Basics
DC Selsyn Systems
On aircraft with direct current (DC) electrical systems, the DC selsyn system is widely used. As mentioned, the…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Basics
Synchro-Type Remote-Indicating Instruments
A synchro system is an electric system used for transmitting information from one point to another. The word…
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Remote Sensing and Indication
It is often impractical or impossible to utilize direct reading gauges for information needed to be conveyed in…
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Airspeed Indicators
The airspeed indicator is another primary flight instrument that is also a differential pressure gauge. Ram air pressure…
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Vertical Speed Indicator
An analog vertical speed indicator (VSI) may also be referred to as a vertical velocity indicator (VVI), or…
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Altimeters and Altitude
An altimeter is an instrument that is used to indicate the height of the aircraft above a predetermined…
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Air Data Computers (ADC) and Digital Air Data Computers (DADC)
High performance and jet transport category aircraft pitot-static systems may be more complicated. These aircraft frequently operate at…
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Pitot-Static Systems
Some of the most important flight instruments derive their indications from measuring air pressure. Gathering and distributing various…
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Pressure Switches
In aviation, it is often sufficient to simply monitor whether the pressure developed by a certain operating system…
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Vacuum Pressure
Gyro pressure gauge, vacuum gauge, or suction gauge are all terms for the same gauge used to monitor…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi Nathan