18 Questions
What is the principle behind rigidity in space for a gyroscope?
It maintains a fixed position in the plane in which it is spinning.
What is the main function of an attitude indicator in a gyroscopic instrument?
Display the orientation of the aircraft relative to the horizon.
What is precession in a gyroscope?
The turning and tilting of a gyro in response to pressure.
Which instrument is a direction-seeking instrument in many airplanes and follows the magnetic north?
Magnetic compass
What is variation with respect to compass errors?
The angular difference between true and magnetic poles at a given point.
Which instrument is used to measure the temperature of the gases at the exhaust manifold?
Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge
What is one of the key components of a gyroscopic instrument that helps maintain aircraft stability?
Gyroscope
What does the Manifold Pressure Gauge indicate?
Pressure of the fuel/air mixture in the engine intake manifold
What is the main function of a Suction Gauge in an aircraft instrument panel?
Show pressure created by the vacuum pump
Which gauge provides an indirect and delayed indication of rising engine temperature?
Oil Temperature Gauge
In an EFIS system, what does EFIS stand for?
Electronic Flight Instrument System
Which instrument displays the pressure of the fuel/air mixture in the engine intake manifold?
Manifold Pressure Gauge
What is the main purpose of engine instruments in an aircraft?
To monitor the engine's health and performance
In a compass, what causes magnetic dip?
The bar magnet being pulled by the earth's magnetic field
What does the tachometer in an aircraft measure?
Revolutions per minute of the aircraft engine
What does the oil pressure gauge indicate in an aircraft?
The oil supply to the engine in pounds per square inch (psi)
What is the significance of green markings on a tachometer?
Normal operating range for RPM settings
How does magnetic dip vary as you approach the equator?
It decreases
Learn about the key principles and components of gyroscopic instruments, including the concept of rigidity in space and precession. Explore how gyroscopes maintain orientation regardless of base movement. Discover different systems like Vacuum or Suction System and Venturi Tube System.
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