Flight Director Computer

Flight Director Computers are electronic devices used in aircraft to assist pilots in flying the aircraft accurately and safely. They are part of the Flight Instruments supply class, which includes various instruments used for navigation, control, and monitoring of the aircraft during flight.

Flight Director Computers receive information from various aircraft systems, such as the navigation system, autopilot, and flight management system. They process this information and provide guidance to the pilots through the flight director display, which is typically located on the primary flight display or the navigation display.

The Flight Director Computer calculates and displays important flight parameters, such as heading, altitude, airspeed, vertical speed, and flight path. It also provides guidance commands to the pilots, indicating the desired aircraft attitude and flight path to follow.

The Flight Director Computer takes into account factors such as wind, aircraft weight, and performance limitations to provide accurate guidance to the pilots. It helps pilots maintain the desired flight profile, follow instrument approaches, and perform various maneuvers during flight.

Flight Director Computers are critical components in modern aircraft, providing pilots with valuable guidance and enhancing flight safety. They are classified under the Instruments And Laboratory Equipment supply group, which includes a wide range of instruments and equipment used for aircraft testing, calibration, and research purposes.