AFCS Messages and Annunciations

The annunciations and alerts in the following table (listed in order of increasing priority) can appear on the PFD below the leftmost portion of the AFCS Status Box. Only one annunciation may occur at a time, and messages are prioritized by criticality.

Autopilot Annunciations

AFCS Controller Key Stuck The system has sensed a key input on the external AFCS mode controller for 30 seconds or longer.
AFCS Controller Audio Database Missing The audio database for the external AFCS mode controller is missing. No aural voice alerts will be heard.
Servo Clutch Fault One or more autopilot servos has a stuck clutch. The servo needs service.
Servo Trim Input Fault The inputs to the trim system are invalid. The trim system needs service.
Autopilot has failed. Autopilot and trim are inoperative and the flight director is not available.
Autopilot normal disconnect.
Autopilot abnormal disconnect.
Autopilot has failed. The autopilot is inoperative. FD modes may still be available.
Electronic Stability and Protection is Off
Autopilot preflight test is in progress.
Pitch Trim Fail - Manual Electric Pitch Trim is inoperative.
190-03123-21 Rev A
July 2026