As part of a series on the A330neo, we focus on how this aircraft’s cockpit embodies new technology, ergonomics and commonality to complement the larger A350 in an airline’s fleet mix. To guide us through this topic, we spoke with two Airbus experts: test pilots Captain Jean-Michel Roy...
A330 MRTT - The Tanker of Choice A STEP CHANGE IN STRATEGIC AIR TRANSPORT PASSENGER CAPACITY • Standard: 268 passengers, in a two-class configuration • Maximum: 300 passengers, in Economy-class The A330 MRTT's extensive cabin provides greater comfort and a flexible cabin interior layout....
Recording system operation CVR system The CVR recorded the total audio environment in the cockpit area, which may include crew conversation, radio transmissions, aural alarms, control movements, switch activations, engine noise and airflow noise. The CVR installed in VH-QPA retained the last 2 ...
Recording system operation CVR system The CVR recorded the total audio environment in the cockpit area, which may include crew conversation, radio transmissions, aural alarms, control movements, switch activations, engine noise and airflow noise. The CVR installed in VH-QPA retained the last 2 ...
“The A330neo cockpit also features ‘Autopilot / Flight Director Traffic Collision Avoidance System’ (AP/FD TCAS)mode. This is an enhancement whose timeline is associated with these new airliners. So for pilots in an A330neo, if they have traffic venturing close, then the automation can hel...
“The A330neo cockpit also features ‘Autopilot / Flight Director Traffic Collision Avoidance System’ (AP/FD TCAS)mode. This is an enhancement whose timeline is associated with these new airliners. So for pilots in an A330neo, if they have traffic venturing close, then the automation can hel...