5 Questions
What does the airspeed indicator display?
Speed of the aircraft relative to the surrounding air
What must be corrected to obtain the speed over the ground from the indicated airspeed?
Air density and wind conditions
What is used for accurate navigation to correct the direction indicated by the magnetic compass?
HSI (Horizontal Situation Indicator)
Why can the magnetic compass be unreliable when the aircraft is turning, climbing, descending, or accelerating?
Due to the inclination of the earth’s magnetic field
What is necessary to obtain the direction of true north or south for accurate navigation?
Correct the direction indicated by the magnetic compass
Test your knowledge of aviation instruments with this quiz on the airspeed indicator. Learn about how the instrument measures aircraft speed and factors that affect its accuracy. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and pilots.
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