| Feature | A320 (FCOM 27) | 787 | |---------|----------------|-----| | Exclusive for aileron/elevator | Yes | Yes | | Rudder exclusive capability | No (mechanical backup) | Yes (fully FBW) | | Crew override capability | Circuit breaker pull | No – automatic only | | Logging | Flight data recorder | CCS & network file |
, which integrates virtually all onboard functions. This allows the manual to provide more detailed real-time health monitoring and data-driven maintenance procedures than ever before. For example, the FCOM outlines how pilots can monitor the humidity control system—a feature made possible by the 787's composite fuselage, which doesn't corrode like aluminum when exposed to moisture. 787 fcom exclusive
Unlike legacy manuals, the 787 FCOM is built around a "quiet dark" cockpit philosophy and extreme systems integration. It serves as the definitive authority for safe operation, translating complex engineering realities into actionable pilot actions. | Feature | A320 (FCOM 27) | 787
The 787 FCOM highlights a cockpit designed for "mission-based" operations. It introduces several exclusive pilot-facing technologies: Electronic Flight Bag (EFB): Unlike legacy manuals, the 787 FCOM is built