Avionics
Autothrottles on HondaJet Elite II Get FAA Nod
Automation helps reduce pilot workload and improve passenger comfort
HondaJet Elite II autothrottle
When autothrottle is engaged, the HondaJet's Garmin G3000 avionics system takes over the throttle controls, using sensor input to monitor and adjust engine output. This automation reduces pilot workload and improves passenger comfort. © Honda Aircraft

Honda Aircraft received FAA approval for autothrottles on the HondaJet Elite II, the Greensboro, North Carolina-based aircraft manufacturer announced yesterday. This move authorizes the company to enable autothrottle functionality on production aircraft.

Once flight parameters have been set and the autothrottle is engaged, the HondaJet's Garmin G3000 avionics system takes over the throttle controls, using sensor input to monitor and adjust engine output. This keeps the aircraft flying at the desired speed while reducing pilot workload and improving passenger comfort. Autothrottles on the Elite II can be used on takeoff and until the landing flare.