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| This view was taken
with the canopy closed to show the above-ground-level altimeter mounted
on the canopy cross-beam. This altimeter can be set to actual ground level
just before takeoff and used as a reference when practicing maneuvers. Unlike
aircraft altimeters which have a limited zero-set range, it can be set to
zero at any altitude. It can also be used to create a simulated "hard-deck"
at any altitude.
This skydiving altimeter has handy color markings below 3000 and 2500 feet AGL to give a quick visual cue of present altitude without having to "do the math" associated with flying out of a 2300' MSL airport such as Las Vegas or Boulder City. The altimeter is mounted with nylon tie wraps and may be easily removed if desired. This photo was taken inside the hangar with a flash and unfortunately, the glare obscures the actual instrument. I will replace this photo as soon as I get out to the airport and take a new picture in the sunlight. |
