Exam Review: VSI Flashcards
1
Q
What does the VSI indicate?
A
RATE of change of ALTITUDE
2
Q
Since VSI is a rate, what provides the second pressure?
A
SAMU
3
Q
What does the SAMU do?
A
Compares incoming pressure to old pressure still inside the system
4
Q
This component functions as a calibrated leak assembly designed to restrict (slow down) the flow of air pressure into or out of the instrument case
A
SAMU
5
Q
What does the locking screw do?
A
Center the pointer to zero
6
Q
What did we develop is reduce lag?
A
IVSI
7
Q
What is the purpose of the ACCELEROMETER/DAShPOT?
A
RAPID differential pressure effect
8
Q
What instrument is this?
A
VSI
9
Q
What instrument is this?
A
IVSI
