Air Data System Flashcards by Cherlyn Koh | Brainscape

Q

Function of machmeter

A

it informs the pilot that the aircraft is reaching the speed of sound and prevents loss of control or structural damage
help aircrew in better assessment of the forward motion of the aircraft during air combat. (True or false)

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Q

Instruments that depend on Pitot and static pressure

A

Both (air speed indicator and machmeter)

Only static (altimeter and vertical speed indicator)

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Q

Pitot and static ports measure? OR pitot static signal are used to display.

A

airspeed , altitude, vertical speed

AOTA

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