Avionics advances shape the future of flight

Authors :: Klaus, Leigh Ann
Source :: Defense Electronics. Oct, 1994, Vol. 26 Issue 10, p21, 3 p.
Publication Year :: 1994
Abstract: Avionics advances will help establish safer conditions during commercial flights. These advances include better communication, better advanced warning of troublesome environmental conditions such as windshear and better landing and navigation equipment. Avionics advances also include improving traffic-alert and collision-avoidance systems, which have been used since 1981.<br />Most of us, at one time or another, have experienced the frustration and inconvenience of a delayed or canceled flight, or have been concerned about reaching our destination safely. Although [...]