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Old 4th November 2006 | 00:32
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Generally speaking IRS is a solid state unit using Ring Laser Gyros, i.e. no moving parts, and is incorporated in a FMS system. An INS unit on the other hand generally uses mechanical gyros and is a stand alone item, i.e. no FMS.

You are correct that Direct Lift Control only existed on the L1011.
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