Instrumentationeasy#413
The attitude indicator (artificial horizon) uses a gyroscope with its spin axis:
A
Vertical (Earth-referenced)
CorrectB
Horizontal
C
Aligned with the aircraft longitudinal axis
D
Aligned with magnetic north
Explanation
The attitude indicator uses an Earth-gyro with its spin axis vertical, providing pitch and bank reference.
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