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Old 11th Jul 2011, 19:14
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Originally posted by HazelNuts39
I wonder on what consideration you base that assumption. On the basis of how a pitot tube 'works', it is not plausible at all.
From Airbus Abnormal Procedures 2.05.80:
Drain Holes Free:
The IAS may fluctuate or drop quickly towards the sticker shaker speed. The IAS behavior depends on the condition of the pitot tube drain holes.
The sensed Pt drops quickly towards static pressure (Ps).
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