Mitsubishi Regional Jet Flies for First Time, Rockwell Collins’ Pro Line Fusion® Avionics Plays Key Role
November 11 2015 - 10:57AM
Business Wire
Rockwell Collins’ award-winning Pro Line Fusion® integrated
avionics system played a key role in the successful first flight of
the Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ). The flight occurred yesterday in
Toyoyama-cho, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
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Pro Line Fusion for the MRJ will help MRJ
pilots manage, monitor and master flight automation to make flying
smooth and safe. Photo courtesy: Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp.
“We are honored to be working with Mitsubishi on completing its
successful first flight, and in working to bring the first
application of our Pro Line Fusion avionics to this regional jet
market segment,” said Craig Olson, vice president and general
manager, Business and Regional Systems for Rockwell Collins. “Pro
Line Fusion will help MRJ pilots manage, monitor and master flight
automation to make flying smooth and safe.”
Pro Line Fusion integrates all aeronautical, navigation,
communication, surveillance, and engine indication and crew
alerting system information into one large, graphically rich
display system. This integrated flight deck technology pushes
essential flight information to the crew, enabling an intuitive,
reduced-workload flying experience.
“The Mitsubishi Regional Jet has made our country proud today,”
said Hiromichi Morimoto, President, Mitsubishi Aircraft
Corporation. “The close coordination of the Mitsubishi and Rockwell
Collins teams, and the integration of the Pro Line Fusion avionics,
greatly contributed to the success of the MRJ’s first flight.”
Pro Line Fusion for the MRJ features pilot-selectable display
formatting on four 15-inch, side-by-side displays that dominate the
instrument panel, which are coupled with a number of quick access
keys allowing pilots to easily gain access to important
information. Features include:
- Advanced graphical flight planning that
eases pilot workload when navigating around weather or modifying
complex flight plans
- Dual advanced Flight Management Systems
with Wide Area Augmentation System Localizer Precision Vertical
(WAAS/LPV) and Required Navigation Performance (RNP)
capabilities
- Link 2000+ Controller Pilot Data Link
Communications (CPDLC) on-demand data link text messaging provides
global access that enhances operational efficiency (optional).
In addition, Rockwell Collins is providing the Primary Flight
Control Computer—part of the fly-by-wire system—and
electromechanical systems on the MRJ, including the Pilot Control
System, which helps pilots more safely control the aircraft, and
the Horizontal Stabilizer Control System.
The MRJ is expected to enter into service in 2017.
About Rockwell CollinsRockwell Collins is a pioneer in
the development and deployment of innovative communication and
aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government
applications. Our expertise in flight deck avionics, cabin
electronics, mission communications, simulation and training, and
information management is delivered by a global workforce, and a
service and support network that crosses more than 150 countries.
To find out more, please visit www.rockwellcollins.com.
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