APU Flashcards

0
Q

The APU supplies pneumatic power for

A

Main engine starts and air conditioning

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1
Q

The APU is equipped with a:

A

40 KVA generator

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2
Q

The APU ECU electronic control unit controls the APU during

A

All phases of operation

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3
Q

The APU control system ensures priority is given to

A

Electric loads

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4
Q

Pressurized fuel is supplied to the APU by the

A

APU fuel pump

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5
Q

What is the purpose of the internal bypass valve?

A

Allows the APU to continue to run if APU pump fails because the bypass spring opens

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6
Q

APU RPM is displayed on the

A

EICAS status page

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7
Q

APU bleed air is controlled by modulating

A

APU LCV load control valve

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8
Q

APU bleed pressure readout can be monitored on

A

EICAS “ECS” environmental control system Synoptic page

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9
Q

APU “avail” will illuminate at

A

99% RPM and 2 seconds later

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10
Q

The APU gauges RPM and EGT appear on EICAS when

A

APU POWER/FUEL switch/light is pressed in

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11
Q

APU OVERSPEED warning message is displayed when RPM exceeds:

A

106%

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12
Q

Where is the APU located?

A

Tail one

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13
Q

APU intake door is located:

A

Upper right hand side of aircraft

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14
Q

APU secondary function

A

B and c: supplies bleed air for air conditioning and starting the engine

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15
Q

If APU door position is unknown, airspeed is restricted to

A

220 knots

16
Q

The APU door position is displayed on the

A

EICAS status page