Altitude Indicators and Rate-of-Climb Instruments Quiz
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Altitude Indicators and Rate-of-Climb Instruments Quiz

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Which of the following best describes the purpose of the air metering unit in the sensing system?

  • To indicate the rate of altitude change
  • To create a lag in static pressure (correct)
  • To establish the required pressure differences
  • To determine vertical speed

    • What are the three principal components of a pneumatic type of indicator?

  • Indicating element, metering unit, and sealed case
  • Capsule-type sensing element, metering unit, and sealed case
  • Capsule-type sensing element, indicating element, and metering unit (correct)
  • Capsule-type sensing element, indicating element, and sealed case

    • What is the purpose of the rate-of-climb indicator?

  • To establish the required pressure differences
  • To determine vertical speed (correct)
  • To indicate air pressure changes
  • To create a lag in static pressure

    • Where is the zero position on the dial presentation of the rate-of-climb indicator?

    <p>9 O'clock position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the rate at which the static pressure changes and vertical speed?

    <p>They are inversely proportional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the capillary tube in the sensing system?

    <p>To prevent pressure surges from reaching the capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the capillary tube being longer in the sensing system?

    <p>To increase the flexibility and sensitivity of the capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the other end of the metering unit open to in the sensing system?

    <p>The interior of the case</p> Signup and view all the answers

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