Avionics

Stay ahead in aviation technology with Plane & Pilot Magazine’s Avionics section. Offering in-depth reviews, expert analyses, and the latest news on aircraft electronics, we cover everything from glass cockpits and autopilots to navigation systems and safety enhancements. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or an aviation enthusiast, our content keeps you informed about the advancements shaping modern flight.

Flight Management Systems

Airline and bizjet pilots have been using flight management system (FMS) technology for almost 30 years, but it’s new to general aviation pilots. From the beginning, the FMS has appeared to the pilot as a control unit with at least two features: a keypad to enter waypoints and an alphanumeric display to show navigation and performance data. That’s still true for most FMS displays, though some now provide graphical features, and not all GA installations include a keypad. The FMS can also drive navigation instruments (or the PFD on a glass panel).
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