4. Technical Reading: Computerized Control Systems

The autopilot, which was discussed in the radio show in the previous task, is technically called an automatic flight control system, which is a special type of computerized flight system. The principle of this system is explained in the text on p. 24 in your coursebook. It not only talks about computerized systems in aircraft, but it also compares them with similar systems in cars. Read the text and complete this reading comprehension task and matching task. While reading, you can look at the two diagrams above the text because they will help you understand the technical principles described in the article.