Question

Where is the static port mounted?

(a) On the fuselage of an aircraft

(b) On the nose of an aircraft

(c) On the engine of an aircraft

(d) On the tail of an aircraft

I have been asked this question in homework.

My enquiry is from Instrument Shop topic in division Instrument Shop of Aircraft Maintenance

Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) On the fuselage of an aircraft

For explanation I would say: The static port is mounted on the fuselage of an aircraft. The port is located at such a position where it can access the air flow in a relatively undisturbed area.