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CA.I.G.K1gFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Knowledge

g. Avionics

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Airplane systems, including: g. Avionics

Bottom line

To avoid potentially dangerous distractions when flying with advanced avionics, the pilot must know how to manage the course deviation indicator (CDI), the navigation source, and the autopilot. Electronic flight displays do not replace basic flight knowledge and skills; they are a tool for improving flight safety.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-31) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. PHAK ch. 3 (p. 3-1) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. RMH Glossary — FAA-H-8083-2A
  4. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-30) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-23) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  6. AFH ch. 5, Mechanical Factors; Human Factors (p. 5-2) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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