altimeter

[US]/'æltɪmiːtə/
[UK]/æl'tɪmətɚ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. altimeter
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

radar altimeter

radio altimeter

Example Sentences

The altimeter showed that the plane was descending.

It includes the function of vacuometer, atmospheric pressure altimeter, thermometer (environment) and pressuremeter (for example the standard pressure meter of sphygmomanometer calibration).

The pilot checked the altimeter before takeoff.

The altimeter showed that we were flying at 30,000 feet.

The mountaineer uses an altimeter to track elevation changes.

The altimeter readings indicated a sudden drop in altitude.

The altimeter is a crucial instrument for aviation.

Pilots rely on the altimeter for accurate altitude information.

The altimeter is calibrated to provide precise measurements.

The altimeter reading must be cross-checked with other instruments.

The altimeter setting needs to be adjusted for accurate readings.

Instruments like the altimeter help maintain aircraft safety.

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