Instrumentationmedium#408
The vertical speed indicator (VSI) measures:
A
True vertical speed
B
Rate of change of dynamic pressure
C
Rate of change of pitot pressure
D
Rate of change of static pressure
CorrectExplanation
The VSI measures the rate of change of static pressure using a calibrated leak (metering unit) to display rate of climb or descent.
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