APU Limits Flashcards
1
Q
Can the APU be on for takeoff?
A
No
2
Q
Is there a max pressure altitude for the APU?
A
Yes, 10,000’
3
Q
APU operation is prohibited during (3)
A
- Flight (including takeoff)
- Gravity refueling
- De-icing
4
Q
Can you takeoff with an amber APU FAIL CAS msg?
A
No
5
Q
If the APU automatically shuts down due to a failure, what must occur prior to flight?
A
a visual inspection
6
Q
Required cooling periods between consecutive APU start attempts
A
1st attempt, 1 minute
2nd attempt, 2 minutes
3rd attempt, 15 minutes
7
Q
Continuous APU generator output is limited to ( ), but higher transient loads are authorized for ( ) and ( ).
A
300 amps
Engine cross starts and battery charging
8
Q
Which fuels are approved for the APU?
A
Any fuel that is approved for the engines.
Jet A, Jet A-1, JP-5, and JP-8
