The autothrottles streamline operations by managing aircraft speed, engine performance and power to allow the aircraft to climb, descend or maintain altitude.
AVIATION WEEK NETWORK forecasts delivery of 11,800 business aircraft (9,000 jets/2,800 turboprops) worth $299b over next 10 years; following 6,362 retirements, the global fleet is to grow to 39,719 in 2033 from 34,897 in 2023.