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MD-11 Propulsion Controlled Aircraft (PCA)

The intent of the Propulsion Controlled Aircraft (PCA) program was to develop a computer-assisted engine control system that lets a plane land safely with only engine power if its normal control surfaces such as elevators, rudders, or ailerons are disabled.  PCA Home Page

DFRC Photo # Photo Date Image Description
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EC95-43247-1 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - First Landing at Edwards
EC95-43247-2 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - First Landing at Edwards
EC95-43247-3 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - First Landing at Edwards
EC95-43247-4 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - First Landing at Edwards
EC95-43251-1 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - Closeup view of aircraft on ramp
EC95-43251-2 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - View of aircraft on ramp
EC95-43251-3 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - Research flight team egress
EC95-43251-4 August 29, 1995 MD-11 PCA - Research flight team photo
EC95-43355-1 November 30, 1995 MD-11 PCA - landing at DFRC
EC95-43355-2 November 30, 1995 MD-11 PCA - landing at DFRC



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