On the Rusty departure from 13L/13R, what is the initial heading to maintain?

The correct initial heading to maintain after departing from runway 13L/13R is 125°/135°. This is aligned with standard departure procedures for runways designated towards the southeast, which includes a departure from runway 13. In flight operations, the initial heading is crucial for ensuring that aircraft safely navigate after takeoff, setting them on a course that allows adequate separation from other air traffic and adherence to traffic management regulations.

Routes departing from runway 13 typically require aircraft to maintain a heading within this range to facilitate orderly ascent, lateral separation, and to join the intended flight path as prescribed by air traffic control. Recognizing that runways are designated by their direction in degrees (the runway number reflecting the magnetic heading), a departure from 13 indicates a course close to 130°. Thus, maintaining a heading of 125°/135° immediately after takeoff reflects compliance with procedural guidelines and ensures safe departures for all aircraft involved.