What Is Avionics and How Do They Affect Pilots?
Avionics affects pilots in nearly every aspect of flying, but what is it and why is it important? [lwptoc] The word “avionics” is an abbreviation for aviation electronics. The senior editor of Aviation Week and Space Technology, Phillip J. Klass, first used the term in 1949. Avionics can include navigation, radio, monitoring of aircraft performance. …