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What is calibrated airspeed?

calibrated airspeed Indicated airspeed corrected for instrument and position errors, used for accurate performance calculations.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “calibrated airspeed” Used in Practice?

Pilot: Adjusted speed, calibrated airspeed now indicates 180 knots for climb profile.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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What is calibrated airspeed?

Indicated airspeed corrected for instrument and position errors, used for accurate performance calculations.

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