B - Air Data Computer (18-05-18)

Question 1

How many ADCs might you find on small aircraft?

Answer 1

1

Question 2

How many ADCs may you find on large aircraft?

Answer 2

Multiple (Usually 2)

Question 3

What are the primary and secondary inputs to an ADC?

Answer 3

Primary:

P_S; P_T; Measured Temperature.

Secondary:

AoA; Weight on wheels; Configuration; Stored data (KR, any known errors)

Question 4

What are some outputs of an ADC?

Answer 4

IAS & TAS; OAT & TAT; Mach no; AoA; Altitude; Vertical speed; V_mo & M_MO

Question 5

What flight systems take advantage of the ADC?

Answer 5

Primary flight instruments

Transponder

Autopilot and flight director

FMS

Flight data recorder

Warning systems

Thrust management

Question 6

What are the advantage of an ADC?

Answer 6

Increased reliability

Ease of maintenance

Configuration data stored separately

Improved accuracy

Electronic integration with other systems

Lighter

Simple warnings and switching