landing process
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landing process
Sorry if it is a stupid question, but has been long on my mind, so I'll just ask.
I'm wondering how much are computers used when landing the common jets (Airbus 320/319, Boeing 737s)?
Is it possible to just set up some sort of a glidepath etc. and push a button and not even touch the yoke to land the plane - and drink coffee instead
?
If it is - is it common to do so?
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I'm wondering how much are computers used when landing the common jets (Airbus 320/319, Boeing 737s)?
Is it possible to just set up some sort of a glidepath etc. and push a button and not even touch the yoke to land the plane - and drink coffee instead
? If it is - is it common to do so?
Thanks
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Perhaps it would be surprising to hear I am not allowed to auto-land the jet I fly. I can only manual land it for the time being until I have my 'Low visibility procedures' sim training.
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The bottom line - Yes, the design intent is full automation, and it is fully capable of autoland.
But the judgement and redundancy of human pilots is what makes autoland safe and reliable.
But the judgement and redundancy of human pilots is what makes autoland safe and reliable.
