Flight Deck Instruments and Air Data Systems

AVI 110 delves into the foundational concepts and practical applications of advanced avionics found in contemporary aircraft flight decks. Learners will gain expertise in the operational theory, diagnostic techniques, and troubleshooting methodologies associated with critical air data systems, including pitot-static systems, air data computers, and their integration into the overall aircraft architecture. The course meticulously covers Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS) displays, their underlying technology, and data presentation. Emphasis is placed on Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) and Inertial Reference Systems (IRS), detailing their operational principles, common failure modes, and required maintenance practices. This technician-level course prepares students for the precise skills needed to maintain and repair these complex aircraft systems.

InstructorJacob Calhoun

Prerequisites

AVI 101

Course outline

Lectures, virtual labs, and graded assignments — completed in your browser.

01Lesson 1: Introduction to Flight Deck Instrumentation and Avionics Systemslecture

02Lesson 2: Principles of Pitot-Static Systems and Air Data Measurementlecture

03Lesson 3: Air Data Computers (ADCs) and Their Functionslecture

04Hands-on Lab: Pitot-Static System Inspection and Troubleshootinglab

05Lesson 5: Introduction to Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS)lecture

06Lesson 6: EFIS Displays: Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Navigation Display (ND)lecture

07Lesson 7: Data Buses and Avionics System Interconnectslecture

08Hands-on Lab: EFIS Display Unit Diagnostics and Configurationlab

09Lesson 9: Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) Principleslecture

10Lesson 10: Inertial Reference Systems (IRS) and Navigationlecture

11Hands-on Lab: AHRS/IRS Component Removal, Installation, and Alignmentlab

12Lesson 12: Integrated Avionics Architectures and Data Fusionlecture

13Lesson 13: System Monitoring, Alerting, and Fault Reportinglecture

14Capstone Service Project: Integrated Flight Deck System Diagnosis and Repairassignment

Syllabus

["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Flight Deck Instrumentation and Avionics Systems","Week 2: Lesson 2: Principles of Pitot-Static Systems and Air Data Measurement","Week 3: Lesson 3: Air Data Computers (ADCs) and Their Functions","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Pitot-Static System Inspection and Troubleshooting","Week 5: Lesson 5: Introduction to Electronic Flight Instrument Systems (EFIS)","Week 6: Lesson 6: EFIS Displays: Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Navigation Display (ND)","Week 7: Lesson 7: Data Buses and Avionics System Interconnects","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: EFIS Display Unit Diagnostics and Configuration","Week 9: Lesson 9: Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) Principles","Week 10: Lesson 10: Inertial Reference Systems (IRS) and Navigation","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: AHRS/IRS Component Removal, Installation, and Alignment","Week 12: Lesson 12: Integrated Avionics Architectures and Data Fusion","Week 13: Lesson 13: System Monitoring, Alerting, and Fault Reporting","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Integrated Flight Deck System Diagnosis and Repair"]