Aircraft Systems
Technical information covering the various systems found in a light aircraft.
This post details the pitot static system which provides pressure readings to the three pressure-based primary flight instruments: the airspeed indicator, the altimeter, and the vertical speed indicator.
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28 September 2022
An aircraft electrical system includes an engine driven generator which provides a continuous source of electricity once the engine is running.
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28 September 2022
Learn more about an aircraft’s tail section with a focus on the tail’s impact in three primary areas: stability, control, and trim.
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18 May 2022
The altimeter is one of the primary flight instruments and is used to measure vertical height. This post covers operating principles and altimeter design.
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27 June 2023
Are you setting your mixture correctly during flight? Why it's important, and how to operate your airplane engine safely and efficiently.
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21 March 2024
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