FMC and CDU software, 747
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FMC and CDU software, 747
Could any kind soul tell me what the story is with FMC and CDU interchangeability on a 747-400? The centre CDU doesn't fill any of the FMC functions, only ACARS. Does it have a different software load as a result, rendering it unusable as a hot spare down-route? Can it be reconfigured? Is the hardware different?
Many thanks.
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Many thanks.
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Thanks for the info.
It's for a Sim using real LRUs. One of the keypads has a failed dimmer and they are not available direct from the manufacturer, only through the OEM manufacturer of the CDUs. I may have to cannibalise a couple of duff units. Time will tell.
It's for a Sim using real LRUs. One of the keypads has a failed dimmer and they are not available direct from the manufacturer, only through the OEM manufacturer of the CDUs. I may have to cannibalise a couple of duff units. Time will tell.
