RADALT Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of a Radar Altimeter (Rad Alt)?
A
Provide altitude with the use of radar
2
Q
What is an advantage of using a Radar Altimeter compared to a barometric altimeter?
A
Provides actual height above the ground
3
Q
What is another advantage of using a Radar Altimeter?
A
Provides a cross-reference capability with the pressure altimeter
4
Q
How does a Pulsed Radar Altimeter operate?
A
Sends radio frequency to beneath the aircraft and calculates the time taken for the signal to return to measure distance from the ground
