11.18 Flashcards

1
Q

What happens if the CMC has two identical and the normal CMC fails during flight?

A

The second CMC takes over automatically and all functions are kept.

Example sentence: If the normal CMC fails, the second CMC will automatically take over.

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2
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How can you see from the multifunction control and display unit if a printer is available for use?

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There is an asterisk next to the PRINT message on the display.

Example sentence: Look for the asterisk next to the PRINT message to check if a printer is available.

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3
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If the SEND function selected on the multifunction control and display unit, what does this mean?

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The selected information is sent to the home base station via the data link.

Example sentence: Selecting the SEND function will send the information to the home base station.

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4
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Which backup is available in the event of a failure in a central maintenance computer (CMC) normal channel?

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The CMC backup channel is available in interactive mode only.

Example sentence: In case of a failure, the CMC backup channel can be used in interactive mode.

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5
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Which statement is true regarding the operating modes in the central maintenance computer?

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Interactive mode is only available on the ground.

Example sentence: Interactive mode can only be accessed while the aircraft is on the ground.

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6
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What is the main purpose of the CMCS in interactive mode?

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It is used only on the ground, mainly for systems tests.

Example sentence: Interactive mode is primarily used for conducting systems tests while the aircraft is on the ground.

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7
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Which is the main function or are the main functions of a system BITE?

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It detects failures and to perform tests on the ground.

Example sentence: The main functions of a system BITE are to detect failures and conduct tests while the aircraft is on the ground.

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Which is the function of the reporting mode within the CMC?

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To scan the aircraft systems that are connected to it and to memorise and transmit fault information.

Example sentence: The reporting mode in the CMC is used to scan and transmit fault information from connected aircraft systems.

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9
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What does MCDU FAIL annunciator indicate, that is important to the CMC?

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It shows the MCDU is defective.

Example sentence: The MCDU FAIL annunciator indicates that there is an issue with the MCDU which is important for the CMC.

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10
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How is the maintenance menu selected on the MCDU?

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By pressing the CMC key on the MCDU.

Example sentence: Press the CMC key on the MCDU to access the maintenance menu.

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11
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Which is the disadvantage of older generation aircraft maintenance system?

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The associated switches were in varied locations.

Example sentence: Older generation aircraft maintenance systems had switches located in different and varied locations.

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12
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When is the MCDU mainly used?

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During flight and control the FMS.

Example sentence: The MCDU is mainly used during flight to input and modify flight management system (FMS) data.

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13
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Which information is checked during correlation?

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Time, date, ATA chapter, and sub chapter.

Additional information: Correlation involves cross-referencing different pieces of information to ensure accuracy.

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14
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How are faults recorded with the reporting mode selected and when on the ground?

A

They are listed on the MCDU or ground report printout.

No additional information.

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15
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Which display indication do you get on the MCDU after an output test?

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No displayed test results. The operator decides on whether it passes or fails.

No example sentence.

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16
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How often should the FMS navigation database be updated?

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Every 28 days.

No additional information.

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17
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Which are the two types of failure category?

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Hard and intermittent failure.

No additional information.

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18
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What is loaded into the FMC every 28 days?

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Navigation database.

No additional information.

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19
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What happens if the CMS has two identical CMC’s and the normal CMC fails during flight?

A

The second CMC takes over automatically and all functions are kept.

No additional information.

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20
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How is it possible to see from the multifunction control and display unit that a printer is available for use?

A

There is an asterisk next to the PRINT message on the display.

No additional information.

21
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If the SEND function on the multifunction control and display unit selected what does this mean?

A

The selected information is sent to the home base station via the data link.

No additional information.

22
Q

What statement is true about intelligent skins?

A

They are usually composite and use fibre optics to measure strain in the material.

No additional information.

23
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In the event of failure in a central maintenance computer CMC normal channel in what mode is the backup channel available?

A

The CMC backup channel is available in interactive mode only.

Example: Backup channel is used for system testing during maintenance.

24
Q

Which statement is true about operating modes in the central maintenance computer?

A

Interactive mode is only available on the ground.

No system tests are carried out during flight.

25
Q

What is the main purpose of the CMCS in interactive mode?

A

Used mainly on the ground mainly for systems test.

CMCS stands for Central Maintenance Computer System.

26
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What are the two main functions of a system BITE?

A

TO detect failures and to perform tests on the ground.

BITE stands for Built-In Test Equipment.

27
Q

Which statement is correct about data loading?

A

F-M-S navigation databases are updated every 28 days because of changing navigational data.

FMS stands for Flight Management System.

28
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What is the purpose of a complementary test?

A

An additionally test carried out when a component is not tested during system test.

Ensures all components are tested.

29
Q

When does the electronic library system store faults?

A

During flight phase only.

Faults are recorded for maintenance purposes.

30
Q

What is the correct definition of a hard fault?

A

When it occurs it is permanent.

Hard faults require manual intervention to clear.

31
Q

On a standard multi-purpose control and display units MCDU, how many line select keys are available?

A

12

MCDU is a common interface in aircraft cockpits.

32
Q

In general how is page control achieved?

A

Dependant on aircraft type by pressing the up/down or next previous keys?

Different aircraft models may have different page control methods.

33
Q

What are three possible types of structural monitoring that may be found?

A

Fatigue meter, strain gauges, intelligent skin.

Structural monitoring is essential for detecting potential failures.

34
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When the aircraft is on the ground the system computer BITE?

A

Will either send failure information to the CMC in the reporting mode or will perform tests in the interactive mode depending on the MCDU selection.

Example sentence: The system computer BITE will send failure information to the CMC in the reporting mode.

35
Q

What is the CMC main function in flight?

A

To collect and memorise fault information received from all connected aircraft system.

No additional information.

36
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What is the meaning of the term BITE when used in conjunction with an aircraft computer?

A

Bite is the abbreviation for BUILD IN TEST EQUIPMENT. This means that the respective computer has a built in test capacity.

No additional information.

37
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What are CMC’s modes of operation?

A

Reporting and interactive.

No additional information.

38
Q

How can memorised data be displayed?

A

Viewed on MCDU of printed on the printer or can be sent via the datalink system.

No additional information.

39
Q

When can interactive mode be selected?

A

Only on the ground.

No additional information.

40
Q

In interactive mode which test is available to all systems?

A

Systems tests.

No additional information.

41
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How is redundancy possible in a CMC that only has a backup channel?

A

Is limited to interactive mode only.

No additional information.

42
Q

What are the CMCS data report interface functions?

A

Printer and ACARS.

No additional information.

43
Q

What does the fault message display?

A

LRU Equipment code, ATA chapter number.

No additional information.

44
Q

What is hard failure?

A

A permanent failure.

No additional information.

45
Q

Which mode of operation is the CMC in on the ground?

A

Reporting mode is continued provided interactive mode is not selected.

No additional information.

46
Q

What are the main purposes of the different test functions of the CMC?

A

They confirm the suspect LRU is really faulty and the problem has been solved.

No additional information.

47
Q

What was the earliest form of structure monitoring?

A

Fatigue meters.

Example: The earliest form of structure monitoring involved the use of fatigue meters to track stress levels.

48
Q

What was the earliest form of structure monitoring?

A

Fatigue meters.

Example: The earliest form of structure monitoring involved the use of fatigue meters to track stress levels.