What is Federal Supply Class 6610?

FSC 6610 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 6610) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Flight Instruments.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 6610?

NSC 6610 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 6610 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Flight Instruments.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 6610 in?

FSC 6610 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 66 which contains Instruments and Laboratory Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 6610 in?

NSC 6610is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 66 which contains Instruments and Laboratory Equipment.

What is a Pressure Altimeter?

A Pressure Altimeter (ALTIMETER,PRESSURE) is a barometric type instrument which measures altitude above a given datum plane when adjusted to the correct altimeter setting number. Excludes ALTIMETER, SURVEYING.

What is an Attitude Indicator?

An Attitude Indicator (INDICATOR,ATTITUDE) is an indicator which presents information showing the roll and pitch angles of an aircraft in relation to the earth.

What is a Pitot Tube?

A Pitot Tube is a device used to measure the total pressure of a fluid stream.

What is a Pitot-Static Tube?

A Pitot-Static Tube is a device consisting of a PITOT TUBE and a STATIC TUBE combined to simultaneously measure total and static pressure in a fluid stream. It is used in connection with a manometer. It may have an integrated Total Temperature sensor capable of providing temperatureoutput readings when part of a mult-functio n probe.

What is a Static Tube?

A Static Tube is a device provided with opening(s) which receive the barometric pressure of the atmosphere for transmission to various instruments.

What is a Vertical Velocity Indicator?

A Vertical Velocity Indicator (INDICATOR,VERTICAL VELOCITY) is an indicator which indicates the rate of an aircraft's ascent or descent.

What is a Mechanical Accelerometer?

A Mechanical Accelerometer (ACCELEROMETER,MECHANICAL) is an accelerometer which is self-indicating. It may have minimum and maximum acceleration record pointers in addition to the instantaneous velocity rate change pointer. It may be equipped with an immediate acting manual reset provision to correlate the pointers in preparation for new readings.

What is a Position Indicator?

A Position Indicator (INDICATOR,POSITION) is an instrument that displays the relative position of a remote movable structure.

What is an Air Data Computer?

An Air Data Computer (COMPUTER,AIR DATA) is a computer specifically designed to convert basic air data input signals into electrical output signals representing the necessary flight parameters such as pressure altitude, mach number, airspeed, and impact pressure. See also COMPUTER, AIR SPEED; COMPUTER, ALTIMETER-PRESSURE; COMPUTER, ALTITUDE; COMPUTER, MACH NUMBER; COMPUTER, PRESSURE-ALTITUDE; COMPUTER, TRUE WIND DIRECTION AND INTENSITY; and COMPUTER, ZONE WIND.

What is a Head-Up Display Unit?

A Head-Up Display Unit (DISPLAY UNIT,HEAD-UP) is an electro-optical device which utilizes a cathode ray tube (CRT),or other methods such as, but not limited to digital light processor (DLP), or liquid crystal projector collimating lenses, and a combiner glass, to project a graphic display of data in the operator's field of view. This permits the operator to view the data while maintaining normal head-up position and without obstructing normal field of vision.

What is an Air Speed Indicator?

An Air Speed Indicator (INDICATOR,AIR SPEED) is an indicator calibrated in units which measures forward velocity.

What is a Flight Data Recorder?

A Flight Data Recorder (RECORDER,FLIGHT DATA) is an item designed to record flight data on paper, tape or disk, thus enabling the reconstruction of preceding events.

What is a Fuel Management Computer?

A Fuel Management Computer (COMPUTER,FUEL MANAGEMENT) is a computer specifically designed to compute individual fuel tank quantities, total fuel quantities, center of gravity, and air refueling.

What is a Flight Information Display Unit?

A Flight Information Display Unit (DISPLAY UNIT,FLIGHT INFORMATION) is an indicator unit which processes flight data such as attitude, altitude, air speed, barametric pressure, and the like, and displays the results on a cathode ray tube, liquid crystal display or active matrix liquid crystal display.

What is a Fuel Management Panel?

A Fuel Management Panel (PANEL,FUEL MANAGEMENT) is a panel which provides the controls and displays necessary to monitor fuel quantity and distribution. It is capable of directing the flow of fuel throughout the fuel system.

What is a Control-Display Unit?

A Control-Display Unit is a component which performs the dual function of presenting visual information from other sources such as flight instruments and regulating the mode of operation of those sources. The item is essential for operation of the equipment.

What is a Preset Command Information Servo Controlled Altimeter?

A Preset Command Information Servo Controlled Altimeter (ALTIMETER,SERVO CONTROLLED,PRESET COMMAND INFORMATION) is a servo controlled instrument which measures altitude by tape indication transmitted by synchro from a remote source. Consists of command information and barometric pressure counters. It employs a zero setting system to permit the altimeter to be set at zero altitude at an existing ground level. The item is designed for use in aircraft where accuracy is required to meet altitude separation requirements. See also INTRAFORMATION POSITIONING SET.

Flight Instruments - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 6610

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 6610

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 66 Instruments and Laboratory Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 66 Instruments and Laboratory Equipment

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Flight Instruments
Codified by United Kingdom

66	10	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 6610 is a specific classification within NATO Supply Group 66, which is dedicated to Instruments and Laboratory Equipment.

NATO Supply Class 6610 specifically focuses on Flight Instruments. Flight instruments are essential tools used in aviation to provide pilots with crucial information about the aircraft's performance, navigation, and other important parameters during flight. These instruments are designed to ensure safe and efficient operation of the aircraft.

Some examples of flight instruments that fall under NATO Supply Class 6610 include altimeters, airspeed indicators, attitude indicators, compasses, vertical speed indicators, turn and slip indicators, and many others. These instruments are typically used in various types of aircraft, including airplanes, helicopters, and other aerial vehicles.

The purpose of NATO Supply Class 6610 is to provide a standardized classification system for flight instruments within the NATO inventory. This classification helps in the organization, procurement, and maintenance of these instruments across NATO member countries.

By categorizing flight instruments under NATO Supply Class 6610, it becomes easier for NATO member countries to identify, track, and exchange information about these instruments. This classification also facilitates efficient logistics and supply chain management for flight instruments within the NATO framework.

In summary, NATO Supply Class 6610 is a specific classification within NATO Supply Group 66 that focuses on Flight Instruments. It helps in the standardized categorization, procurement, and maintenance of these instruments within the NATO inventory.

FSC 6610 Flight Instruments - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Air Speed Indicators; Rate of Climb Indicators; Bank and Turn Indicators; Pitot Tubes; Gyro Horizon Indicators; Attitude Gyro Indicators.

Excludes Navigational Instruments (FSC 6605).

Note-Infrared assemblies (including sub-assemblies and components) designed specifically for use as or with instruments and laboratory equipment are included in the classes of this group. Also included are computers (including computer assemblies, computer systems and components) designed specifically for use with instruments and laboratory equipment.

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