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Exploring the Essential Sections of an Aircraft: A Comprehensive Guide

Pilot's Life Blog

The cockpit, also called the flight deck, is where pilots use electronic flight instruments as part of a primary flight display. All of these primary control surfaces serve as a horizontal stabilizer for the plane. You’ll find them on either the leading edge or trailing edge of the wing.

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Top Features and Performance of the SR 22 Cirrus Aircraft

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Advanced avionics in the SR22 include the Cirrus Perspective Touch by Garmin, which offers features such as 3D SafeTaxi, alert-linked checklists, and a digital autopilot with electronic stability protection (ESP), enhancing both safety and situational awareness for pilots.

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