flight instruments

Flight instruments are tools inside an aircraft that provide pilots with crucial information about the plane’s position, speed, altitude, and orientation. Key instruments include the altimeter (height above ground), airspeed indicator (speed through air), attitude indicator (aircraft’s tilt and direction), compass or heading indicator (direction), and vertical speed indicator (rate of climb or descent). These instruments help pilots navigate safely, especially during poor visibility or at night, by offering real-time data about the aircraft's status and environment. They form the core system that guides a pilot in controlling the plane accurately and safely.