BAE Systems actuators will equip JetZero’s next-generation blended wing body aircraft demonstrator
BAE Systems’ ACUs will form an important part of the flight control system, interpreting flight control signals, including pilot commands from the active control sticks, which the company will also…
BAE Systems’ ACUs will form an important part of the flight control system, interpreting flight control signals, including pilot commands from the active control sticks, which the company will also provide for the demonstrator. By providing both the ACUs and the pilot control inceptors, BAE Systems will minimize the integration time for the aircraft. The actuation controllers are proven, reliable, and previously certified systems that reduce customer risk, reinforcing the company’s leadership in stick-to-surface flight control solutions, from pilot input to surface response.
The advanced ACUs will function as remote actuators within a distributed flight control system. The units’ localized flight surface management capabilities deliver enhanced flight control with reliable, precise co-ordination and responsiveness. They will provide high-performance control for this new next-generation aircraft. The ACUs will be designed and produced at the company’s state-of-the-art facilities in Endicott, New York, and Fort Wayne, Indiana.
BAE Systems is a leader in flight control technology with more than 40 years of experience designing and certifying fly-by-wire systems for commercial and military platforms.
Gary Battestin, director of Air Transport Systems for Controls and Avionics Solutions at BAE Systems said that: “Our mature, highly capable actuator control units play a vital role in our shared vision of sustainable aviation with JetZero, seamlessly integrating with the flight control system. This technology enhances overall flight performance, supporting a cleaner and more efficient future for air travel.”
