Toobuilder
Well Known Member
Hello all,
I?ve followed/searched the numerous threads concerning ?redundancy/backups/single point failure/etc.? and have not found the specific answer I?m looking for. It?s probably buried in there somewhere amongst the mountains of tangents this type of thread generates, so I?m going to try cut to the quick in this one.
Concerning integrated autopilot function in a single AHARS Skyview or G3x suite ?
In the unlikely event that the screen goes blank, will the autopilot continue to function?
The basis of my question concerns the tradeoff for capability offered by fully integrated system vs. the perceived safety aspect of a standalone autoflight system. For example, if the GRT screens die in the -8 at the same time I?m somehow in IMC, at least the TT will keep the wings level, maintain altitude, and can drive me somewhere else. Not sure I could do that with a fully integrated suite like I?m planning for my next airplane.
I?ve followed/searched the numerous threads concerning ?redundancy/backups/single point failure/etc.? and have not found the specific answer I?m looking for. It?s probably buried in there somewhere amongst the mountains of tangents this type of thread generates, so I?m going to try cut to the quick in this one.
Concerning integrated autopilot function in a single AHARS Skyview or G3x suite ?
In the unlikely event that the screen goes blank, will the autopilot continue to function?
The basis of my question concerns the tradeoff for capability offered by fully integrated system vs. the perceived safety aspect of a standalone autoflight system. For example, if the GRT screens die in the -8 at the same time I?m somehow in IMC, at least the TT will keep the wings level, maintain altitude, and can drive me somewhere else. Not sure I could do that with a fully integrated suite like I?m planning for my next airplane.