KAP 140 roll axis features include wing leveler, heading select, and VOR/LOC intercept and tracking. It can also be coupled to GPS and RNAV. The turn coordinator provides roll rate information, while pitch axis information comes from a pressure sensor and accelerometer. Pitch axis features include vertical speed, glideslope and altitude hold along with the optional altitude preselect. The KAP 140 Autopilot System operates independent of the aircraft’s artificial horizon, thus retaining roll stabilization and all vertical modes in the event of vacuum system failure. Internal monitors keep constant track of the KAP 140’s status and will automatically shutdown the autopilot or trim system in the event of a malfunction.
KAP 140 Single Axis Autopilot System
The KAP 140 Single Axis system is an entry level digital panel-mount autopilot, offering lateral modes only with an electric trim option.
KAP 140 Two Axis Autopilot System
The KAP 140 Two Axis system provides both lateral and vertical modes.
KAP 140 Two Axis/Altitude Preselect Autopilot System
The KAP 140 Two Axis system provides both lateral and vertical modes with altitude preselect.