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Old 21st May 2013, 04:55
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Dick Smith
 
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That’s the reason Collins and Universal have vertical barometric coupling, that is to give the required vertical accuracy. Without the coupling, the pilot is simply taking the reading from the altimeter - it is obvious that it would be even more accurate for the computer software to do this. That is what happens with Collins equipment and with Universal. I wonder when Garmin will come up to speed.
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