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What is the Pitot-Static System and How Does it Work?

Northstar VFR

Overview of the Pitot-Static System The pitot-static system is a network of ports, tubes and lines that utilizes ambient (static) and dynamic pressure for the operation of the airspeed indicator (ASI), altimeter, and vertical speed indicator (VSI). The pitot tube is a peculiar looking probe on aircraft to our non-flying friends.

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Exploring the Intricacies of the Airspeed Indicator

Pilot's Life Blog

Aircraft contain all kinds of wonderous indicators and instruments to measure velocity, altitude, weather conditions, etc. True to its name, the airspeed indicator tells you how fast the plane is going and is important for flight planning and maintaining aircraft performance. The pitot system captures dynamic, moving air.