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Which McDonnell Douglas aircraft was the first to use a fly-by-wire control system?

  • F-15 Eagle

  • F/A-18 Hornet

  • F-4 Phantom II

  • AV-8B Harrier II

Answer

The AV-8B Harrier II, developed by McDonnell Douglas, was the first aircraft to use a fly-by-wire control system. This system replaces traditional mechanical controls with electronic signals, allowing for more precise and responsive control of the aircraft.
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