Wednesday, 11 September 2024, 12:27 PM
Site: Fitting Aviation Learning Center Online Nexus
Course: Fitting Aviation Learning Center Online Nexus (F.A.L.C.O.N.)
Glossary: PHAK Glossary
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A.C.Alternating current. |
Absolute accuracyThe ability to determine present position in space independently, and is most often used by pilots. |
Absolute altitudeThe actual distance between an aircraft and the terrain over which it is flying. |
Absolute pressurePressure measured from the reference of zero pressure, or a vacuum. |
AccelerationForce involved in overcoming inertia, and which may be defined as a change in velocity per unit of time. |
Acceleration errorA magnetic compass error apparent when the aircraft accelerates while flying on an easterly or westerly heading, causing the compass card to rotate toward North. |