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Flight Instruments: Chapter 8 Introduction

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Which instruments utilize the pitot-static system?

Vertical speed indicator, turn coordinator, and heading indicator

Altimeter, turn coordinator, and heading indicator

Turn coordinator, heading indicator, and attitude indicator

Airspeed indicator, vertical speed indicator, and altimeter (correct)

What are the primary functions of the pitot-static system in an aircraft?

Provides power to the aircraft's electrical systems and instruments

Controls the aircraft's flaps and landing gear

Regulates the fuel flow to the engines during flight

Utilizes static air pressure and dynamic pressure to operate airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed indicators (correct)

What is the function of the pitot tube in the pitot-static system?

Detects changes in aircraft altitude

Detects changes in vertical speed

Detects changes in airspeed (correct)

Detects changes in heading

Which instruments are associated with the vacuum system in an aircraft?

Heading indicator and attitude indicator Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a pilot understanding how each flight instrument works?

To safely utilize the instruments to their fullest potential Signup and view all the answers

What type of pressure is always present whether an aircraft is moving or at rest?

Barometric pressure in the local area Signup and view all the answers

What does the pitot tube capture?

Both dynamic pressure and static pressure Signup and view all the answers

What purpose does the small hole in the back of the pitot tube's chamber serve?

To allow moisture to drain from the system in case of precipitation Signup and view all the answers

How is the total pressure transmitted to the ASI from the pitot tube's pressure chamber?

Via a small tube connected to the static system Signup and view all the answers

What is provided in some aircraft to supply static pressure if the primary source becomes blocked?

An alternate static source Signup and view all the answers