Using Your D3
D3 Pilot’s Guide 4-7
GPS Vertical Speed depicts the rate of climb or descent of the aircraft in thousands of feet per
minute or meters per second as determined by the D3’s GPS. GPS vertical speed will not always
match the indication provided by your aircraft’s static-based vertical speed indicator, and should
not be used as a replacement for one. In the example above, the GPS Vertical Speed is indicating
no climb or descent.
Figure 9 - GPS Vertical Speed
The Slip/Skid Ball provides a visual representation of lateral acceleration. When the ball is within
the two vertical lines, the aircraft is in coordinated flight. The slip/skid ball operates
independently of GPS reception.
Figure 10 - Slip / Skid Ball
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