10-04490

MCVC-2A

Northern

Without Light, 90º±5 Vertical Mount

10-05826

MCVC-2A-M

Northern

Without Light, 90º±5 Vertical Mount with Mounting Bracket

10-05828
   
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Really wish it I knew it came with the mounting bracket! $35 wasted on my part

Richard R Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit Nothern Hem
May 30, 2025

I was able to bend the mount provided and use it in my Cessna 190. Appears to function normal.

Regional A Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit Nothern Hem
January 10, 2025

Works great

William F Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit North Hem With Mount
April 23, 2024

I absolutely love this. So easy to read.

Cowans A Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit North Hem With Mount
April 14, 2024

Sergey N Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit Nothern Hem
June 2, 2023

Have not used it that much lately but seems to work great. Much prefer it over the old whiskey compass.

Bob S Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit North Hem With Mount
April 23, 2022

Good

Jack D Verified Purchase

Falcon Vertical Card Compass 12V Lit Nothern Hem
December 16, 2021

The item arrived in perfect condition and exactly as I expected Thanks

Gary C
September 19, 2019

It is what it says it is. It cannot be mounted right or left.

Chandler E
August 29, 2018

David W
February 15, 2017

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Q: Will this compass work in the southern hemisphere? We are in New Zealand.

There are Southern Hemisphere and Northern Hemisphere models available on this page. Please use the drop down selectors on this page to order the appropriate compass. The Southern Hemisphere part numbers are: 10-04489 (Compass Only) and 10-04490 (Compass + Mounting Bracket).

Q: Does this Falcon Vertical Card Compass require 12V to operate or 12V for lighting?

Yes, 12V for lighting.

Q: What's the weight of this Vertical Card Compass ?

It is about 0.60 pounds.

Q: Can the Falcon Vertical Compass be panel mounted?

It is not designed to be panel mounted as it is made to fit a bracket to go on top of the dash or hang from above the panel.

Q: Will I need to cage the Falcon vertical card compasses during aerobatics?

Per Falcon, you cannot cage their vertical card compasses.

Q: Will the Falcon Vertical Card Compass fit on the same bracket as the Precision Vertical Card Compass Pai-700?

The Falcon vertical card compass is the same size and has the same dimensions as the Precision Vertical Card Compass Pai-700.

Q: Are these Falcon vertical card compasses FAA TSO approved?

No, all Falcon instruments are intended for experimental aircraft only.

Q: What are the total dimensions of the FALCON VERTICAL CARD COMPASS P/N: 10-04174 when mounted in the bracket?

The total dimensions of the Falcon vertical Card compass with the bracket installed PN: 10-04174 is 2.5in X 3.5in X 2in.

Q: What is the minimal distance from wires that this Falcon Vertical Card compass can be installed?

Suggested 6" away from any electrical equipment.

Q: Can this Falcon Vertical Card Compass be panel mounted?

No, we do not recommend panel mounting this compass as the is to much electrical interference in the panel.

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