Airbus To Correct A220 Autothrottle Imperfection

Airbus A220 cockpit

Airbus is planning to make tweaks to the A220 cockpit.

Credit: Airbus
LYON—Airbus is working on improving the A220’s autothrottle design, after several reports of crew errors that could have led to a tail strike or more serious incidents. The aircraft’s autopilot will be modified, too. In the meantime, procedures are temporarily added in the takeoff phase. An...
Thierry Dubois

Thierry Dubois has specialized in aerospace journalism since 1997. An engineer in fluid dynamics from Toulouse-based Enseeiht, he covers the French commercial aviation, defense and space industries. His expertise extends to all things technology in Europe. Thierry is also the editor-in-chief of Aviation Week’s ShowNews. 

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