1.3 Philosophy

The Airbus A320 family is designed around automation and pilot monitoring. 
 Key principles include: 
 
 Automation is a tool, not a replacement for pilot awareness 
 Pilots must understand system behavior, not just operate it 
 Standardization is essential for safe and efficient operations 
 
 Within this virtual airline, emphasis is placed on: 
 
 Structured workflows 
 Clear procedures 
 Realistic, but accessible simulation