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Quiz: Understanding the airplane Pitot-Static System

Flight Training Central

Airspeed and altimeter. Airspeed, altimeter, and vertical speed. If a flight is made from an area of low pressure into an area of high pressure without the altimeter setting being adjusted, the altimeter will indicate lower than the actual altitude above sea level. the actual altitude above sea level.

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The 6 Types of Altitude in Aviation (Airplane Pilots)

Pilot Institute

Indicated altitude shows the altimeter reading, while true altitude refers to height above MSL. Absolute altitude measures height above ground, which is critical during approaches and landings. Pressure and density altitudes impact performance, while flight levels separate at high altitudes.