The Directional Gyro is a gyroscopic navigation instrument designed to provide the pilot with a constant directional reference that is not subject to characteristics of a magnetic compass that cause errors.
An air operated instrument which indicates compass headings through 360 degrees. The gyro is functional during dives, climbs or banks up to 55 degrees displacement from level flight. Dial has m...
The RCA-11A series of vacuum directional gyros utilize and air driven precision gyro that controls a vertical rotating azimuth gimbal. The R.C. Allen Model RCA11A has been designed to provide a long life of accurate opperation even when subjected to severe operating requirements. This instrument is engineered with a minimum of machined parts, providing lower initial cost and lower maintenance cost throught its lifetime.