Plain English Meaning

The computers built into the aircraft that show flight information on screens, help with navigation, and keep track of how the engine and airplane are performing.

Full Definition

Aircraft systems that use digital processors to display flight information, manage navigation, monitor engine and aircraft performance, and assist with flight planning. In modern general aviation aircraft, these include glass cockpit displays, GPS navigators, autopilots, and engine monitoring systems that replace or supplement traditional mechanical instruments.

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Seen in discussions of modern aircraft equipment, displays, warning messages, , and .