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. To find True Airspeed (TAS), youll need to account for these effects. The atmospheric, or static pressure, varies with altitude and weather.
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