Unit 5 Aviaition Flashcard

Front

The creation of the glass cockpit was motivated by _______.

Back

the need to increase efficiency and safety

Front

A directional gyro is an instrument that shows an aircraft’s heading.

Back

True

Front

Landmarks that are most commonly included on VFR Sectional Charts are _______.

Back

roads and railways

Front

Composite materials are used to build aircraft because they _______.

Back

are lightweight and durable

Front

Advances in aviation technology are driven by _______.

Back

the need for aviation to be safer and more efficient

Front

Fly-by-wire technology means that the pilot's actions turned into ___, which computers use to move the aircraft's control surfaces.

Back

electronic signals

Front

Are VFR Sectional Charts designed for visual navigation of high-speed and low altitude aircraft?

Back

False