Chapter 12: Gyro and Standby Compass System

CHAPTER TWELVE

GYRO AND STANDBY COMPASS SYSTEM

1200. INTRODUCTION

As student aviators, it is necessary for you to become familiar with the T-34C gyro compass

system. You must also become familiar with the location, operation, and purpose of various

components to be able to operate the T-34C gyro compass system effectively. Your

understanding of this lesson will enhance your ability to interpret cockpit instruments and

navigate safely.

1201. LESSON TOPIC LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Terminal Objective

12.0 Upon completion of this chapter, the student will demonstrate knowledge of the T-34C

gyro compass and standby magnetic compass systems characteristics.

Enabling Objectives

12.1

State the location and purpose of the Radio Magnetic Indicator (RMI).

12.2

Describe the RMI system components.

12.3

Describe the location and purpose of the slaving accessory.

12.4

State the location and purpose of the flux detector.

12.5

Describe the location, purpose and function of the directional gyro.

12.6

Describe the function of the slaving accessory.

12.7

Describe the location and purpose of the failure flag.

12.8

Identify the gyro compass system electrical power requirements.

12.9

Describe the location and purpose of the compass switches.

12.10 Explain the operating characteristics of the compass slave switch.

12.11 Explain the operating characteristics of the slave left-right switch.

12.12 Describe the location and purpose of the RMI disable switch.

12.13 Explain the purpose and location of the magnetic compass.

12.14 Describe the magnetic compass and its limitations.

GYRO AND STANDBY COMPASS SYSTEMS

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