Pitot Tubes

Editorial Staff

Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 09:33 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Aircraft pitot-static systems are prone to various issues, including incorrect part installation, physical damage (e.g., cracks, fractures, or obstructions), and leaks in the system tubing or components.
These failures often lead to significant discrepancies between airspeed and altitude indicators, or even a complete loss of airspeed indication, potentially impacting other avionics.
Many critical pitot system faults may not be visible during routine visual inspections, necessitating specific functional tests for detection.
Repeated failures of certain pitot tube components highlight potential design flaws or manufacturing quality concerns.

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