The Pitot-Static System: How It Works
Pilot Institute
DECEMBER 12, 2024
These two simple features power three of the most important cockpit instruments. Key Takeaways The pitot-static system measures airspeed, altitude, and vertical speed. Temperature also affects the altimetercolder air makes your true altitude lower than indicated, so pilots should account for this, especially over mountains.
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