Cockpit Systems Integration

Overview

Esterline CMC Electronics has vast experience in cockpit integration that spans a very broad range of platforms including commercial air transport aircraft such as the B747, DC-10 and MD-80; military transports and helicopters such as the P-3 patrol aircraft, C-130 air transport, and the UH-60, HH-60M and HH-60L Black Hawk helicopter; as well as numerous trainer aircraft including the Hawker Beechcraft T-6B, Alenia Aermacchi M-311 jet demonstrator, the Korean Aerospace Industries KT-1C and the upgraded Patria Hawk Mk51.

Whether serving in the role of prime contractor, systems integrator or avionics management systems supplier, CMC has all the required engineering and program management tools including impressive System Integration laboratories, leading-edge Human Factors expertise, as well as a comprehensive package of in-house training and other long-term logistical and support services as required.

All CMC cockpit systems offerings are based on a combination of advanced avionics products from the company’s own portfolio of core navigation and display products, complemented by key building blocks from the company’s highly respected partners.

Cockpit 4000 for Fast Jets/Turbo Prop Trainers

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A 'standardized' modular Glass Cockpit which reduces NRE for Turboprop and Jet Trainers.
Advanced avionics, representative of front-line jets.
Training from Basic to Advanced level can be performed on a single training platform.
Open Architecture for future upgrades and growth.

Cockpit 4000 is an integrated digital glass cockpit that was specifically designed to reduce pilot training costs and at the same time offer training capabilities similar to front line jet fighters. Simulated weapon training can be carried out and live weapon delivery for training and a secondary operational role for the aircraft if required. With Cockpit 4000 advanced avionics, fast jet pilot training can be carried out from Basic through to Advanced levels using a single training platform. This reduces the training required using front line fighters during operational conversion courses – a significant saving in pilot training costs.

The Cockpit 4000 core avionics comprise CMC’s powerful open-architecture mission computer, a proven wide field of view SparrowHawk Head-Up Display with Up Front Control Panel, 5x7 inch Multifunction Displays and 4x5 inch HUD repeater. In addition, the avionics suite features mature and proven operational flight programs (OFP) that integrate the aircraft sensors, radios and weapons systems to provide a wide range of navigation and mission capabilities.

CMC’s standardized avionics solution minimizes the integration effort required for aircraft installation – a key factor in reducing costs for our customers. CMC Integrated Cockpits are flying in or have been ordered for the following aircraft:

Hawker Beechcraft T-6B and AT-6 Light Attack and Armed Reconnaissance prototype aircraft, Aermacchi M-311, KAI KT-1C, and BAE Hawk Mk51, Mk51A and Mk66.

Additionally key Components of Cockpit 4000 are flying in or have flown in the following military aircraft:

Grumman F-14B Tomcat, Pilatus PC-7, Pilatus PC-9M, Pilatus PC-21, Aero Vodochody L-159A, Agusta Westland Super Lynx 300, PZL W-3PL Gluszec

Cockpit 9000 for C-130 and other Transport Category Aircraft

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Turnkey cockpit modernization solution, already proven on C-130 platform.
Supports worldwide operation within latest civil airspace Global Air Traffic Management (GATM) environment.
Enhanced Mission effectiveness via advanced tactical features and mission management tools.
All-glass large-format high resolution display suite (up to 6 displays) with fully redundant architecture and night vision (NVIS) option.

Cockpit 9000 is an integrated digital glass cockpit that is tailored to the requirements of transport category aircraft, both civil and military, and especially including the C-130. At its core, the CMA-9000 Flight Management System (FMS) combines with the company’s advanced Global Positioning and Landing System (GLS) to provide an extremely accurate navigation solution for all flight phases from departure to non-precision approach and in compliance with published international CNS/ATM navigational mandates and growth provisions.

Concerning the overall cockpit displays, CMC as system integrator provides a complete solution as part of Cockpit 9000, through selection of equipment solutions from the company’s partners as appropriate for each customer’s unique needs. Optional elements of Cockpit 9000 may include other CMC products such as the company’s Electronic Flight Bag, Enhanced Vision System as well as SATCOM solutions.

CMC’s system integration experience encompasses its role in C-130 cockpit modernization with over 10 international customers; its prime contractor role on Canada’s Maritime Surveillance CP-140 (P-3) fleet; and its B-747 Classic cockpit modernization role with prestigious operators such as Air France, KLM, Qantas, Saudi Arabia Airlines and several others. As part of the KLM B747-200/300 project, CMC was awarded the “Systems Integrator of the Year” award by Avionics magazine.

Heli 4000 Integrated Glass Cockpit Avionics

Open multi-processor architecture with 3U/6U cPCI cards with configurable PMC modules.
Scalability for multi-role applications and network centric architecture.
Software: Navigation, communications, database, mission and display software, including digital map generation.
NVG Compatible Displays.

The Heli 4000 is an integrated Glass Cockpit based on an open system architecture providing scalability for multi-role applications, network-centric architectures and future growth.

Architecture
Open multi-processor architecture with 3U/6U cPCI cards with configurable PMC modules.

Avionics
Mission Computer, Flight/Display Management System, HUD, Multifunction Displays.

Software
Navigation, communications, database, mission and display software, including digital map generation.


IMAGINE AN AVIONICS SYSTEM SO INTUITIVE AND INTEGRATED THAT IT HELPS THE PILOT FLY SMARTER.
SmartDeck® is an integrated flight control and display system that gives pilots unprecedented situational awareness to make flying safer and easier. SmartDeck® was designed with a look toward the future to build a system that will grow with technology and allow for enhancements. This makes the SmartDeck® system the logical choice, both now and in the future. These visions have been brought to life by a team of dedicated engineers, pilots and safety specialists who have created an integrated, intuitive and sophisticated full cockpit system: The SmartDeck® Integrated Flight Controls & Display System.


THE SYSTEM YOU ASKED FOR IS FINALLY HERE. SmartDeck’s user interface increases the speed and accuracy of flight management and significantly streamlines the flying process. While other systems may offer similar features, SmartDeck delivers all the information in a clearer and more intuitive manner. The 3-clicks-or-less philosophy remains faithful throughout the design of the system. From moving map functions to communications to Synthetic Vision, SmartDeck makes flying safer, easier and more enjoyable.

PICTURE PERFECT The SmartDeck Synthetic Vision feature helps augment the pilot’s situational awareness by providing critical flight details and helpful navigation aids.	UNMATCHED CLARITY The level of detail and planning that has gone into SmartDeck Synthetic Vision is unmatched. Geographic features are intuitive, dynamic, clear and logical.

OBSTACLES & TERRAIN Obstacles are represented as realistic 3D images while SmartDeck’s TAWS driven color coding identifies potential CFIT situations in yellow and red.	CHARTS Paper charts are a thing of the past with the integration of electronic charts in SmartDeck. Every detail of almost any destination is just a click away on your MFD.

YOU FLY, WE’LL NAVIGATE With a WAAS capable GPS and a digital autopilot, SmartDeck provides automated lateral and vertical guidance and maintains precise holds - freeing the pilot to focus on primary flight functions.	SEE THE UNSEEN Regardless of conditions outside the cockpit, datalink weather and lightning system provide a complete weather picture.

FLIGHT PLANNING MODE A simple push of the flight planning button accesses a worldwide database of airports, navaids, waypoints and other vital flight planning data. The flight planning page consists of 1) Active Flight Plan, 2) Flight Plan Catalog and 3) Vertical Advisory. Pilots are able to create, edit and copy flight plans through the CCU and load the information directly onto the SmartDeck MFD. Procedures can be inserted for approaches, holds, arrivals and departures. Additionally, the WAAS capabilities of the system enables pilots to easily shoot LPV approaches to non-ILS equipped airports.	COMMUNICATIONS MODE The active frequency currently tuned on each comm and nav radio is shown near the top of the COM1, COM2, VLOC1 and VLOC2 radio windows. For the comm radios, the station ID and name are displayed if selected from the database. The nav radios receive the Morse code IDs from the tuned VLOC stations and decodes them into alphanumeric station IDs. An integrated transponder (XPDR) rounds out the communications suite by displaying transponder code, reply symbol and mode of operation. Inputs to any of the communications windows can be made quickly via knob or numeric keypad.

AUDIO PANEL The audio panel functions as a selector for the two VHF coms, a dedicated cellular telephone interface, a 6-place stereo intercom with dual independent music inputs and an internal marker beacon receiver. The intercom squelch system eliminates all of the traditional knobs or push buttons. Using digital processing, the system separates voice from airplane noise, making conversations seamless.

INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT SmartDeck can integrate a Digital Flight Control System through all phases of flight and includes fully coupled approaches and automatic altitude captures. Once you choose AP, FD, or AP and FD modes, use the other mode select buttons to choose what kind of guidance you want the autopilot to provide.

SMARTER BY DESIGN - BETTER BY EXPERIENCE. Throughout the design process, the design team continually tested form and function with active pilots and a team of human factors specialists. The control buttons, display settings and visual cues were all carefully developed as part of an intuitive design philosophy. Human factors testing put pilots in front of the system throughout the process to ensure the finished product remained consistent to the vision of a smarter, friendlier, more intuitive flight deck. The SmartDeck system presents a wealth of information, without overwhelming the pilot. The SmartDeck cockpit is well organized and considerate of ergonomics as well as economics.

AIRSPACE DEFINED Remove the uncertainty of restricted flight zones by populating the MFD with up-to-date airspace information. Updates are easily uploaded through the data card as they are published.	CUSTOMIZED VIEWS Preferences for the SmartDeck system are easily controlled on both displays with minimal input. The declutter knob also aids in quickly removing or adding data according to pilot preference.

MOVING MAP CUE CARDS Access information about navaids, airports and map symbols using the Crosshair Cursor. It’s just another step toward making flying safer and boosting pilot confidence.

Human Factors Engineering