The pressure altitude computation using artificial neural network for Air Data Computer

Abstract

Air Data Computer (ADC) calculates the key data necessary for performing a safe flight and accurate air navigation. Altitude information is one of the important parameter computed by the ADC. Accuracy of the altitude corrected using tables or charts showing the actual corrections in altitude information special to aircraft type. This correction is important in any high performance and jet aircraft. In order to correct these imperfections, certain calibrations need to be made within the ADC. In this paper, artificial neural networks (ANNs) are used to calculate altitude information more easily and accurately using data obtained from tables formed under standard atmosphere conditions.