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Forum: Tech Log

21st Aug 2013, 21:47

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Autopilot disconnection protocol

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Posted By ColinBJ

Autopilot disconnection protocol

A paper suggests that a new protocol for sudden autopilot disconnection (as opposed to e.g. more pilot training) might have averted some high-profile accidents.

Redesign for sudden autopilot...

Forum: Rumours & News

20th Feb 2013, 11:48

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FAA Grounds 787s

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Posted By ColinBJ

@CockneySteve No, what PP proposes is quite...

@CockneySteve

No, what PP proposes is quite feasible. This is an example of energy from braking where the power does not need to be stored even momentarily, but is tapped directly as required. As...

Forum: Rumours & News

25th Aug 2012, 15:30

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United Overweight Takeoff on Computer Mistake Prompts Changes

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Posted By ColinBJ

Mass is still relevant, because if your mass is...

Mass is still relevant, because if your mass is higher than you expect, not only will your acceleration be lower, but your safe takeoff speed will be higher - a double whammy.

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