Alternate Static

Question 1

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If while in level flight, it becomes necessary to use an alternate source of static pressure vented inside the airplane, which of the following variations in instrument indications should the pilot expect?

Answer 1

The altimeter will read higher than normal, airspeed greater** than normal, and the VSI will momentarily show a climb.

Altimeter Reads Higher

Question 2

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If, while in level flight, it becomes necessary to use an alternate source of static pressure, which of the following should the pilot expect?

Answer 2

The vertical speed to momentarily show a climb.

VSI Climb

Question 3

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As you begin a descent in icing conditions, your static port becomes blocked. The VSI will

Answer 3

indicate zero.