Pilot Institute

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The respective instruments for showing these readings are: The Airspeed Indicator (ASI) The Altimeter The Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) Components of the Pitot-Static System Have you ever noticed the little L-shaped component on the front of an airplane? How Does the System Give Inputs to the Altimeter? Cool, right?

Pitot Tube 98

Pitot Tube Altimeter Descent Airplanes 98

Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

In a round-dial cockpit, the six-pack of gauges are the core of the flight instruments. These cockpits combine all traditional instruments on multi-function displays (MFDs). This is called the Primary Flight Display (PFD). They are independent mechanical instruments that provide individual readings.

Cockpit 52

Cockpit Pilot Weather Primary Flight Display 52

Pilot Institute

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Use your GPS and primary flight display to track your flight path. Use your altimeter, vertical speed indicator, and other instruments to double-check that youre flying the approach correctly. No temperature worries: Unlike barometric altimeters, WAAS signals arent affected by extreme temperatures.

Approach 52

Approach Pilot Descent Airplanes 52