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What is the primary function of a Flight Management System (FMS)?
To automate the management of onboard navigation systems
What type of data does an FMS typically store in its database?
Airport and NAVAID locations, aircraft performance data, airways, and procedures
What is the role of an FMS in defining a flight route?
It can quickly define a desired route from the aircraft's current position to any point in the world
How does an FMS typically obtain position information during flight?
It channels appropriate NAVAIDs and takes radial/distance information or channels two NAVAIDs for more accurate distance information
What is the relationship between an FMS and an Inertial Navigation System (INS)?
The FMS provides position information to update the INS
Which of the following systems does the FMS typically NOT provide inputs to?
Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)
Explore the functions and features of a Flight Management System (FMS) which automates the tasks of managing onboard navigation systems. Learn about its role as an interface between flight crews and flightdeck systems, containing a large database of airport and NAVAID locations.
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