OK. Instead of shooting the messenger, let's get the message correct. The operation of the pitot is an example of Bernoulli's Theorem put into practice.
Here's a nice little video that explains how Bernoulli's theorem can be applied to determine the speed of the air, relative to an aircraft. What I mean by that is that you have to think of the aircraft as being stationary and the air being in motion. Or perhap your could think of the indication on the ASI if an aircraft was tied down into wind and the wind had a velocity greater than the minimum number of the ASI dial.
What Are Pitot Tubes And How Do They Work?
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OK. Instead of shooting the messenger, let's get the message correct. The operation of the pitot is an example of Bernoulli's Theorem put into practice.
Here's a nice little video that explains how Bernoulli's theorem can be applied to determine the speed of the air, relative to an aircraft. What I mean by that is that you have to think of the aircraft as being stationary and the air being in motion. Or perhap your could think of the indication on the ASI if an aircraft was tied down into wind and the wind had a velocity greater than the minimum number of the ASI dial.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DW4rItB20h4