Plain English Meaning

Modern computer-based cockpit equipment that shows flight, engine, and navigation information on digital screens instead of separate round-dial gauges.

Full Definition

Electronic flight instrumentation systems that integrate navigation, communication, engine monitoring, and flight data into digital displays, typically including a primary flight display (PFD), multifunction display (MFD), GPS navigation, and often an autopilot. Advanced avionics replace or supplement traditional analog instruments and provide the pilot with consolidated, computer-driven information.

Context Anchor

Seen in discussions of -cockpit , GPS-based navigation, cockpit , and maintaining during flight.