Newbie Question

[Av8r3400]

Static ports are part of the pitot-static system that gives air pressure to the airspeed, altimeter and rate of climb instruments.

The "port" is the opening to get this static air pressure signal.


Good question.

[jtpitkin06]

What are static ports on an airplane?

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John Pitkin
Greenville, Texas

[Sabre]

Before I trim the vertical stabilizer trailing edge (fairing) I wanted to check were exactly to trim. It appears that trimming at the bottom of the rib is the spot but, ascetically trimming to the bottom of the tubing (fuselage) just above the tailwheel mounting plate (looks like it will make installing the tailwheel harder and might complicate the covering process?) might be better? I attached a pic with arrows, appreciate any input. Thanks.

[jrevens]

Sabre,

I trimmed mine to the upper arrow on your photo.

[Danh]

Same with my trim, the upper mark on the wood rib

[Dave S]

Sabre,

Here is a pre-covering photo of the area you are asking about (It is upside down compared to your photo) - The fairing was cut at what would be the upper option on your photo, and, the area forward of the bolt plate was filled in to make a smooth transition.

It's a trigear but the bolt plate is the same for the tailspring or tailskid.

Sincerely,

Dave S
KF7 Trigear
912ULS Warp Drive