Questions and Answers
What does the Slip Skid Indicator show?
Roll and yaw information
What is indicated by the Attitude Indicator?
Aircraft orientation relative to the horizon
What does the Horizontal Situation Indicator display?
Aircraft heading and VOR or GPS directional navigation information
What function does the Altimeter serve?
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What does the Vertical Speed Indicator show?
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What information does the Airspeed Indicator provide?
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What does 'Current Heading' refer to?
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The ___________________ shows wind direction and velocity.
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What does the Heading Knob do?
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What is the purpose of the Altitude Knob?
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What does the Course/Baro Knob do?
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Study Notes
Slip Skid Indicator
- Provides information on roll and yaw, indicating the aircraft's coordination during flight.
Attitude Indicator
- Displays the aircraft's orientation in relation to the horizon, crucial for maintaining level flight.
Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
- Combines both aircraft heading and navigational data from VOR or GPS, enhancing situational awareness.
Altimeter
- Measures altitude using data from the pitot-static system processed by the Air Data Computer, vital for maintaining altitude.
Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI)
- Reflects the rate of climb or descent; note that the displayed information can experience a delay.
Airspeed Indicator
- Shows the current airspeed, sourced from the pitot-static system and processed by the Air Data Computer.
Current Heading
- Indicates the aircraft's direction at any given moment, essential for navigation.
Selected Heading
- Represents the heading that the pilot has set for navigation purposes, aiding in course adjustments.
Selected Course
- Defines the intended course for the flight, guiding navigation decisions.
Wind Data Box
- Displays real-time wind direction and velocity, important for flight planning and adjustments in flight path.
Selected Altitude
- Indicates the altitude the pilot has predetermined as the target for ascent or descent, crucial for flight management.
True Airspeed
- Represents the actual speed of the aircraft through the air, impacted by altitude and temperature, important for performance calculations.
Navigation Input Controls
- Provide the means for pilots to input navigational data and adjust settings for effective route management.
Communication Input Controls
- Enable pilots to manage communication frequencies, ensuring clear and effective communication with air traffic control.
Navigation Frequencies
- Specific radio frequencies used for navigation purposes, integral for following air routes and maintaining air safety.
Communication Frequencies
- Radio frequencies designated for communication, essential for interactions with air traffic control and other aircraft.
Barometric Altimeter Setting
- Adjusts the altimeter in relation to local atmospheric pressure, aiding in correct altitude readings.
Heading Knob
- Used to set the selected heading, allowing pilots to input desired course corrections manually.
Altitude Knob
- Used to adjust the selected altitude, permitting precise altitude selection for the flight.
Course/Baro Knob
- The large knob modifies the barometric pressure setting; the smaller knob rotates the HSI for navigation adjustments.
Map Range Joystick
- Facilitates zooming in and out on navigational displays, helping pilots view relevant airspace and terrain information.
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Test your knowledge on the G1000 Primary Flight Display (PFD) terminology. This quiz covers key instruments, their functions, and how they contribute to flying awareness. Perfect for aviation students and enthusiasts seeking to understand cockpit displays.
