Questions tagged [glass-cockpit]

A cockpit featuring electronic/digital instrument displays.

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What is the power source of the clock in glass cockpits?

I always get the impression that, once the shutdown & secure checklist is completed, there would be absolutely no electricity to any components in the cockpit or any aircraft systems. However, most flight management computers know the current time.…
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What does CSTR means on an Airbus FCU and what happens when CSTR PB is pressed?

I am searching for: The use of CSTR PB on Airbus FCU & During what phase is it used? Thanks
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