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The correct ANSWER is (a) True

For explanation: True, the greater the FREQUENCY shift the further the distance TRAVELED. Such altimeters function by INTERPRETING the time taken by a radio signal, to reflect from the surface of earth back to the aircraft. This information is then USED to calculate the altitude of the aircraft.

The correct answer is (a) True

To elaborate: True, the Pitot tube is most commonly LOCATED on the wing assembly of an aircraft. The tube is PLACED in such a WAY that its opening is exposed to the RELATIVE wind so that maximum air contact TAKES place.

Correct ANSWER is (a) On the fuselage of an aircraft

For explanation I would say: The static port is mounted on the fuselage of an aircraft. The port is LOCATED at such a POSITION where it can access the AIR FLOW in a relatively undisturbed area.

Right choice is (d) INSIDE the cabin of the AIRCRAFT

The explanation: An ALTERNATIVE static port is located inside the cabin of the aircraft. The alternate port acts as a backup, in case the external static port(s) are BLOCKED.

The correct CHOICE is (c) THRUST

For explanation: Thrust is not determined using the pitot-static system. However, the other three parameters ALTITUDE, MACH number and AIRSPEED are determined using the pitot-static system.

The correct option is (a) ENGINE Failure

Explanation: The two additional RADIAL markings on the AIRSPEED INDICATOR, ONE red and one blue, are associated with potential engine failure. The radial red line indicates Vmc and the radial blue line indicates VYSE.

Right ANSWER is (B) Dynamic PRESSURE

For explanation: The difference between the pitot pressure and the static pressure is CALLED dynamic pressure. The greater the dynamic pressure, the higher is the AIRSPEED.

The CORRECT ANSWER is (C) Greater

The BEST I can explain: At an instant where the aircraft is moving forward, the air entering the aircraft’s Pitot tube will be at a greater pressure than the static line. This phenomenon in turn causes the diaphragm to flex thus moving the pointer.

The correct answer is (d) VYSE

The explanation is: VYSE refers to the SPEED for best rate of climb with the critical engine inoperative. It is INDICATED on the airspeed INDICATOR in multi-engine AIRCRAFT that include RADIAL markings on the ASI.

The correct choice is (a) Pitot TUBE

To explain: RAM air enters the SYSTEM through the Pitot tube. The tube MAY be blocked, because of dirt or failure to remove the pitot cover. Such blockage will prevent ram air from entering the system.

The correct answer is (a) True

Explanation: True, a pilot of a jet airplane, NEEDS both an airspeed INDICATOR and a Mach meter. The ASI should INCLUDE a red-and-white striped pointer that AUTOMATICALLY moves to indicate the applicable speed limit at a particular instant of TIME.

The correct option is (d) Pascal

To elaborate: Pascal is not a UNIT of measurement for airspeed. HOWEVER, kilometers per hour, knots and MILES per hour, are all used to indicate airspeed. The airspeed might be DISPLAYED in two units as well.

The CORRECT choice is (c) Calibrated airspeed

Explanation: CAS refers to Calibrated airspeed. This airspeed is corrected for installation and instrument errors. Further, an airspeed CALIBRATION CHART is available for any remaining errors.

The CORRECT answer is (a) STATIC PORT

For explanation: Static pressure is measured from the static port. The pitot-static system is a system of pressure-sensitive INSTRUMENTS.

The correct option is (a) Zero

Easiest explanation: If both the Pitot TUBE and the STATIC system are blocked, the ASI POINTER will read zero on its SCALE. However, if the static ports are blocked but the Pitot tube remains open, the ASI will continue to operate, but will give INACCURATE readings.

Correct answer is (c) Ambient pressure

The explanation is: If the PITOT opening is blocked, but the DRAIN hole is open, it will cause the system pressure to drop to ambient pressure. Ambient pressure on an OBJECT refers to the pressure of the SURROUNDING MEDIUM.

The CORRECT answer is (d) Angle of attack

For explanation: The angle of attack DETERMINES when an aircraft will STALL. An aircraft can stall at any SPEED, so monitoring the airspeed ALONE will not prevent a stall.

Right choice is (a) LIFT

The explanation is: The Lift RESERVE INDICATOR provides a MEASURE of the amount of lift being generated, by an aircraft. The instrument USES a pressure differential system and provides the pilot a visual representation of reserve lifts available.

Right choice is (a) True

Easiest explanation: True, the ANGLE of attack indicator provides STALL SITUATIONAL awareness. It acts as a MEANS for monitoring the onset of the CRITICAL angle of attack.

Right option is (a) True

Best explanation: True, the PFD does not CONTAIN any MECHANICAL parts. The primary flight display is RESPONSIBLE for merely displaying data from the underlying mechanical SYSTEMS.

Correct choice is (c) RATE at which the temperature changes

Easy explanation: The vertical speed indicator indicates the rate at which the ALTITUDE changes. It is USUALLY represented with numbers in thousands of FEET per MINUTE.

The correct choice is (a) Boeing

Explanation: Cirrus Aircraft was the first GENERAL AVIATION manufacturer to add a PFD to the already existing MFD. Further, in 2003 the manufacturer MADE such displays standard equipment on their SR-series aircraft.

The correct choice is (d) Flaps

The best EXPLANATION: Flaps is not a necessary component of the PFD. However, altimeter, airspeed indicator and TURN coordinator are all necessary COMPONENTS of the PFD., as described by the FAA.

Correct answer is (B) Altitude above mean sea level

Explanation: AMSL refers to the altitude above mean sea level. The pitot SYSTEM in aircraft is used to measure the AMSL. This is because the pitot system is useful in TRACKING air pressure measurements, which are necessary to FIND AMSL.

The CORRECT ANSWER is (b) Heading display

For EXPLANATION: The heading display is shown at the bottom of the PFD. Airspeed indicator, vertical SPEED indicator and altitude indicator are displayed at different positions on the PFD.

The correct option is (d) 4000 feet per MINUTE

The explanation is: A measurement of “+4” on the vertical speed indicator indicates an ASCENT of 4000 feet per minute. Similarly, a measurement of “-1.5” indicates a DESCENT of 1500 feet per minute.

Right answer is (b) Airspeed

Best EXPLANATION: Thrust is not SHOWN on the heading display. However, the heading display shows not only the CURRENT heading, but also the current rate of turn, current heading setting on the autopilot, and other INDICATORS.

Right option is (b) False

The explanation is: The PFD does not DIRECTLY use the pitot-static system; however it still uses the system to make ALTITUDE, airspeed and other MEASUREMENTS PRECISELY using other readings.