Aviation Dictionary

Pitot-static system

System that powers the airspeed altimeter and variometer by relying on air pressure differences to measure glider speed, altitude, and climb or sink rate.

Dictionary Term

Pitot-static system

Definition

System that powers the airspeed altimeter and variometer by relying on air pressure differences to measure glider speed, altitude, and climb or sink rate.

References

Glider Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2024