Flight Instruments and Their Functions

The video tutorial covers the basic flight instruments found in propeller aircraft, including the magnetic compass, airspeed indicator, attitude indicator, altimeter, turn coordinator, heading indicator, vertical speed indicator, and tachometer. Each instrument's function and importance in flight safety are explained, along with specific details such as calibration, pressure measurement, and speed settings. The video also outlines the compulsory instruments required by the Australian Aviation Authority for legal visual flight.

What is the primary purpose of the basic six flight instruments in propeller aircraft?

• To provide entertainment during flight

• To enhance passenger comfort

• To improve fuel efficiency

• To give pilots an understanding of the aircraft's heading, altitude, and speed

How does the magnetic compass differ from true north?

• It is based on the sun's position

• It is based on magnetic north, which moves throughout the year

• It is based on the aircraft's speed

• It is based on the pilot's input

What does the airspeed indicator measure?

• The aircraft's indicated airspeed using dynamic pressure

• The aircraft's fuel level

• The aircraft's altitude

• The aircraft's engine temperature

What does the attitude indicator show when the blue part is visible?

• The aircraft is increasing altitude

• The aircraft is turning left

• The aircraft is descending

• The aircraft is turning right

How does the altimeter determine altitude?

• By measuring the aircraft's speed

• By measuring the engine's RPM

• By measuring the outside temperature

• By measuring the static pressure and using aneroid capsules

What does the turn coordinator indicate?

• The aircraft's fuel level

• The aircraft's altitude

• The aircraft's speed

• Whether the aircraft is in a left or right turn and if it's slipping or skidding

What is the purpose of the heading indicator?

• To measure the aircraft's altitude

• To indicate the aircraft's fuel level

• To provide a stable reference for the aircraft's heading

• To measure the aircraft's speed

How does the vertical speed indicator work?

• By measuring the outside temperature

• By measuring the aircraft's fuel consumption

• By measuring the difference in static pressure over time

• By measuring the engine's RPM

What does the tachometer measure?

• The aircraft's fuel level

• The rotational shaft speed of the engine in RPM

• The aircraft's speed

• The aircraft's altitude

Which of the following is a compulsory instrument for legal visual flight according to the Australian Aviation Authority?

• A fuel gauge

• A GPS device

• A compass

• A radio