Check Autopilot For Proper Operation Flashcards
1
Q
What are the basic subsystems of an automatic flight control system?
A
Command, error-sensing, correction, and follow-up
2
Q
What type of device is normally used in the error-sensing subsystem?
A
Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric
3
Q
What is the purpose of the follow-up subsystem?
A
Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric
4
Q
What is the purpose of the folliw-up subsystem in an autopilot?
A
It stops the control movement when the surface has deflected the proper amount for the signal by the error sensor
