1. instruments that detect small changes in atmospheric pressure, especially used in aviation to measure altitude variations
Usage: aviation; technical

Examples

• The pilot checked the statoscopes before takeoff to ensure accurate altitude readings.
• Modern aircraft rely on electronic statoscopes for precise navigation.
• The statoscopes detected a slight pressure drop as the plane climbed.
• Weather stations use statoscopes to monitor atmospheric pressure changes.
• The sensitive statoscopes can measure pressure variations as small as 0.1 millibars.
• Aviation students learn to read statoscopes during flight training.