Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The pitot-static system measures an aircraft’s airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed using air pressure differences. To find True Airspeed (TAS), youll need to account for these effects. How Does the System Give Inputs to the Altimeter? The altimeter uses the input from the static port to determine the altitude.

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Pitot Tube Altimeter Descent Airplanes 98

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

This section is also needed when youre calculating your true airspeed, which you need to know to plan your flight. If youre in the aircraft, set the altimeter to 29.92 If you dont have access to an altimeter, you can manually calculate the pressure altitude. Thats your true airspeed. Subtract it from 29.92.

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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

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