The Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System (MCAS) prevents stalls in specific flight phases and aircraft configurations. It was developed and implemented on the Boeing 737 MAX‑8 and ‑9 because these aircraft are equipped with new engines which are attached to the wings higher and further forward than in previous models such as 737‑800. The engines of the MAX series are also heavier, provide more thrust and have a redesigned shape of… Read More »Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System
(MCAS)