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What are the Key Parts of a Plane?

WayMan

In pilot training, students learn to interpret readings from the Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD). They also become familiar with systems like the Flight Management System (FMS) and transponder , which helps air traffic control identify and track aircraft.

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Exploring the Essential Sections of an Aircraft: A Comprehensive Guide

Pilot's Life Blog

The cockpit, also called the flight deck, is where pilots use electronic flight instruments as part of a primary flight display. They will also communicate with air traffic control about any flight safety alerts should an issue arise with the electronic flight instrument displays.

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Cirrus Brings Safe Return Autoland to the SR G7+ Piston

AV Web

It uses ADS-B traffic data to predict and alert the pilot of potential runwayincursions from approaching aircraft or other aircraft on the runway. The first application for Garmins Emergency Autoland was nearly six years ago and until now has been limited to turbine-powered aircraft.

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Cirrus announces SR Series G7+ featuring Safe Return Emergency Autoland

Professional Pilot

Safe Return Emergency Autoland The Safe Return Emergency Autoland system uses a combination of advanced sensors, sophisticated algorithms and automated flight control systems to enable the aircraft to autonomously land safely without pilot input. Next steps are also clearly communicated over headsets.