Attitude indicator

Definitions

• An instrument which uses an artificial horizon and miniature airplane to depict the position of the airplane in relation to the true horizon. The attitude indicator senses roll as well as pitch, which is the up and down movement of the airplane’s nos
• The foundation for all instrument flight, this instrument reflects the airplane’s attitude in relation to the horizon.

References

• Airplane Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2021
• Instrument Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2014