What will a magnetic compass indicate if a right turn is entered from a North heading in the Northern Hemisphere?

When a pilot initiates a right turn from a North heading in the Northern Hemisphere, the magnetic compass will experience what is known as magnetic compass error. As the aircraft begins the turn, the compass will initially lag behind and may indicate a turn toward the West, even though the aircraft is actually turning to the right (toward the East).

This phenomenon occurs due to the inertia of the liquid within the compass and the magnetic dip that influences the compass' readings. When turning towards the East from North, the compass does not immediately reflect the new heading; instead, it tends to indicate a turn in the opposite direction momentarily before settling on the actual heading.

Understanding this behavior is crucial for pilots, as relying solely on compass indications during turns can lead to navigation errors.