Avionics

Question 1

How is the obstacle clearance or minimum rate of climb information assessed in the FMS?

Answer 1

Take-off INIT

Question 2

What flap setting landing distances are available from the FMS?

Answer 2

39° Only

Question 3

Will the FMS(s) be functional during HMG operations?

Answer 3

MCDU 1 and 3 Only

Question 4

How does the FMS alert the crew?

Answer 4

By placing a message in the scratchpad

Question 5

When weather is selected on the pilot’s NAV display in MAP mode and the EGPWS terrain threat is detected, what will happen?

Answer 5

The EGPWS threat will display

it takes precedence over weather display

Question 6

Red X’s on the A/S, ALT and VS means?

Answer 6

ADM failure

Question 7

In flight, if DU4 fails, what can be done to restore the co-pilot’s PFD display?

Answer 7

Nothing

Question 8

Which DUs are available during HMG operation?

Answer 8

1 and 4

Question 9

How is the radar entered in the standby mode?

Answer 9

By selecting standby, or forcing standby via the WOW system.

Question 10

How can the crew turn on the WX radar on the ground?

Answer 10

Press the STAB button 4 times within 3 seconds

Question 11

Both pilots select the EMG button on the Audio Control Panel. Over which radio(s) will they transmit and receive?

Answer 11

Pilot and Copilot VHF #1, or VHF #3, depending on A/C serial number

Question 12

What is indicated if both pilots had ADC 1 displayed in AMBER on the PFD?

Answer 12

Both pilots using ADC 1

Question 13

When inhibit is selected prior to takeoff, what effect will it have on EICAS messages?

Answer 13

Master Caution, amber aural and blue aural alerts are disabled

Question 14

What does AMBER FWC 1-2 FAIL mean?

Answer 14

FWC #1 and #2 has failed in flight

Question 15

What is the priority for navigation sensor use by the FMS?

Answer 15

GPS, DME/DME, VOR/DME, IRS

Question 16

What would cause a DU to go blank and send a CHECK DU (amber) message?

Answer 16

DU Failure

Question 17

What is the minimum recommended temperature in the cockpit, cabin and EER prior to cockpit systems powerup?

Answer 17

+65° F / +18° C

Question 18

What are the correct indications when testing the EGPWS?

Answer 18

“TERRAIN TEST” display on the INAV, followed by a change of the range ring to five miles, followed by a rebuild of the terrain display.

Question 19

Where does the performance computer obtain inputs to calculate the correct VREF speed?

Answer 19

SAT and pressure altitude (ADM), aircraft weight (MCDU), and flap handle

Question 20

The heading sources for each EBDI are:
HDG1 ______
HDG2______
STBY______

Answer 20

#1 IRS
#2 IRS
Magnetometer

Question 21

If all 4 displays fail on approach, what is the primary backup?

Answer 21

HUD

Question 22

Which Audio Control Panel(s) is/are active during E-BATT ONLY operations?

Answer 22

Pilot’s and co-pilot’s audio control panels, using the emergency selection for COMM 1. Co-pilot’s panel will not illuminate but is operative.

Question 23

What will happen if the pilot’s primary flight display goes blank?

Answer 23

DU2 will go to PFD

Question 24

In the event of a dual generator failure, which MCDU will automatically standby engine instruments and can be powered down to E-BATTS?

Answer 24

MCDU 1

Question 25

In the event of a dual generator failure, which MCDU will automatically display back up radio tuning and can be powered down to E-BATTS?

Answer 25

MCDU 3

Question 26

Under the TEST menu key, how is the radar altitude checked?

Answer 26

Three steps 1. 100 ft will be displayed on the ADI portion of both PFDs 2. An amber line 100' below the lubber line on both altimeters 3. Ground awareness symbology appears.

Question 27

While established in an FMS holding patter, if the exit prompt is pressed, what will the FMS direct the aircraft to do?

Answer 27

Proceed directed to the holding fix, fly over the holding fix, then proceed on course.

Question 28

On an FMS-coupled approach, when does the APPROACH light illuminate?

Answer 28

2NM prior the FAF/FAWP

Question 29

If VNAV is engaged, when does the VNAV track change alert occur?

Answer 29

Approx 1 minute prior to the top of descent point

Question 30

The altitude display tape on the PFDs will display dashes on the last two digits when....

Answer 30

The rate of climb or descent exceeds 1000 fpm

Question 31

VOR and ILS course data displayed on the PFD in what color?

Answer 31

Green

Question 32

FMS Course data is displayed on the PFD in what color?

Answer 32

Blue

Question 33

While being vectored for an ILS approach, if the glide slope is intercepted before the localizer, and approach is selected, what will be the effect?

Answer 33

The glide slope will not be intercepted

Question 34

How should a back course approach be set?

Answer 34

The inbound course is set, MDA set in display controller and GP; when cleared for the approach, select BC on the guidance panel

Question 35

How should a RNAV (GPS) approach be set up to fly the approach to the DA?

Answer 35

Just like an ILS. Set DA in the display controller. Arm APP when prompted. Set missed app alt in ALT preselector

Question 36

To fly the final segment of an RNAV (GPS) approach flown in BLUE DATA, is an approach annunciation required? Are there exceptions?

Answer 36

Yes, except for NDB or VOR based approaches flown in blue data if the NAVAID is being displayed as well.

Question 37

Why won't the FMS accept a HOLD directly over a waypoint?

Answer 37

The HOLD must be selected 1 minute prior to the holding to perform the math required for proper entry and speed.

Question 38

Will the autopilot disconnect when selecting the Go-Around Mode?

Answer 38

No

Question 39

How can the flashing of an amber message and its associated chime be canceled?

Answer 39

By pressing either the red "W" or the amber "C"

Question 40

What message tones are inhibited when the WARN INHIBIT switch is selected?

Answer 40

Most amber and all blue messages

Question 41

With WARN INHIBIT selected, are the messages inhibited?

Answer 41

No, on the tones

Question 42

If selected, when is WARNING INHIBIT active?

Answer 42

On takeoff - thru 400 ft AGL, and on landing until manually deselected

Question 43

Do not operate the radar on the ground within...

Answer 43

49’ of people | 300’ of refueling

Question 44

What are the power sources for DU#2 and #3?

Answer 44

#2 - L MAIN DC (Secondary L ESS DC) #3 - R MAIN DC (Secondary R ESS DC)

Question 45

How long can you navigate within RVSM airspace once you experience complete GPS failure?

Answer 45

6 Hours