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Definition
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| What is the function of the BBPU? |
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Definition
| Works in conjunction with the generators GCU monitoring the Main Buses to protect the DC System from faults |
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| What does the BBPU monitor? |
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Definition
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| Generally speaking, how does the BBPU respond to faults? |
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Definition
Inhibits closure of Main and Main-Secondary Bus Ties
DC BUS illuminates
After 7-10 seconds of monitoring the BBPU sends a signal to the affected GEN's GCU the GCU then takes the GEN and Battery offline |
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1) What happens to the respective Essential Buses when after the BBPU takes a GEN offline? |
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Battery on affected side will still be available to power Essential Buses |
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Term
What do the following indicate?
Master Caution
DC Bus
#1 DC GEN
AUX BATT
AUX INV |
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What do the following lights indicate
DC BUS
#2 DC GEN
MAIN BATT |
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Definition
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| What is the function of the Bus Fault Reset Switch? |
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Definition
| Resets the BBPU after it has detected a possible Main Bus Fault |
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| What indicates that the BBPU reset was successful? |
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Definition
| The DC Bus light extinguishes and the Main DC Bus Operation is restored |
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| How may a pilot monitor the DC System? |
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Definition
| The DC Power Monitor Panel on the upper left corner. May monitor the 6 DC Buses, the 2 Batteries and the 2 Gens and 2 TRU's |
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| How do you read the Battery Loads? |
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Definition
| They are displayed on the DC Power Monitor Panel as percentage of load. i.e. 1.00 is equal to 100% |
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| How do you know if the Battery has an overload or discharge? |
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Definition
| There will be a flashing positive sign or negative sign next to the load display |
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| What happens when you press the TEST button on the DC Power Monitor Panel? |
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Definition
| All segments of the LED display are illuminated. |
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Term
| Where are the AC Generators located? |
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Definition
| On the aft side of the Propeller Reduction Gearbox by which they are driven |
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| What do the AC Generators produce? |
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Definition
| 115 volt-variable 3 phase AC Power |
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| Why do the AC Generators need a GCU? |
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Definition
| Because they are run via the Propeller which has variable speeds. The GCU regulates the power for regular output |
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| Where do the AC Generators send their power? |
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Definition
| To their respective AC Buses and TRU's |
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| How are the AC Generators cooled? |
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Definition
| By the prop reduction gearbox oil |
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Term
| Where are the AC Generator's GCUs located? |
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Definition
| In the AC Contactor Box located in the respective right or left engine nacelle |
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Term
| What is the function of the AC Gens GCUs? |
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Definition
They monitor and regulate the Gen's voltage and current output in response to the varying load and demands AND
Protect the AC System from Gen malfunctions by taking the Gen offline |
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| What voltage are the AC Buses? |
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Definition
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| Which AC Generator supplies which AC Bus with power? |
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Definition
| The #1 AC Gen supplies the Left 115v AC Bus and the #2 AC Gen suppiles the Right 115v AC Bus |
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| Where does the power go after leaving the respective AC Bus? |
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Definition
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| What items are on the 115v AC Buses? |
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Definition
Anti-Ice (ex. Pitot Tubes and Static Ports)
Aux Fuel Pumps
Standby Fuel Pumps |
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| Which Anti-Ice systems are on the 115v AC Bus? |
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Definition
Prop Heat
Elevator Horn Heat
Engine Intake Heat
Stall Transducer Heat
Windshield Heat |
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| How are the Standby Hydraulic Pumps Wired? |
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Definition
| They are cross wired. The #1 St. Hyd Pump is powered by the R 115 AC Bus and the #2 St. Hyd Pump is powered by the L 115v AC Bus but could also be powered by the Right 115v AC Bus if the Left AC Bus should fail. |
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Term
CAUTION LIGHT
#1 AC GEN
OR
#2 AC GEN |
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Definition
| The AC Gen is offline either via the associated GCU or by the cockpit switch |
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Term
| How does the AC Gen GCU respond to a malfunction? |
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Definition
| Takes the associated Gen offline and closes the AC Bus Tie so that the remaining Gen will power both AC Buses and both TRUs |
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Term
CAUTION
#1 (#2) AC GEN HOT |
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Definition
| There is an overtemp condition in the AC Gen |
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Term
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Definition
| The Left or Right AC Bus has developed a fault |
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Term
| What other caution light illuminates with an AC Bus failure? |
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Definition
| The associated TRU illuminates because it is no longer powered by that AC Bus |
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Term
| How is an AC Bus Fault handled by the Logic System? |
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Definition
| The GCU logic system isolates the associated AC GEN and the DC Logic system will close the Secondary Bus Ties to enable the remaining TRU to power both Secondary Buses |
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Term
| With an AC Bus fault, how are you able to get back the 115v items on that bus? |
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Definition
| They are lost for the duration of the flight |
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Term
| What lights illuminate for a DUAL AC GEN failure? |
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Definition
#1 AC GEN
#2 AC GEN
L AC BUS
R AC BUS
L TRU
R TRU
(and some anti ice lights) |
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During a DUAL AC GEN failure which Logic System responds and what does it do?
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Definition
| The DC Logic System responds by closing the Main-Secondary Bus Ties allowing the Mains DC Buses to supply the Secondary DC Buses. All 115v services are lost for the duration of the flight |
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| How many and what kind of inverters are on the aircraft? |
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Definition
Three Inverters - Primary, Secondary and Auxillary
The are Solid State Static Inverters at 115Volt FIXED AC power - fixed at 400 HZ |
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| How do the Inverters operate? |
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Definition
| The receive 28 volt DC Power and invert it to 115v fixed AC Power |
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Term
| What engine powers the Dash 8 200? |
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Definition
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| How many blades does the propeller have? |
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Definition
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| Maximum Altitude for the Dash 6 200? |
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Definition
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| How many passengers and crew can the Dash 8 carry? |
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Definition
37 PAX
1 FA
2 Pilots and
1 Jumpseater |
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Term
| What are the windsheild panels made of? |
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Definition
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| What are the side windows made of? |
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Definition
| Laminated Glass and Plastic |
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| Can the cargo door be opened from the inside? |
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Definition
| No, only from the inside???? |
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Term
| Is the cargo compartment Pressurized? |
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Definition
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| Is the wheel well pressurized? |
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Definition
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Definition
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| Maximum Baggage Comp Weight? |
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Definition
| 2000lbs with 1000lbs on the aft step |
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Definition
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Definition
| 650-750 lbs per hour per tank |
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| What is the Oil Capacity? |
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Definition
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| Hydraulic Fluid Capacity - System #1? |
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Definition
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| Hydraulic Fluid Capacity - System #2? |
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Definition
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| What is the length of the Dash 8 200? |
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Definition
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| What is the height of the Dash 8? |
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Definition
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| What is the Propeller Diameter? |
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Definition
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| Minimum Radius for 180 degree turn? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| High Winged, Single, High Aspect Ratio, Cantilevered Wing |
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| Describe the Elevator System |
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Definition
| They work together but can be separated to function separately - conventional rod and cable connections |
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Term
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Definition
| The rudder has a fore and aft section. The Fore section hinged to the Vertical Stablizer and powered by 2 hydraulic actuators. The aft section is hinged to the fore section and deflects twice as much as the fore section |
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Term
| Know where the various lights are located |
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Definition
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Term
| How many emergency exits are there and where are they located? |
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Definition
| 4 - Forward of seat 1E (Type II) and 4A and 4E (Type III) and a hatch in the cockpit |
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Term
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Definition
| Cargo door is a plug type door with 10 pressure pads |
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Term
| What does the Air Conditioning System consist of? |
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Definition
| Bleed Air System from both engines, Air Conditioning Pack including an ACM, Control Panel and Air Distribution Ducts |
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Term
| Where is the Air Conditioning Pack located? |
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Definition
| Tail section of the fuselage - contains the ACM and Dual Heat exchangers |
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Term
| Is the Air Conditioning Auto or Manual? |
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Definition
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Term
| Describe the Auto/Manual Function of the AC System |
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Definition
Auto = Auto Temp Controllers modulate climate control valves in the Air Conditioning Pack - Select temp via the rheostat
MANUAL = Manually controls the climate control valves - Must hold toggle switch |
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Term
| How does the Recirc Fan work? |
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Definition
| Draws conditioned air from the cabin back into the Mixing Box |
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Term
| Why is there a Recirc Fan? |
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Definition
| Reduces the workload on the ACM |
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Term
| Why might the recirc fan stop during engine start? What do you do about it and How can you tell it's not working |
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Definition
???
Turn Fan off - wait 20 seconds then toggle back to Recirc |
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Term
| Where are the Temp Controllers located? |
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Definition
| Cabin and the Flight Compartment |
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Term
| What is the difference between the temp control in the Cabin v. Flight comp? |
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Definition
| Cabin - Temp controls adjust position of the pack Temp Control valves, the position controls the direction and quantity of bleed air to the Mixing box. Bleed air can be directed directly to the Mixing Box or direceted to the ACM. FLIGHT = Adjust hot bleed air through the 2 Trim Valves located in the air supply duct downstream of conditioned air leaving the Mixing Box. One trim valve for cabin and one for Flt Comp |
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Term
| Where is the duct temp sensor located? |
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Definition
Supply duct that is immediately downstream of the ACM.
It monitors the temp of the air directly leaving the ACM |
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Term
| Describe the Ground Air Intake Fan |
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Definition
Fan and exterior air supply vent used while engine is not running. Provides cabin air circulation. Operates on 28 v external power.
Don't Leave it Running When the Cabin Door Gets Closed! |
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Term
| What happens when you want to supply warm air to the cabin? |
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Definition
| Bleed Air bypasses the ACM, pack valves route air to the ACM bypass duct to go directly to the Mixing Box |
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Term
| What happens when you want to supply cold air to the cabin? |
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Definition
| Majority of air goes through the ACM |
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Term
| How do you make the Flight Compartment warmer? |
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Definition
| Select Flt Comp WARM - this opens the Flight Comp duct trim valve |
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Term
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Definition
| Hot Bleed goes through the primary heat exchanger - compressor section where temp and pressure are increased - Secondary heat exchanger - passes through condensor where excess moisture is extracted - Expansion turbine where pressure is reduced - Mixing box finale |
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| How does the FA temp controls work? |
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Definition
| Three control keys UPPER DUCT - Air duct shutoff Valve closes and conditioned air is suppiled to overhead bins LOWER DUCT - Air Duct Shut Off Valve Opens and air supplied to overhead bins AND pax floor vents AUTO - If cool temp is selected - UPPER DUCT if warm selected LOWER DUCT ops |
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Term
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Definition
| An Auto response drives the pack valve to cold air supply configuration. Ligth goes out when the temp returns to normal range and AC resumes normal ops |
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Term
CAUTION:
FLT COMPT DUCT HOT |
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Definition
| Auto response will drive trim valve to a closed position. When in normal range light extinguishes and AC runs normally |
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Term
CAUTION:
AIR COND PACK HOT
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Definition
| Illuminates when the ACM becomes overheated. Auto response is supply of bleed air flow is shut down. Accomplished by closing the HP and nacelle shut off valves both the #1 and #2 engine bleed systems. When in normal range the light extinguishes and system operates normally |
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| Describe Emergency Ram Air Ventilation |
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Definition
| If bleed air is shut off (Auto or Manually) the ACM will not run. Then the air can come through the NACA vents located on the right and left sie of the dorsal fin to provide ventilation. Increase in airspeed and opening the Outflow Valve will help provide more air circulation. |
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Term
| How does the AC system know when to convert to emergency ops? |
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Definition
| When the ACM stops working, a check valve ( a baffle) in the ram air ducting, shifts to allow air entering the vents to enter the cabin air supply duct. |
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Term
| Where does the Ram air go during normal ops? |
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Definition
| Flows into the air conditioning pack service bay. Then draws into a cooling duct to assist in the cooling of the 2 heat exchangers |
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Term
| Generally, how does the pressurization system work? |
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Definition
| Controls cabin altitude by regulating the flow of conditioned cabin air through the Outflow Valve |
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Term
| Where is the Outflow Valve located? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where is the Cabin Altitude Computer Located? |
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Definition
| In the Avionics Equipment Bay |
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Term
| What happens if the Auto Pressurization System Fails? |
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Definition
| Revert to Manual ops by sing the Safety Outflow Valve |
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Term
| Where is the Safety Outflow Valve Located? |
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Definition
| Located on the Forward Pressure Bulkhead |
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Term
| What controls the Normal Outflow Valve? How? |
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Definition
| Cabin Altitdue Computer, Conputer receives signals from ambient pressure and cabin pressure sensors, PSEU signals (WOW switches/power lever angles) and Control Panel then sends control commands to the Outflow valve |
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Term
| What kind of valve is the Normal Outflow Valve? |
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Definition
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Term
| How is the Outflow Valve opened and closed? |
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Definition
| Spring loaded closed and opened by suction |
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Term
| What produces the suction to open the Normal Outflow Valve? |
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Definition
| Venturi ejector utilizing 18 psi bleed air |
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Term
| How does the Normal Outflow Valve know when to open? |
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Definition
| Electrical signals from the Cabin Altitude Computer operate a torque motor that meters the amount of suction applied to the valve |
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Term
| What is the safety mechanism for the Normal Outflow Valve? |
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Definition
| There is a pressure relief valve incorporated - designed to open when cabin pressure differential exceeds 5.8 (+/-) 0.15psi |
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Term
| How does the Safety Outflow Valve open and close? |
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Definition
| Spring loaded closed and suction to open |
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Term
| From what source does the Safety Outflow valve receive it's suction pressure? |
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Definition
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Term
| What mechanical action happens when you turn the Safety Outflow Valve? |
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Definition
| The Manual Control Knob on the Pressurization Control panel controls the needle valve in the suction line metering the amount suction applied to open it |
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Term
| What happens on the ground with the Safety Outflow valve? |
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Definition
| While on the ground the valve slowly opens in response to control knob inputs due to cabin differential |
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Term
| Does the Safety Outflow Valve have a pressure relief valve? |
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Definition
| Yes Designed to open when the cabin pressure differential exceeds 5.8 (+/-) 0.15 psi |
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Term
| What are the 4 modes of Pressurization Control? |
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Definition
| Automatic; Semi-Automatic; Manual and Dump |
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Term
| Describe, in detail, Auto mode for the Pressurization Control. |
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Definition
| Switch to AUTO; the cabin Alt Comp and Normal Out Valve controls pressurization; Cabin Alt set to NORM; set BARO pressure of departure airport (and dest before descent); Cabin Alt indicator to DEST ELEV; Cabin Alt Rate Knob to White Caret; Manual Control Knob is fully counter clockwise |
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| Why would you want to use the Semi-Auto mode for pressurization control? |
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Definition
| If AUTO Mode malfunctions or a customized rate is needed or wanted |
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Term
| How do you set up the Semi-Auto mode for pressurization control? |
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Definition
| Mode Select AUTO; Cabin select CAB SET; Cabin Altitude - appropriate as determined by teh placard next to the indicator (don't forget to reset for dest airport); Baro Pressure set to departure airport; Rate Adjust knob to INDEX MARK or rate desired |
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Term
| What rate of Climb and Descent (pressurization) do you get with the rate indicator knob at the INDEX MARK? |
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Definition
| 500 fpm for climb and 300 fpm for descent |
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Term
| What is unique - 2 things- about the Manual Mode (pressurization)? |
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Definition
| Only mode that utilizes the Safety Outflow Valve AND no electricity is needed for this mode to operate |
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Term
| How do you set up the Manual Mode of Pressurization? |
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Definition
| Pressure Mode Select to MAN; Turn manual control knob clockwise to climb cabin and counter-clockwise to lower cabin altitude |
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Term
| What happens when you put the pressurization Select Mode to Manual? |
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Definition
| Electrical Power is removed from the Normal Outflow Valve and it reverts to it's spring loaded closed position |
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Term
| When would you use the DUMP mode? |
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Definition
| To evacuate smoke from the cabin or cargo areas |
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Term
| What happens mechanically when you select DUMP? |
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Definition
| The Normal Outflow Valve goes to it's full open position |
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Term
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Definition
| Cabin Altitude exceeds 10,000 feet |
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Term
| What is AFCS? What are it's components? |
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Definition
Automatic Flight Control System:
1 Flight Guidance Controller, 2 Air Data Computers, 2 Attitude Heading Reference (AHRS); 2 FMS, 2 Instrument Controllers and Advisory Displays; Yaw Damper and Auto Pilot Servos |
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Term
| Where does the AHRS send the info? |
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Definition
| Heading and Attitude infor to the active FGC and EFIS Systems |
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Term
| What do the Air Data Computers supply? |
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Definition
| Speed, Altitude, rate of change to flight instruments and to active Flight Guidance Computer |
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Term
| Where do the FMS send information? |
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Definition
| Provide NAV info to the active FGC |
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Term
| What is and Where is the Flight Guidance Computer? |
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Definition
| It's a keyboard on the glareshield - sends pilot generated commands to the active FGC |
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Term
| What do the knobs on the Instrument Controllers do? |
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Definition
TOP KNOB - provides a readout of the desired course on the HSI
LOWER KNOB - positions the heading bug on the appropriate HSI |
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Term
| Why are there 2 Flight Guidance Computers and how do they function? |
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Definition
| Only one FGC is active at a time, the other is a spare that will automatically come online if the other fails. Can be selected ont he AFCS by pushing the R or L AFCS buttons. They output info as a single command bar on the Capt and FO Attitude Indicators |
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Term
| Where is the Yaw Damper located? |
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Definition
| On the Vertical Stabilizer |
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Term
| Where does the Yaw Damper Get information? |
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Definition
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Term
| What happens when the Yaw Dam loses the signal from the FGC? |
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Definition
| Yaw Damper is turned off and the Autopilot cannot be engaged |
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Term
| Where does the Autopilot get it's information? |
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Definition
| Same signals from the FGC as the command line |
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Term
| How does one uncouple the Autopilot Servos? |
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Definition
| By using the Touch Control Steering button on the control wheel |
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Term
| What can be changed by using the TCS? |
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Definition
| Attitude, Altitude and/or vertical speed |
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Term
| What is unique about the AP button on the Flight Guidance Computer? |
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Definition
| When you press it ON, the YD also becomes engaged but when pressed OFF the YD does not go offline |
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Term
| What is unique about the YD Button? |
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Definition
| When pressed OFF the AP will also come offline |
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Term
| What happens when you press HSI SEL? |
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Definition
| You are choosing which air data computer and flight instruments will provide NAV commands to the FGC |
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Term
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Definition
| The selected crewmember (see caret) to change the nav source displayed |
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Term
| What happens when you press HDG? |
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Definition
| Causes flight director to respond to changes from the heading bug on the active HSI |
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Term
| What happens when you press NAV? |
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Definition
| Arms the system to capture the course set on the active HSI The HDG is active until the selected course is intercepted |
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Term
| What happens when you press APP? |
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Definition
| Arms lateral commands and vertical if the glide slope is present to capture and track the nav aid on the active HSI |
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Term
| What is the difference between ALT and ALT SEL? |
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Definition
| ALT captures current Altitude and ALT SEL will capture the altitude displayed in the preselect controller |
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Term
| What happens when IAS is pressed? |
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Definition
| Command to hold an indicated airspeed - trim wheel can be used to change the airspeed |
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Term
| What happens when VS is pressed? |
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Definition
| Command to hold a Vertical Speed - trim wheel can be used to change the vertical speed |
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Term
| DADC DATA INVLD = Where is it displayed and what do you do about it? |
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Definition
| On the Advisory Display - select opposite side HSI SEL |
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Term
| CHECK NAV SOURCE - What happened? |
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Definition
| APP or BC has been selected while Nav source is RNAV or AUX NAV selection |
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Term
| CHECK NAV FREQ - What happened? |
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Definition
| BC has been selected with a VOR freg is tuned instead of LOC |
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Term
| LDG ATT 6 DEG - What happened? |
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Definition
| The Landing Attitude Certification has been exceeded |
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Term
| FD NAV MISMATCH[R VALID] - What happened and what action do you take? |
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Definition
| Active in DUAL HSI or GS MODE - NAV receivers do not agree and R has been selected as valid. ACTION - If R is correct then press the RESET button - if you think the L is correct then pres L AFCS and then RESET |
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Term
| FD NAV DATA INVLD - Why did this appear and what action do you take? |
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Definition
| Amber mesage means loss of valid NAV data on selected side - can be cleared by RESET button |
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Term
| FD DADC DATA INVLD - Why and what action is taken? |
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Definition
| Amber message means loss of air data on selected side - can be cleared by RESET button |
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Term
| RAD ALT INVLD - Why and what action taken? |
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Definition
| Active only in APP mode - no RAD ALT data - cleared by RESET |
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Term
| FD HDG DATA INVLD - Why and what action is taken? |
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Definition
| Amber message - loss of heading data on selected side - cleared by RESET button |
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Term
| ADI ROLL MISMATCH - Why and action taken? |
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Definition
| AD indicators do not agree - illuminates when mismatched by 6 degrees - CANNOT BE RESET |
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Term
| ADI PITCH MISMATCH - Why and action taken? |
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Definition
| Pitch on the 2 ADI's don't match- illuminates when out by 6 degrees - NO RESET |
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Term
| HSI HDG MISMATCH - Why and action taken? |
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Definition
| The 2 HSI's disagree by 6 degrees in level flight or 12 degrees in a turn - NO RESET |
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Term
| EXCESSIVE DEV - Why and action taken? |
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Definition
| Only apprears in DUAL HSI or DUAL MLS - The LOC or GS exceeds the CAT II window-NO RESET |
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Term
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Definition
| Pitch wheel is used during ALT HOLD mode |
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Term
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Definition
| Selected NAV source changed by use of VL, MLS or AUX pushbuttons while in NAV mode |
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Term
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Definition
| VOR freq selected while in LOC mode or vice versa |
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Term
| How do you check your TAS? |
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Definition
| Push the button above the ADI - will appear instead of SAT |
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Term
| AP DISENGAGED (steady) - Why and action? |
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Definition
| Crew selected PA OFF via control wheel or FGC - can be cleared by reset button or repeated button pushing on the control wheel |
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Term
| AP DISENGAGED (flashing) = Why and action? |
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Definition
| AP disengaged by a AFCS monitor - Clear the message results in another message identifying the cause of the disengagement |
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Term
| AP/YD DISENGAGED (steady) - Why and action? |
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Definition
| Crew selected AP/YD off by selecting the YD on the FGC |
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Term
| AP/YD DISENGAGED (flashing) = Why and action? |
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Definition
| Disengaged by monitor within the AFCS - when message cleared another message will apprear regarding the why |
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Term
| YD DISENGAGED (steady) Why and Action? |
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Definition
| Crew selected YD OFF via the FGC |
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Term
| YD DISENGAGED (flashing) Why and action? |
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Definition
| Monitor within the AFCS has disengaged the YD - clear the message for further info |
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Term
| What message appear after disengagements? |
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Definition
| AHRS DATA INVLD or DADC DATA INVLD - Both of the AHRS or DADC's are receiving bad info |
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Term
| MISTRIM (Trim Nose up) or (Trim Nose down) - Why? |
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Definition
| AFCS senses a load on the pitch servo - No action required - system will automatically retrim the airplane - if this message doesn't clear in a few seconds the crew should disengage the AP |
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Term
| PITCH TRIM FAIL - Why and action? |
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Definition
| AFCS monitors have sensed a failure in auto pitch - Disconnect the AP - crew should feel a force on control wheel |
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Term
| How does the Alttidue Alert system work? |
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Definition
| Alerts occur when approaching or departing an altitude that has been preselected on the altitude preselect controller - ALT SEL on the FGC - at 1000 feet to go a light on the upper right corner of the altimeters illuminates and a chime sounds - at 250 feet to go the light goes out. DEVIATING - at 250 feet from altitude - alert illuminates and chime sounds |
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Term
| Can the AP be engaged on the ground? |
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Definition
| NO the message AFCT ON GRND appears to remind you |
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Term
| When you use the FD for take-off what config does it give you? |
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Definition
| The FD puts the command bars at a 10 degree pitch up (with flaps extended) and a 12 degree pitch up without flaps. If more than a 12 degrees you risk a tail strike |
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Definition
| AP Engaged - No lateral mode engaged - Bank angle less than 6 degree |
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Definition
| No lateral mode engaged - Bank is greater than 6 but less than 45 degrees - TCS was used to initiate the roll while AP was engaged - IF BANK MORE THAN 45 THE AP WILL BRING IT BACK TO 45 DEG |
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Term
| How do you set the VOR MODE? |
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Definition
| Tune NAV to correct freq - selet VL as NAV source - SET COURSE on HSI - SET HDG BUG on desired intercept - SELECT NAV on FGC - AD will show HDG SEL in Green and VOR in WHITE- WAIT FOR VOR* |
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Term
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Definition
| Tune ILS - SET HSI for inbound course - Set HDG BUG intercept - SEL VL for NAV MODE - SELECT APP |
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Term
| What is Dual Couple Approach Mode? |
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Definition
| Approach can be continued in the event of a failure of one of the nav receivers - Both navs must be set to the same freq - same course set on the HSI's - Will happen below 1200 RAD ALT - Both pointers will show on the HSI |
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Term
| How do you fly and set up a Back Course? |
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Definition
| Exactly like a front course for setting up - the GS will be inhibited |
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Term
| What happens when the GA is pressed? |
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Definition
| Button is on the side of wither power lever - All FD modes are cancelled - AP is disengaged - command bar 10 deg nose up |
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Term
| Diagram Capt Side/FO Side Schematic for Auto Flight |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the VHF freq range for comm? |
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Definition
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Term
| Diagram all Comm antennae |
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Definition
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Term
| Which buttons emit a chime in the cabin? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is SELCAL and how does it work? |
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Definition
| Selective Calling System - allows dispatch to call the aircraft anywhere in the system - only on the #2 VHF freq - the blue light will illuminate and you will hear dialing |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| How many static dischargers are on the fuselage? And where are they located? |
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Definition
| 6 on each wing, 7 on the horizontal stab and 5 on the rudder section |
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Term
| Who can jumpseat on an aircraft? |
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Definition
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Term
| Can firearms be carried in an aircraft? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the rules regarding prisoner transport? |
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Definition
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| What are the emergency codes? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the HAZMAT rules? |
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Definition
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Term
| What animals may be carried in the cabin? |
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Definition
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Term
| If a CAPT diverges from flight rules is there paperwork to be done? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the various categories of accidents/incidents? |
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Definition
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Term
| What consists of the emergency equipment on the flight deck? |
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Definition
| Protective Breathing Equipment - a smoke hood - located behind the FO seat. Oxygen masks - 3 Smoke goggles, Fire extinguisher, Fire Ax, 2 flashlights, Emergency Hyd Pump lever, Crew escape Rope, Life Vests, Flare Gun, Emergency Locator Transmitter |
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Term
| What kind of oxygen masks are in the flight cabin? |
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Definition
| 3 quick don masks, preflight for leaks, position to NORMAL and Diluter Demand regulator to 100% to ensure 100% oxygen delivery in an emergency |
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Term
| Where is the oxygen system located and how do you read the pressure? |
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Definition
| Bottle and system is located on the lower forward nose compartment and pressure is read on the FO side via a gauge |
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Term
| What Emergency equipment is located in the Cabin? |
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Definition
| Oxygen Equipment, First Aid Kit, PAX Service Kit, Emergency Medical Kit, Flashlight and Life Vest for FA |
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Term
| How is the emergency lighting powered? |
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Definition
| Runs directly off the 4 nicad batteries located in the ceiling and the other 2 in the avionics rack. Should last for 20 minutes |
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Term
| What kind of oxygen is kept in the cabin? |
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Definition
2 Portable bottles with masks attached, located just forward of 1E, when fully charged (1800 psi) will supply 2 PAX with 30 mins of oxygen
Another bottle - forward of 1D marked CREW ONLY will provide 60 mins and will deliver 100% oxygen at all altitudes - for emergency PAX use or FA on emergency descent |
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Term
CAUTION:
EMER LTS DISARMED |
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Definition
| Illuminated when the aircraft is powered and the EMER LTS switch is in the OFF position, lights goes off when switch is in the ARM or ON position. Loss of SECONDARY BUS will illuminate this caution also |
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Term
| Diagram Emergency Lighting Schematic |
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Definition
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Term
| What kind of power system does the Dash use? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many DC sources are there and how many buses? |
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Definition
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Term
| How many AC sources and how many buses? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| What power is used via external power? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the DC system powered by? |
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Definition
| 2 Ni-Cad Batteries(24V); 2 Engine Driven Starter Genreators(28v); 2 Transformer Rectifier Units (28v) |
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Term
| What is teh AC system powered by? |
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Definition
| 2 Engine driven generators (115v, three phase, variable AC); 3 static invertors (115v fixed, single phase) |
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Term
| What amp hours are the 2 batteries? |
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Definition
| Main Battery is 40 amp/hour and the Aux Battery is 15 amp/hour |
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Term
| Where are the batteries located? |
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Definition
| Lower left nose compartment inspection door |
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Term
| What is powered off the Main Battery? |
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Definition
| Both Essential DC Busses and both Main DC buses provided the Main BusTie switch is selected ON |
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Term
| How is the Main Battery Charged? |
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Definition
| There is a 2 way flwo of current between the Right Main DC Bus and Main Barryer - this will allow a battery start for the Main Bat will supply power to the Main Bus for that operation |
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Term
| What is a main difference between the Main and Aux Battery? |
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Definition
| The Aux Battery can be charged during flight from the L Main DC Bus but is only a 1 way flow of current |
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Term
| What is another way to charge the batteries and how is it acomplished? |
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Definition
| Can be charged via the DC external power unit provided that the applicable battery switch is selected |
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Term
| Which aircraft components receive battery power regardless of switch position or external power? |
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Definition
| Dome and Boarding Lights, Emergency Lights Controller, Emergency Shut Off Valves (Hydraulic and Fuel) PA Emergency Power and Fire Bottle Squibs |
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Term
| What is the Time of Usefull Consciousness at 25,000 feet after a decompression? |
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Definition
| 30 secs - 1 min after an explosive decompression, 2-3 minutes after normal decompression |
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Term
| Give an Emergency Evac order to the FA and PAX |
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Definition
| Include - Nature of Emergency, EVAC procedure, Seat Belt Use, Brace Position, Location of Fire Exits and how to use them, when to use the emergency exit and what to do after exiting |
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Term
| What type of fire extinguishers are kept on the Dash and what types of fires are they used for? |
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Definition
| 3 in total. Located behind Catps chair, Emergency Equip Cabin and Behind Row 9. They are Halon 1211 agent that is good on A, B, and C fires - NOT Burning metal |
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Term
| What are type A B and C Fires? |
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Definition
A = Paper, Fabric or Wood
B = Flammable Liquids
C = Electrical |
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Term
| What happens when battery MASTER SWTICH goes ON? |
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Definition
| The Main Battery and AUX Battery are connected to the Essential Buses |
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Term
| How many battery switches are there? |
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Definition
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Term
| What happens when you put the AUX BAT and MAIN BAT switches in the ON position? |
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Definition
| The AUX and MAIN Batts are connected with their respective Main and Essential Buses |
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Term
| What happens in this config - BATTERY MASTER OFF with MAIN BATT ON? |
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Definition
| Nothing - The battery Master switch must be ON for the MAIN and AUX switches to be powered |
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Term
| What is the MAIN BAT connected to? |
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Definition
| The Right Main Bus - The Right Battery bus links to the R MAIN Bus and charges the MAIN BATT during normal ops |
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Term
Situation: BATT MASTER ON
MAIN BATT ON
AUX BATT OFF
What happens? |
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Definition
| Battery is disconnected from the L Main Bus |
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Term
| What is unique about the AUX BATT side? |
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Definition
| The AUX BATT cannot power the L MAIN BUS - it can only receive power for charging during normal ops |
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Term
| What is the function of the MAIN BUS TIE? |
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Definition
| Can battery start engine #1 first - connects the two main buses via this switch since the AUX BATT cannot power the L MAIN BUS |
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Term
Situation:
EXT PRW ON
What is happening? |
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Definition
| When connected to an external DC Power the L and R Main Buses will be powered - There is an automatic bus tie function that allows all remaining DC Buses to be powered in this way (Both Essential Buses and Both Secondary Buses) |
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Term
| What happens when GND SVC is selected? |
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Definition
| External power is available to service people and runs the following lights - Baggage Comp, Cabin Overhead Door, Airstair Door and Position Lights. The Main, Essential and Secondary Buses remain unpowered |
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Term
| How do you know when your external power is functioning? |
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Definition
| A green light below EXT PWR switch illuminates |
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Term
| What is a good check to do after EXT PWR is connected? |
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Definition
| Monitor Battery load and volt readings on teh DC Monitor to be sure of quality EXT PWR source |
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Term
| Describe the Battery Temperature Monitor Test |
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Definition
2 Tests -
Press TEST button - the panel will simulate an overtemp situation and you should check for the following indications - Both scales illuminate in three colors up to 70 deg - MAIN BAT HOT and AUX BAT HOT warning lights illuminate and flash - MASTER WARNING flashes.
SECOND TEST:
Toggle the TEST button to simulate electrical shorts and electrical circuit malfunctions - MAIN and AUX scales are AMBER ONLY to 60 deg c indicating a monitor failure and MAIN AUX Sensory failure lights come on located on the side of the scale |
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Term
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Definition
| 2 Generators - Run off respective engine's accessory gearbox - 28 Volt DC - Air cooled |
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Term
| What is a GCU and what is it's function? |
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Definition
| Generator Control Unit - one for each Gen - located behind FO seat - Converts the Starter/Gen from Starter mode to Gen mode at approx 60% N1 - monitors and regulates voltage output to maintain a constant 28 volts no matter the engine speed or electrical demand on the system - protects electrical system from DC faults by taking Gens offline |
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Term
| Where are the TRU's located? |
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Definition
| Upper section of the nose, forward of the pressure bulkhead |
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Term
| What is the function of the TRU's |
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Definition
| Receive 115v AC power from the respective variable AC buses and convert to 28v DC |
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Term
| Where do the TRU's send their converted DC Power? |
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Definition
| To their respective Secondary Buses |
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Term
| Where do you find the TRU switches? |
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Definition
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Term
| How do you take the TRU's offline? |
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Definition
| Pull the circuit breakers on the 115v CB panel behind the FO headrest |
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Term
| Main Bus Tie - Crew versus DC Logic - Who wins? |
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Definition
| DC Logic will override manual cockpit attempts of control |
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Term
| What does the Main Bus Tie tie together? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Main Bus Tie
Main-Secondary Bus Tie (2)
Secondary Bus Tie |
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Term
| What does the Main/Secondary Bus Tie tie together? |
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Definition
| L and R Main Buses to the L and R Secondary Buses respectively |
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Term
| What does the Secondary Bus unite? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the normal config of the Bus Ties |
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Definition
| Bus ties are in the OPEN position during normal aircraft power and CLOSED during EXT PWR ops |
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Term
| Which DC Malfunction does not have a Warning/Caution Light? |
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Definition
| None - They are all announced to the crew |
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Term
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Definition
| There has been a fault in one of the generators and the GCU has taken it offline |
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Term
What have you lost if you get the CAUTION
#1 or #2 DC GEN? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is happening in the DC Logic System when you lose one GEN? |
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Definition
| The Main Bus Tie auto closes allowing the remaining gen to power both main buses. The essential buses remain powerd since they are powered off their respective Main buses |
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Term
CAUTION
#1 (#2) DC GEN HOT |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| What happens in the DC Logic System when you lose a TRU? |
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Definition
| DC Logic Closes the Secondary Bus Tie so that the Secondary Bus on the side of the failed TRU can still be powered |
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Term
| What CAUTION light do you get as a result of a Dual Gen Failure? |
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Definition
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Term
| What will the DC Logic System do as a result of a Dual Gen Failure? |
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Definition
| The Logic System will close the Main-Secondary Bus Ties allowing the Main Gen to remain powered by the Secondary Buses |
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Term
| What happens to the Essential Buses during a Dual Gen Failure? |
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Definition
| They remained powered because they are powered by the Main Buses |
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Term
| On what type of DC Failures do Main-Secondary Buses NOT close? |
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Definition
| When there is a Dual Failure accompanied by another DC Source Failure |
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Term
| When will the Main-Secondary Buses auto close in tandem? |
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Definition
| Whenever there is a DUAL GEN failure, DUAL TRU failure or DUAL AC GEN Failure |
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Term
CAUTION
L TRU R TRU
What is the DC Logic Doing? |
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Definition
| DC Logic will close the Main-Secondary Bus Ties allowing the Secondary buses to remain powered |
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Term
| Will a Dual Gen Failure trigger a Master Warning? |
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Definition
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Term
CAUTION:
#1 DC GEN
#2 DC GEN
L (R) TRU
What do you lose and what is happening with DC Logic? |
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Definition
| Lost the Main Buses - Warning Light comes on - DC Logic closes the secondary Bus Tie only to keep the Secondary Buses powered by remaining TRU - The R MAIN BUS and ESS BUSES are now being powered by the battery until the Abnormal checklist is run |
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Term
CAUTION
L TRU
R TRU
#1 (#2) DC GEN
What do you lose and what is happening with the DC Logic? |
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Definition
| Lost Secondary Buses - Master Caution light for Dual TRU and Single Gen Failure - DC Logic closes the Main Bus Tie only to power both Main Buses but the Main-Secondary Buses do not close |
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Term
| How are the Invertors Powered? |
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Definition
| The Primary Inverter is powered by the L ESS Bus; the SEcondary Invertor is powered by teh R ESS BUS and the Aux Invertor is powered by the L MAIN BUS |
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Term
| What aircraft services do the Inverters power? |
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Definition
| Flight Instruments, communications equip, hyd quantity and flight control surface position indicators |
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Term
| What controls the Invertos, and How does it control them and where is it located? |
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Definition
| Paralleling Control Box incorporates frequency synchronization and load sharing circuits - it's located behind the Capt seat |
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Term
| Where does the Invertor Output go? |
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Definition
| Primary output goes to the L 115v Bus, the Secondary goes to the R 115v Bus and the Aux can be selected to either bus |
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Term
| In which position do you keep the AUX Invertor? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the components of the AC System? |
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Definition
| 2 AC Gens; 2 AC GCU's; 2 115v variable AC Buses; 2 TRU's; 3 Invertors; and 2 26v fixed AC Buses |
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Term
| How and from what do the 2 26v fixed AC Buses receive their power? |
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Definition
| Fron the R and L 115v fixed AC Buses via 2 26 volt/400 hz transformers |
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Term
| Why do you need the 26 volt fixed power? |
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Definition
| The majority of flight instruments such as the HMI, RMI, ADI and ALT require 26 volt fixed AC power |
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Term
| Where do the L and R 26v Fixed Buses send their power? |
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Definition
| The Left Bus sends the power to the Capt side and the Right sends to the FO's side |
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Term
| What parts of the AC System do not have failure lights? |
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Definition
| L or R 115v fixed AC Bus, Failed Autotransformers or paralleling control box |
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Term
| What parts of the AC System can be monitored from the cockpit? |
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Definition
| The Volts and Load of all 3 Invertors and the AC outputs and load of the 2 AC Gens - load current on all three phases A, B and C |
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Term
| What does the push-to-test button actually test? |
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Definition
| That all the LED display can be illuminated |
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Term
| Diagram the Electrical Schematic |
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Definition
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Term
| Name the 5 components of the fire protection system |
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Definition
| Overheat and fire detection loops in the nacelle; Engine fire extinguishing system; Smoke detection in the cargo area; Lav smoke detection and fire extinguisher; hand-operated fire extinguishers in the cabin and flight comp |
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Term
| What is contained in the nacelle fire detection loops? |
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Definition
| A mixture of helium and hydrogen gas |
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Term
| Where are the loops located? |
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Definition
| Loop A is routed throughout the nacelle and provides overheat and fire detectionin all areas; Loop B is looped only along the intercompressor area of the engine with overheat and fire detection monitoring |
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Term
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Definition
| One end is sealed with the other end connected to a responder unit |
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Term
| How are the Fire Detection loops powered/wired? |
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Definition
| Powered by their respective Ess Buses as well as crosswind to the opposite bus |
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Term
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Definition
| When exposed to excessive heat the gas in the loops expand and the responder triggers the warning system |
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Term
| What warnings do you get in the cockpit when there is a possible fire? |
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Definition
| FIVE Warning Lights - Master Warning (Flashing); Check Fire Det; 2 Engine Fire Press to Reset and Pull Fuel Off (on one of the T handles) |
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Term
| How do you reset the fire detection lights? |
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Definition
| They go out when the fire has been extinguished |
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Term
| How do you know if there is a fault in the fire detection loops? |
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Definition
| An amber light will illuminate on the Fire Protection Panel; you will also get the MASTER WARNING and the CHECK FIRE DET lights for a loop fault due to lack of gas, power loss or a defective responder |
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Term
| After a faulty loop is detected what action in the cockpit needs to be taken? |
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Definition
| Run the Abnormal Checklist - you will be instructed to select the Loop Arming Selector to the operational loop. This serves to remove the faulty loop from the detection esrvices and extinguishes the loop fault light |
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Term
| What are the Engine Fire Extinguishers made of? |
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Definition
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Term
| Where are the Engine Fire Extinguishers located? |
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Definition
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Term
| What do the Engine Fire Extinguishers contain? |
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Definition
| Halon under high pressure |
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Term
| How does material get out of the Engine Fire Extinguishers? |
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Definition
| Each bottle has two discharge valves (squibs), one valve on each bottle is connected to #1 Nacelle and the other to the #2 nacelle - They are actuated by explosive cartridges that are electronically detonated |
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Term
| How are the Engine Fire Extinguishers powered? |
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Definition
| They are wired directly to the engine batteries |
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Term
| How can you know if the Engine Fire Extinguishers are NOTdishcharged? |
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Definition
| There are two disc indicators below the Left Inboard Wing Flap provide visual indications - RED and YELLOW |
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Term
| What do the absence of the RED and YELLOW discs under the Left Inboard Wing Flap indicate? |
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Definition
RED = Engine Fire Extinguisher Bottle has discharged due to THERMAL expansion
YELLOW = Extinguisher dishcarged via the crew |
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Term
| What three things are accomplished when the T handle is pulled? |
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Definition
1 - The Emergency Fuel Shut Off Valve Closes
2 - Closing of the Energency Hyd Shut Off Valve, no cockpit indication
3 - The two extinguisher bottles become armed and the 2 FWD and AFT amber lights come on in the cockpit |
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Term
| How do you know when the Emergency Fuel Shut Off Valve is closed? |
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Definition
| There is an indication on the Fire Panel - The Green open light - green - goes out and the Fuel Valve Closed lgiht - WHITE goes on |
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Term
| What happens after the Extinguisher switch is moved to the FWD or AFT position? |
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Definition
| The appropriate bottle is discharged into the nacelle and the corresponding amber cockpit light goes out |
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Term
| What is the indication that you have successfully extinguished the engine fire? |
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Definition
| The T handle light goes out, the 2 Engine Fire Press to REset light extinguish and the CHeck Fire Det light goes out |
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Term
| When testing the Fire Protection System - how many lights are you looking for and how do you perform the test? |
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Definition
| Select test switch to the right or left - the 5 warning lights come on as well as the loop advisory lights A and B |
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Term
| What does the T handle test accomplish? |
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Definition
| The closing of the Emergency Fuel Shut Off Valve and the successful arming of the squibs |
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Term
| How many smoke detectors are onboard and where are they located? |
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Definition
| Two in the baggage comp located on the ceiling and the forward wall. One in the Lav directyl above the Lav Door |
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Term
| How do you test the baggage smoke detectors? What happens? |
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Definition
| Baggage Smoke Warning Test Switch - Test 1 and Test 2 - looking for the illumination of SMOKE and the Master Warning Light |
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Term
| Is there an alarm associated with the smoke detectors? |
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Definition
| Only alarm with the Lav detector - located on the device itself |
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Term
| What happens if there is smoke in the Lav? |
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Definition
| An alarm on the device itself goes off and a single chime emits from the PA system |
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Term
| What is the visual warning in the cockpit for the Lav Smoke? |
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Definition
| There is no cockpit indication for smoke in the Lav |
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Term
| How is a Lav fire extinguished? |
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Definition
| There is an automatic discharge of a fire extinguisher that is located in the bin and will discharge Halon when excessive temps are present |
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Term
| How many hand held fire extinguishers are in the aircraft and where are they located? |
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Definition
| THREE - One is in the flight deck behind the Capt - One in Emergency stowage just aft of the galley; the last is located on the rear cabin wall behind row 9 |
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Term
| What are the flight time limitations? |
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Definition
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Term
| Are there any pairing requirements? Operating Limitatinos for new pilots? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the rules regarding carrying manuals? |
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Definition
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Term
| Is there an ASAP type program? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the exit row seating requirements? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the briefing requirements? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the Prisoner rules? |
|
Definition
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Term
| What are the unaccompanied minor rules? |
|
Definition
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Term
| What are the pets and service animal rules? |
|
Definition
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Term
| Can you file VFR on commercial flights? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are VFR requirements? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| When is an Alternate required? |
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Definition
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Term
| Any weather exemptions like 3585? |
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Definition
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Term
| When can you request a visual approach? |
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Definition
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Term
| Are there contact approaches? |
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Definition
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Term
| Rules for Land and Hold Short Ops? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Special Ferry Permit rules? |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Definition
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Definition
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| What is Density Altitude? |
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| When can you use reduced Torque? |
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| Precision Approach Profile |
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| Non Precision Approach Profile |
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| Circling Approach Profile |
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| Missed Approach Procedure |
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| What are the Primary Flight Controls? |
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| Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder Systems, Spoilers to assist ailerons |
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| What are the Secondary Flight Controls? |
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| Flaps, Trims tabs, servo Tabs and Spring Tabs |
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| How are the Spoilers and rudders powered? What are they called? |
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| Hydraulically Powered and are the Powered Flight Control surfaces |
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| What controls the elevators? |
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| Bellcranks, Pulleys, cables and push rods - Mechanical System |
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| How are the elevators hooked up? |
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| The left and right elevators have their own independent cable cirsuit control systems. The left is hooked to the left column (yoke) and the right is hooked to the right column - there is a torque tube that connects them together which is below the flight deck allowing to be operated together |
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| How does the Torque Tube work? |
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| The Torque Tube interconnect mechanism makes it possible to disconnect the elevators via the Pitch Disconnect Handle - Pulling it and turning it 90 degrees - isolates an elevator jam |
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| What does a Control Lock do and where is it located? |
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| A control lock will lock the elevator in the full down position - it is located forward of the Power levers |
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| How does the Elevator Trim system work? |
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| Mechanical Trim System operates two trim tabs located on teh outboard trailing edge of each elevator surface. A common shaft join two elevator trim wheels |
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| How do you know the position of the Elevator Trim? |
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| The Elevator Trim Position indicator is located on the Left side of the power console inboard of the left trim wheel |
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| What does the TRIM LT button do? |
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| Illuminates the Elevator Trim Indicator Window |
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| What happens if the Elevator Trim is NOT in the correcgt position for Take Off? |
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| The Take Off Warning Horn goes off |
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| What happens if the normal electric trim system fails? |
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| There is an electrical Standby Elevator Trim System |
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| How does the Electric Elevator Trim work? |
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| There is an electric elevator trim servo in the tail section which can be operated by either pilot via toggle switches |
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| Are there two separate servos for the manual electric trim versus the AFCS elevator trim? |
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| Where is the Standby Elevator Trim Switch and how do the pilots use it? |
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| On the Capt side - Once armed either pilot can control the elevator trim with a toggle switch |
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| How do you activate the Standby Elevator Trim? |
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| Put the switch in the ARM position |
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| What controls the ailerons? |
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| The ailerons are mechanically controlled and operated |
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| How do the spoilers operate and how are they controlled? |
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| The are mechanically controlled and hydraulically powered |
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| Are the spoilers and ailerons on the same system? |
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| What controls the spoilers and what controls the ailerons? |
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| The pilot yoke controls the spoilers and the co pilots has the airlerons but they are interconnected for normal ops |
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| What happens in the case of an roll control jam? |
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| The ROLL DISCONNECT handle can be pulled to disconnect the aileron/spoiler |
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| How many ailerons and spoilers are there? |
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| One aileron and two spoilers (inboard and outboard) |
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| What kind of tabs are use on the ailerons and where are they located? |
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| Spring Tabs and they are located on the trailing edge of each aileron |
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| Which aileron trim tab provides aileron trim? |
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| The right side aileron Spring Trim Tab |
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| Where on the wings are the spoilers located? |
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| Just inboard of the ailerons |
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| When are the outboard spoilers inoperative? |
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| At speeds less than 140 knots |
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| How do the spoilers stay in place? |
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| They stay retracted via constant hyd pressure |
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| What is displayed on the Powered Flight Control Surface Indicator? |
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| Position of the spoilers and the rudder |
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