Cartes-fiches
In classical aircraft engineering, an aircraft is subdivided in which three groups?
airframe, engine and systems
What are the three system groups of an A/C?
Structure, vehicle system, avionic system
What is the function of the airframe?
- complex and integrated set of structural components
- supports the mass of systems and PAX
- carries loads and stresses
- also known as the “platform”
What is the function of the vehicle system?
- also known as general or utility system
- enables the A/C to fly safely
- provides an adequate environment for crew and PAX
What is the function of the avionic system?
provides information, control and communication functions that enable the aircraft to fulfil its operational role
What is the Flight control system?
- nowadays usually a Fly-by-Wire (FBW) system
- pilot control input is elaborated on the basis of air data, A/C attitude etc. to issue the proper control surface deflections that will effect the desired aircraft motion
What is the Engine control system?
in most recent aircraft a Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) system
What is the Air data system?
provides airspeed, altitude, air temperature, rate of climb or descent information
