Fly-by-wire
Hello all,
Can anyone here help explain how the fly-by-wire system works in simple terms?
From what I've understood, it is an Electronic Flight Control System. The pilots inputs on the joystick are fed to the computer, the computer then analyzes these inputs and tells the servo actuator to move the flight control surfaces with the help of a hydraulic system.
The advantages of this system is that it reduces the overall weight of the aircraft and also sees to it that the operating limits of the flight are not exceeding even if the pilot induces erratic changes onto the joystick. Also, the computer makes changes on its own when deemed necessary by the computer without any inputs from the pilot.
Have I missed out on anything?
I am a CPL holder without any jet experience. I am preparing for an interview so would like to know about the fly-by-wire system. Also helps in knowing otherwise as well.
Thank you in advance.