Abstract The measurement of airspeed is a vital component in the determination of airworthiness. There are many ways in which to measure airspeed, as well as many different definitions. The most widespread method however, is that of a Pitot-static system, which applies Bernoulli’s equation of incompressible flow to determine airspeed using pressure measurements. This chapter will discuss the various definitions of airspeeds, the different types of Pitot-static systems, how the measurements are used in the calculation of airspeed, and the methods commonly in use to calibrate Pitot-static systems.
The Pitot-Static System
Initial Airworthiness ; 45-82
2nd ed. 2018
2018-01-01
38 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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