Altimeter Flashcards

1
Q

As a rule of thumb, altitude corrections of less than 100 feet should be corrected by using a

A

half bar width on the attitude indicator.

1/2 on AI

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2
Q

For maintaining straight and level flight, which instrument displays a constant indication of altitude?

A

Altimeter.

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3
Q

Under which condition will pressure altitude be equal to true altitude?

A

When standard atmosphere conditions exist.

When pressure = True, STD atmosphere exist
PT STD

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4
Q

According to 14 CFR Part 91, what do you set your altimeter to if your aircraft is not equipped with a radio?

A

Departure airport elevation.

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5
Q

How does a pilot normally obtain the current altimeter setting during an IFR flight in Class E airspace below 18,000 feet?

A

ATC periodically advises the pilot of the proper altimeter setting.

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6
Q

Which condition would cause the altimeter to indicate a lower-than-actual altitude?

A

Air temperature warmer than standard.

Lower than Actual = AT Warmer than STD

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7
Q

A hazardous situation can occur when true altitude is lower than indicated altitude. This can occur when your altimeter is set to 29.92”

A

in colder than standard air temperature.

Hazardous True lower = Colder

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