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What function does the airspeed indicator serve in an aircraft?
What function does the airspeed indicator serve in an aircraft?
- Displays altitude using barometric pressure
- Shows the current compass direction of the aircraft
- Measures the aircraft's speed in knots or miles per hour (correct)
- Indicates the oil temperature of the engine
Which instrument uses a rigidly-mounted internal gyro to display the aircraft’s attitude?
Which instrument uses a rigidly-mounted internal gyro to display the aircraft’s attitude?
- Vertical Speed Indicator
- Attitude Indicator (correct)
- Fuel Gauge
- Altimeter
What does the altimeter measure?
What does the altimeter measure?
- Temperature of exhaust gases
- Height above mean sea level (MSL) in feet (correct)
- Rate of fuel consumption
- Engine revolutions per minute (RPM)
The turn coordinator provides information about what aspect of the aircraft’s movement?
The turn coordinator provides information about what aspect of the aircraft’s movement?
What does the heading indicator display?
What does the heading indicator display?
Which instrument is responsible for indicating how fast the aircraft is climbing or descending?
Which instrument is responsible for indicating how fast the aircraft is climbing or descending?
What does the fuel gauge measure?
What does the fuel gauge measure?
What information does the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) gauge provide?
What information does the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) gauge provide?
Flashcards
Airspeed Indicator
Airspeed Indicator
Indicates the aircraft's forward speed in knots or miles per hour, using pressure differences from the pitot-static system.
Attitude Indicator (Artificial Horizon)
Attitude Indicator (Artificial Horizon)
Displays the aircraft's attitude relative to the horizon using an internal gyro, providing a visual representation of pitch and roll.
Altimeter
Altimeter
Utilizes barometric pressure from the static port to display the aircraft's approximate altitude above Mean Sea Level (MSL) in feet.
Turn Coordinator
Turn Coordinator
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Heading Indicator
Heading Indicator
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Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI)
Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI)
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Tachometer
Tachometer
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Oil Temperature Gauge
Oil Temperature Gauge
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Study Notes
Aircraft Instruments
- Airspeed Indicator (ASI): Measures aircraft speed using pressure differential from the pitot-static system. Displays speed in knots or miles per hour.
- Attitude Indicator (Artificial Horizon): Shows aircraft attitude relative to the horizon. Utilizes an internal gyro. Displays pitch and roll.
- Altimeter: Displays approximate altitude above mean sea level (MSL) using barometric pressure from the static port. Measured in feet.
- Turn Coordinator: Displays roll rate and turn rate using an internal canted gyro. Focuses on longitudinal (roll) axis and turn rate.
- Heading Indicator: Shows current compass heading using a rotating gyro.
- Vertical Speed Indicator: Indicates rate of climb or descent by measuring pressure differentials.
Engine Instruments
- Tachometer: Displays engine revolutions per minute (RPM).
- Oil Pressure Gauge: Shows if oil pressure is within safe operating limits, ensuring sufficient lubricant.
- Oil Temperature Gauge: Measures oil temperature. Green indicates normal range, red indicates maximum permissible temperature.
- Fuel Gauge: Monitors fuel quantity on board, essential for safe and efficient flight.
- Fuel Flow Meter: Displays fuel consumption rate, helping with fuel management.
- Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT): Measures exhaust gas temperature, which indicates engine performance and efficiency.
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Test your knowledge on various aircraft instruments including the Airspeed Indicator, Altimeter, and Attitude Indicator. This quiz will help you understand the functions and measurements of key cockpit instruments essential for piloting. Perfect for aviation students and enthusiasts!
