Beruflich Dokumente
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OBJECTIVES:
To determine and arrange the appropriate instruments and equipment for the designed aircraft.
To provide a layout of the pitot-static system of the designed aircraft.
PROCEDURE:
A. Airspeed Indicator
The airspeed indicator or airspeed gauge is an instrument used in an aircraft to
display the craft's airspeed, typically in knots, to the pilot.
B. Altimeter
It measures the atmospheric pressure from a static port outside the aircraft. Air
pressure decreases with an increase of altitude.
D. Attitude Indicator
It is an instrument used in an aircraft to inform the pilot of the orientation of the
aircraft relative to Earth's horizon. It indicates pitch (fore and aft tilt) and bank (side to
side tilt) and is a primary instrument for flight in instrument meteorological conditions.
E. Heading Indicator
The heading indicator (also called an HI) is a flight instrument used in an aircraft to
inform the pilot of the aircraft's heading. A mechanical instrument designed to facilitate
the use of the magnetic compass. Errors in the magnetic compass are numerous, making
straight flight and precision turns to headings difficult to accomplish, particularly in
turbulent air.
F. Turn Indicator
There are two types of turn indicators available for aircraft. These are: the Turn
and Bank Indicator (T/B) and the Turn Coordinator (T/C). Both are driven by a
gyro and indicate the rate of turn but the turn coordinator can also indicate rate of
roll. The difference between these are where the T/B has a needle indicator and
the T/C has an aircraft picture on the face of the instrument.
A. Magnetic Compass
The compass shows the aircraft's heading relative to magnetic north. Errors include
Variation, or the difference between magnetic and true direction, and Deviation, caused
by the electrical wiring in the aircraft, which requires a Compass Correction Card.
A. Voltmeter
A voltmeter measures the amount of voltage left in the electrical system to provide for
communication equipment, navigation, and lights.
B. Throttle
The throttle or better known as the thrust lever sets the desired power level of the aircraft. It
controls the flow of the fuel and air mixture delivered to the cylinders.
C. Ignition Switch
The ignition switch applies power to the starter motor during engine start. It activates the
magnetos by opening the circuit. When the crankshaft turns, it turns the magnetos which
mechanically generate voltage for spark.
D. Elevator Trim Indicator
This equipment shows the amount of deflection of the elevator trim tab so that the pilot may
adjust it accordingly.
E. Pitot Heater Switch
The pitot heat makes sure the pitot system remains free of ice. Failed airspeed reading and
other instruments connected to the system can be serious.
F. Anti-Collision
Aircraft equipped with an anti-collision light system are required to operate that light system
during all types of operations.
G. Accelerometer
An accelerometer is an instrument that measures acceleration. It is used to monitor the
forces acting upon an airframe.
H. Stall Warning Indicator
This instrument monitors the AOA and allows the pilot to avoid a stall condition. The simplest
form of AOA indicator is a stall warning device that does not have a gauge located in the
cockpit. It uses an aural tone to warn of an impending stall due to an increase in AOA.