in a first in the aviation industry, Embraer has introduced an automatic takeoff system on one of its commercial jets.
The Embraer Enhanced Takeoff System (E2TS) system is designed to provide its E2 passenger aircraft with an optimal profile and automated takeoff. This allows for increased fuel capacity, which extends the range and boosts the onboard payload.
The Brazilian manufacturer’s design claims to improve rotation and trajectory, reduce field length, and lessen pilot workload. Other than a software update, no aircraft modifications are required.
dass 0 points 9 months ago
Not even gonna bother reading the article atm.
Wonder if it has 'safe operating parameters' like everything else, and is not to be used in extreme weather conditions - like extreme cross winds etc - what happens if another plane or other obstacle mistakenly enters onto the runway etc??
EDIT: Ugh, it simply does the rotation -lifting off into the air - pilot still does heading and power setting.
So it's basically putting a car into drive and accelerating - rather than manually engaging clutch and gear shifts.