BENDIXKing KFC 230 AeroCruze Manual

KFC 230 AeroCruze Autopilot
Pilot’s Guide
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PREFACE
1 INTRODUCTION
2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
3 OPERATION
4 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES
INDEX
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
APPENDIX EQUIPMENT LIST
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About This Guide
This pilot’s guide is intended for system familiarization only. This guide
does not replace any Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved procedures.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All visual depictions in this guide, including images of
the KFC 230 screens, are subject to change and may
not reflect the most current software version, and/or
aviation databases.
The following icons are used for warnings, cautions, notes, and
important information:
WARNING: Calls attention to use of materials, processes,
methods, or limits that must be followed precisely
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or death.
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must be followed to avoid damage to data or
equipment.
NOTE: Calls attention to pertinent information for the pilot, or
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Calls attention to important information that is
beneficial to the pilot.
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Safety and Warnings Information
WARNING: To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully
review and understand this pilot’s guide, and practice basic
operation on the ground.
WARNING: For safety reasons, the KFC 230 operational
procedures must be learned on the ground before use in an
airplane.
CAUTION: The KFC 230 display has a high-quality optical
coating. Clean the display with an anti-static sachet or clean
cotton cloth, cotton swab using a mild water-based detergent
and distilled water. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE SOLVENTS.
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Record of Revisions
REVISION REVISION
DATE DESCRIPTION
0 27AUG2018 Initial release
112DEC2018 • General Updates
• Updated website support URL
• Updated List of Compatible Equipment
• Changed all figures from pictures to
illustrations
• Updated all figures to most current
button and bezel layout
• Updated all pages to reflect Rev 1
December 2018
• Introduction
• Removed Analog GPS Interface from
supported devices on System Diagram
• Added note for PFT check quantity
• Added section to show autopilot displays
with different configuration options
• System Overview
• Changed references from “Armed
Indicator Box” to “Active Indicator Box”
• Removed all references to “flashing”
when modes change
• Changed CWS flag color
• Added IAS mode functionality
• LVL mode button color references as
light blue when active and dark blue
when available but not active
• When in HDG mode, the autopilot
will command a turn in the opposite
direction with a heading bug change
greater than 180° (previously 270°)
• Added co-reference to Autopilot
Disconnect/Trim Interrupt button
• Added reference to OBS
• Added altitude voice alert note indicating
that both alerts and band limits are
installer configurable
• Operation
• Added use of IAS mode button
• Updated Takeoff and Climb to Assigned
description and figures
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(cont)
• Updated Enroute Nav Capture figures
• Updated Procedure Turn description and
figure
• Changed Localizer Back Course
scenario. Updated description and
figures
• Changed Localizer Back Course
scenario. Updated description and
figures
• Added GPS to ILS Approach scenario
• Removed ILS Approach scenario
• Updated GPS Approach with Manual
Step-down figures
• Updated Missed Approach description
and figures
• Removed Straight and Level scenario
• Abnormal Procedures
• Added Attitude Data Loss section
• Updated System Failure description and
figures
• Updated Trim in Motion Alert description
217MAY2019 • Legal Notice
• Updated Legal Notice content
• Introduction
• Added Certification File P/N
• Added Check Software Version Test
• Added Maintenance Mode
• System Overview
• Added note to Vertical Speed (VS)
section
• Added note to Indicated Airspeed (IAS)
Mode section
• Added note to Heading Select (HDG)
Mode section
• Acronyms and Abbreviations
• Added new acronyms
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MAINTABLEOFCONTENTS
ListofProcedures
ListofVideos
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................12
System Integration...................................................................................................13
Power Application and Preflight Tests......................................................14
Customized System Integration..................................................................17
2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW......................................................................................20
Controls and Displays ............................................................................................20
Panel Controls ......................................................................................................22
Additional Controls.............................................................................................34
Voice Messaging .......................................................................................................36
3 OPERATION.................................................................................................................38
Takeoff and Climb to Assigned Altitude ........................................................39
Heading and Altitude Change............................................................................40
Enroute NAV Capture..............................................................................................41
Procedure Turn...........................................................................................................42
Localizer Back Course (Compatible Digital HSI Only)...........................44
GPS to ILS Approach...............................................................................................45
GPS Approach with Glidepath Guidance......................................................47
GPS Approach with Manual Step-down........................................................48
Missed Approach ......................................................................................................50
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4 ABNORMAL PROCEDURES...................................................................52
Autopilot Malfunction ............................................................................................52
Loss of Data ...........................................................................................................52
Failed Annunciation...........................................................................................53
Disabled Annunciation.....................................................................................53
Servo Failure..........................................................................................................54
Attitude Data Loss ..............................................................................................54
System Failure ......................................................................................................55
Pitch Mistrim.........................................................................................................55
Trim Failure.............................................................................................................56
Trim in Motion Alert............................................................................................56
APPENDIX EQUIPMENT LIST..................................................................58
ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS......................................Abbrev1
INDEX ....................................................................................................................Index1
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SECTION 1INTRODUCTION
Modern-day task-saturated general aviation flying places critical
demands on the skills and concentration of any pilot. To help meet these
challenges, BendixKing has developed the KFC 230 AeroCruze Next
Generation Autopilot, bringing advanced features into the cockpits of
general-aviation aircraft.
The all-digital KFC 230 is the first touch-enabled autopilot on the
market designed to reduce automation surprise. This next gen autopilot
was designed to make the autopilot state and effects of engaging new
modes more transparent. By showing autopilot targets, signal sources,
course deviation (with digital HSI), and capture information, the pilot
can preview modes before they are engaged and, as an integral part of
mode annunciations, when engaged.
The KFC 230 Autopilot provides lateral and vertical guidance with
altitude preselect. In addition, the KFC 230 provides optional yaw
damper and single-touch Straight and Level (LVL) functionality.
Figure 1 KFC 230 Autopilot
To fully utilize the capabilities of this full-featured system, it is important
to understand the capabilities and limitations of the system. Be sure to
read, and thoroughly understand, the Flight Manual Supplement for the
autopilot installation specific to the aircraft.
NOTE: The Flight Manual Supplement information always
takes precedence over the information found in this
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SYSTEM INTEGRATION
The system diagram shows the components and their relationship
in a typical KFC 230 autopilot. The actual components on individual
systems may vary slightly depending on certification and installation
requirements.
Figure 2 KFC 230 System Diagram
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POWER APPLICATION AND PREFLIGHT
TESTS
Following the power-up sequence, the KFC 230 displays a start-up
screen containing the BendixKing logo, KFC 230 name, software Part
Number (P/N), and certification file P/N.
Figure 3 KFC Start-Up Screen
After the power-up sequence, a Preflight Test (PFT) is performed.
This test is a sequence of internal checks that validate proper system
operation prior to allowing autopilot engagement.
NOTE: Depending on configuration, more than 10 PFT checks
may be performed.
Figure 4 KFC 230 Preflight Test
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A successful preflight test displays PASS and an associated Sequence
Finished Alert tone is heard.
Figure 5 KFC 230 Successful Preflight Test
Failures such as incorrect installation or software version, internal LRU
failure, internal servo failure, internal acceleration sensor failure, or an
incorrect installed pitch trim servo P/N are considered an unsuccessful
preflight test. A failed preflight test displays FAIL and an associated
aural alert tone is played. A power cycle is required after a failed
preflight test. Contact BendixKing Tech Support for additional help if
Fail message persists.
Figure 6 KFC 230 Failed Preflight Test
If the Installation Configuration Check fails, a
.CHECK AP CONFIGURATION annunciation is displayed. Contact
your local BK dealer for additional support.
Figure 7 KFC 230 Check AP Configuration
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Additionally, when the system detects a KC or KMC Software (SW)
Power-Up Built-In Test (PBIT) part number mismatch or failure, a
.CHECK SOFTWARE VERSION message is displayed with a list of all six
SW part numbers. Contact your local BK dealer for additional support.
Figure 8 Check Software Version
Maintenance Mode may be entered when connected to maintenance &
test equipment (laptop), or manually by the user’s action during power-
up. This mode will remain displayed until exiting maintenance mode.
Figure 9 KFC 230 Maintenance Mode
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