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What is the primary variable measured by a conventional airspeed indicator in a Machmeter?
What is the primary variable measured by a conventional airspeed indicator in a Machmeter?
- Altitude
- Temperature
- Airspeed (correct)
- Pressure difference
How is the altitude measurement in a Machmeter related to temperature?
How is the altitude measurement in a Machmeter related to temperature?
- The altitude measurement affects the speed of sound.
- The altitude measurement is directly proportional to temperature.
- The altitude measurement provides the equivalent temperature in accordance with the ISA chart. (correct)
- The altitude measurement is independent of temperature.
What is the purpose of the aneroid capsule in a Machmeter?
What is the purpose of the aneroid capsule in a Machmeter?
- To measure pressure difference
- To measure airspeed
- To measure temperature
- To measure altitude (correct)
How is the indicator pointer driven in a Machmeter?
How is the indicator pointer driven in a Machmeter?
What is the advantage of combining a Machmeter and airspeed indicator into one instrument?
What is the advantage of combining a Machmeter and airspeed indicator into one instrument?
What is the primary purpose of a cabin altimeter?
What is the primary purpose of a cabin altimeter?
What is the purpose of an altitude switching unit in a cabin-pressurisation system?
What is the purpose of an altitude switching unit in a cabin-pressurisation system?
What is the consequence of exceeding the maximum differential pressure in an aircraft?
What is the consequence of exceeding the maximum differential pressure in an aircraft?
At what altitude is oxygen not necessary for passengers in an aircraft?
At what altitude is oxygen not necessary for passengers in an aircraft?
What is the typical cruising altitude of an aircraft?
What is the typical cruising altitude of an aircraft?
Why must instrument filters and system filters be checked, cleaned or changed at regular intervals?
Why must instrument filters and system filters be checked, cleaned or changed at regular intervals?
What should be done when caging a gyro?
What should be done when caging a gyro?
Why should gyros be handled with care?
Why should gyros be handled with care?
How should a gyro be transported to and from an aircraft?
How should a gyro be transported to and from an aircraft?
What should be ensured when packing a gyroscope for shipping?
What should be ensured when packing a gyroscope for shipping?
What is essential to ensure when performing maintenance on or around direct-reading compasses or flux valves?
What is essential to ensure when performing maintenance on or around direct-reading compasses or flux valves?
Why should non-ferrous panels and screws be used in the vicinity of direct-reading compasses and flux valves?
Why should non-ferrous panels and screws be used in the vicinity of direct-reading compasses and flux valves?
What is the purpose of using screened cable or twisted pair for compass light electrical leads?
What is the purpose of using screened cable or twisted pair for compass light electrical leads?
Where should an aircraft compass be swung to ensure accurate readings?
Where should an aircraft compass be swung to ensure accurate readings?
What is the primary precaution to take when handling direct-reading compasses or flux valves?
What is the primary precaution to take when handling direct-reading compasses or flux valves?
What is the primary limitation of using satellite communication systems in aircraft?
What is the primary limitation of using satellite communication systems in aircraft?
What is the primary advantage of using satellite communication systems over traditional radio links?
What is the primary advantage of using satellite communication systems over traditional radio links?
What is the primary function of a transceiver in a passenger communication system?
What is the primary function of a transceiver in a passenger communication system?
How are satellite calls typically routed?
How are satellite calls typically routed?
What is the primary requirement for full duplex operation in a satellite communication system?
What is the primary requirement for full duplex operation in a satellite communication system?
What is the minimum number of autopilot systems required for an aircraft capable of Autoland?
What is the minimum number of autopilot systems required for an aircraft capable of Autoland?
What is the primary characteristic of a Fail Passive autopilot system?
What is the primary characteristic of a Fail Passive autopilot system?
What is the purpose of additional rack-mounted units in an autopilot system?
What is the purpose of additional rack-mounted units in an autopilot system?
What happens when one autopilot disengages in a Fail Passive system during Autoland?
What happens when one autopilot disengages in a Fail Passive system during Autoland?
How are the computer units of each autopilot system typically mounted?
How are the computer units of each autopilot system typically mounted?
What is the purpose of the localizer and glideslope signals in an Instrument Landing System?
What is the purpose of the localizer and glideslope signals in an Instrument Landing System?
What is the risk of over exposure to radiation from antennas?
What is the risk of over exposure to radiation from antennas?
What is the function of marker transmitters in an Instrument Landing System?
What is the function of marker transmitters in an Instrument Landing System?
What is the Instrument Landing System (ILS) composed of?
What is the Instrument Landing System (ILS) composed of?
What is a potential hazard of touching antennas or metallic objects near operating antennas?
What is a potential hazard of touching antennas or metallic objects near operating antennas?
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