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(FADEC)
FADEC = ECU or EEC + HMU or FMU
With more than 25 years experience, BAE Systems is a world leader in the design,
development, and production of FADECs. Were a preferred supplier to GE and have an
installed base of 25,000 engines. We offer comprehensive overhaul programs designed to
extend the life of FADECs.
A Rich Heritage
More than 25 years experience designing and certifying FADEC for commercial and
military aircraft
An installed base of more than 25,000 engines
Benefits
Aftermarket service and support with a trusted OEM through our FADEC overhaul
program
FADEC 1
FADEC 2
FADEC 3
CF34 FADEC
LEAP FADEC
FADEC 1
Introduced in 1986, the evolution of our FADEC engine controls began with the development
of the FADEC 1 designed to accommodate multiple Boeing and Airbus commercial
platforms.
The FADEC 1 is manufactured and supported by FADEC International, a joint venture
between BAE Systems and Sagem.
Engine Models
CF6-80C2
CFM56-5A
CFM56-5B
Aircraft Supported
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FADEC 2
Introduced in 1989, our FADEC 2 models were built for both narrow and wide-body aircraft
manufactured by Boeing and Airbus.
The FADEC 2 is produced and supported by FADEC International, a joint venture between
BAE Systems and Sagem.
Engine Models
GE90-94B
CF6-80E2
CFM56-7B
CFM56-5C
Aircraft Supported
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FADEC 3
The FADEC 3 was developed to support both commercial and military platforms. The first
FADEC 3 was introduced in 2000 but has had additional products developed, in 2008, 2011,
and 2012.
The FADEC 3 is manufactured and supported by FADEC International, a joint venture
between BAE Systems and Sagem.
Engine Models
GE90-115
CFM56-7B
CF6-80L 1F
GEnx-1B
GEnx-2B
GP7200
Aircraft Supported
Airbus A380
Boeing 737NG, 747-800, 777, 787
Lockheed Martin C5
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CF34 FADEC
Our CF34 FADEC units are installed on regional aircraft manufactured by Bombardier and
Embraer. This FADEC is produced and supported by BAE Systems.
Engine Models
CF34-8C
CF34-8E
CF34-10E
Aircraft Supported
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LEAP FADEC
Coming in 2016 the newest evolution of the FADEC the LEAP family of engine controls.
These FADECs are being produced for commercial aircraft now in development from Airbus,
Boeing, Bombardier, and COMAC.
LEAP FADECs are designed and built by FADEC Alliance a partnership between GE, BAE
Systems, and Sagem.
Engine Models
LEAP-1A
LEAP-1B
LEAP-1C
Passport
Aircraft Supported
Airbus 320neo
Boeing 737MAX
COMAC C919
Flight Controls
With more than 30 years of experience and an installed base of 15,000 aircraft were a
market leader in the design, development, and production of Flight Control Systems (FCS) for
commercial aircraft. We were the first to introduce Fly-By-Wire (FBW) in civil applications
with the Airbus 310 aircraft.
Supported Aircraft
Airbus: A320
Boeing: 737, 747, 767, 777, and 747-8 (in production)
Mitsubishi: MRJ
Learn more about our Flight Control Products (click each for details)
We're proud to offer a portfolio of stick-to-surface flight control avionics designed with
performance and safety in mind.
Capabilities
The FCC computes and transmits all normal mode primary flight control surface
actuator commands (rudder, elevators, ailerons, flaperons, and horizontal stabilizer as
well as the multi-functional spoilers and ground spoilers) to control and maintain
normal flight for use by the Actuator Control Electronics (ACE)
The FCC performs pre-flight functions to verify the electronics dispatch integrity as
well as ground maintenance functions
ARINC gateways
Data concentration and distribution
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Our Active Control Sidesticks (ACS) also called Active Inceptor Systems (AIS) provide
pilots with the tactile cues they want, giving them the ultimate in situational awareness and
control while flying the aircraft.
Capabilities
Force feedback can be used to provide cues, warn of mode engagements or impending
flight envelop limits
The associated gradients and stops are fully programmable in real time
The variable feel can also cater for a wide pilot range
Benefits
Ability to link controls across the cockpit so that each pilot can feel the forces and see
the displacements generated by each other
Offers significant weight and volume savings over mechanical controls
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Slat & Flap Electronic Control Units (SFECU) are also referred to as High Lift or Secondary
Flight Controls. These units limit take-off and landing speeds by increasing wing high lift.
Capabilities
The SFECU is installed in the equipment bays in the body of the aircraft
The SFECU controls the slats and flaps (on the wings) that are utilized during takeoffs and landings
The primary purpose of the slats and flaps is to make the area of the wing bigger, thus
enabling the aircraft to fly slower
The slats and flaps do not make the aircraft fly slower, they increase lift which enables
the pilot to control the speed
The slats and flaps are extended and retracted, whereas the spoilers are raised and
lowered
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Actuator Control Electronics (ACE) are part of the flight-critical and essential Fly-By-Wire
(FBW) system. Actuators have one purpose they move something. They may rotate an
object, open or close a device, or push a surface up or down, but they always put something
into motion.
Capabilities
The Actuator Control Electronics are located in the aircraft electronic equipment bay
(EE-Bay)
ACEs either directly control or indirectly control (via Remote Electronics Units) the
aircrafts primary flight-critical surface (rudder, elevators, ailerons, flaperons, and
horizontal stabilizers) as well as the multi-functional spoilers and ground spoilers to
control and maintain normal flight
The ACEs work in conjunction with the Primary Flight Control Computers (FCCs) to
provide all aspects of normal flight control modes and handling qualities
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Remote Electronics Units (REU) are distributed electronics that reside close to or are mounted
on the actuator to provide local control of the actuator. The REU receives commands and
processes incoming and outgoing signals for the functions necessary to control the actuators.
Capabilities
Each REU controls two hydraulic actuators and one electro-mechanical channel; in the
event of a flight control computer failure, the REUs take over primary control of the
aircraft surfaces
The REUs area a dual lane, control-monitor design that ensures integrity of the
actuator command
Based on the platform flight control architecture, there are up to 11 REUs per aircraft
REUs weigh approximately four pounds and have been designed for non-pressurized
in-wing applications