CAA NZ AME Instruments Practice Questions - CAA NZ Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence Examination - Subject 12 Instruments Exam

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What creates the differential pressure across the diaphragm in a conventional Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) during a climb?

A calibrated leak (capillary tube) restricting static pressure change in the instrument case relative to the diaphragm. A direct ram pressure line connected to the lower chamber of the diaphragm. A pitot pressure diaphragm connected via a mechanical metering valve. A bimetallic temperature compensation lever acting on the case volume.

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A calibrated leak (capillary tube) restricting static pressure change in the instrument case relative to the diaphragm.

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