Met 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What is atmospheric Pressure?
A
The weight of air above a given point
2
Q
How do we measure pressure?
A
Precision android barometer
3
Q
What is pressure measured in?
A
Hectopascals hPa (Millibars) Can be converted into inches of mercury
4
Q
What’s the golden rule with pressure?
A
As height increases Pressure decreases
5
Q
What does elevation stand for?
A
The vertical distance of a fixed point above or below mean sea level
6
Q
What is an altimeter?
A
An aircraft instrument based upon an Android barometer
7
Q
UK Altimeter settings
A
QFE
Aerodrome QNH
Regional pressure setting (RPS)
Standard altimeter setting (SAS)
