Flight Data Recorder – the actual name of the infamous “black box” (which is actually orange rather than black). The FDR records a large set of flight parameters. Its purpose is to keep those paramete...
A flight management system is a fundamental component of a modern airliner's avionics. An FMS is a specialized computer system that automates a wide variety of in-flight tasks, reducing the workload o...
In aviation, foreign object debris (FOD) is any article or substance, alien to an aircraft or system, which could potentially cause damage. External FOD hazards include bird strikes, hail, ice, sandst...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States is a national authority with powers to regulate all aspects of civil aviation. These include the construction and operation of airports, ...