Airsystems PPT 5 Autopilot System
Airsystems PPT 5 Autopilot System
Airsystems PPT 5 Autopilot System
The EICAS system usually consists of two large CRTs installed in the
middle of the instrument panel. The two CRTs may be arranged
vertically or horizontally depending on the particular aircraft
involved.
The EICAS system has two main types of information that are
displayed, as the name implies. The engine indication function
displays numerous powerplant instruments in standard columns
depending on how many engines the aircraft has.
The crew alerting system function consists of many sensors located
throughout the aircraft that monitor all the major systems such as
engines, electrical, hydraulic, bleed air, pressurization, etc. These
sensors are monitored by computer and any faults or abnormal
readings are displayed to the flight crew.
HAU | Prepared by: Engr. Jan Glenndale L. Punsalan
HAU | Prepared by: Engr. Jan Glenndale L. Punsalan
Engine Indication And Crew Alerting System (EICAS)
Computers in Aircraft
This is a three axis autopilot that can control the aircraft during
climbs, descents, cruise flight and during instrument approaches.
It also has an auto-throttle system which will automatically
control engine power or thrust.
Some AFCS autopilots have auto-land capability where the
autopilot can actually land the airplane on the runway. These
types of autopilots require many back-up systems and high levels
of redundancy.