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Exploring the Intricacies of the Airspeed Indicator

Pilot's Life Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

Airspeed indicators work primarily by measuring air pressure differences around the aircraft. The speed indicator itself connects to a series of hollow pipes in the plane that connects to the various instruments on the flight deck, known as the pitot static system. The pitot system captures dynamic, moving air.

Pitot Tube

Pitot Tube Indicated Airspeed True Airspeed Calibrated Airspeed

The Turn Coordinator Explained

Pilot Institute

JANUARY 22, 2025

The rate of turn is dependent upon True Airspeed (TAS) and bank angle. In other words, for a higher True Airspeed, a greater bank angle is required to maintain the same rate of turn. This rate of turn is often referred to as the standard rate of turn.

Longitudinal Axis

Longitudinal Axis True Airspeed Instrument Flight Rules Knot

Aviator Connection

Exploring the Intricacies of the Airspeed Indicator

The Turn Coordinator Explained

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