Manual of Avionics by Brain Kendel
The Manual of Avionics by Brian Kendel is a comprehensive guidebook designed to provide a detailed understanding of various avionics systems used in aircraft. This book is recommended for the following DGCA / EASA Modules:
- Module 11 TURBINE AEROPLANE AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS
- Module 13 AIRCRAFT AERODYNAMICS, STRUCTURES AND SYSTEMS
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The book is divided into 18 chapters, each covering a specific topic related to avionics.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Avionics
This chapter provides an overview of avionics, including the history and evolution of avionics systems. It also covers the various types of avionics systems used in aircraft.
Chapter 2: Communication Systems
This chapter covers the different types of communication systems used in aircraft, including VHF, UHF, and HF communication systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of communication systems.
Chapter 3: Navigation Systems
This chapter covers the different types of navigation systems used in aircraft, including inertial navigation systems, global positioning systems (GPS), and radio navigation systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of navigation systems.
Chapter 4: Flight Control Systems
This chapter covers the different types of flight control systems used in aircraft, including mechanical, hydraulic, and fly-by-wire flight control systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of flight control systems.
Chapter 5: Weather Radar Systems
This chapter covers the different types of weather radar systems used in aircraft, including pulse and doppler radar systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of weather radar systems.
Chapter 6: Autopilot Systems
This chapter covers the different types of autopilot systems used in aircraft, including analog and digital autopilot systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of autopilot systems.
Chapter 7: Aircraft Instrumentation
This chapter covers the different types of instruments used in aircraft, including altimeters, airspeed indicators, and gyroscopes. It also explains the working principle and applications of aircraft instrumentation.
Chapter 8: Flight Management Systems
This chapter covers the different types of flight management systems used in aircraft, including flight planning and navigation systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of flight management systems.
Chapter 9: Satellite Communication Systems
This chapter covers the different types of satellite communication systems used in aircraft, including satellite phones and internet systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of satellite communication systems.
Chapter 10: Electronic Flight Bag
This chapter covers the electronic flight bag (EFB) used in aircraft, including its components and capabilities. It also explains the working principle and applications of EFBs.
Chapter 11: Air Traffic Control Systems
This chapter covers the different types of air traffic control (ATC) systems used in aircraft, including radar and communication systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of ATC systems.
Chapter 12: In-Flight Entertainment Systems
This chapter covers the different types of in-flight entertainment systems used in aircraft, including audio and video systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of in-flight entertainment systems.
Chapter 13: Electronic Warfare Systems
This chapter covers the different types of electronic warfare systems used in aircraft, including radar warning receivers and electronic countermeasure systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of electronic warfare systems.
Chapter 14: Aircraft Electrical Systems
This chapter covers the different types of electrical systems used in aircraft, including generators, batteries, and electrical distribution systems. It also explains the working principle and applications of aircraft electrical systems.
Chapter 15: Aircraft Lighting Systems
This chapter covers the different types of lighting systems used in aircraft, including landing lights, navigation lights, and interior lighting. It also explains the working principle and applications of aircraft lighting systems.
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