Brakes

Question 1

How do the brakes work?

Answer 1

Electronically controlled, hydraulically actuated via

Brake Control Unit (BCU) that actuates 4 Brake Control Valves (BCVs)

Question 2

Brake protections:

Answer 2

1. Anti Skid
   – Any 1 of 4 wheels falls below the avg speed, that brake pressure is reduced. (Disabled below 10 knots)
2. Locked Wheel
   – When 1 wheel is 33% lower pressure is reduced (Above 30 knots)
3. Touchdown
   – Brake activation inhibited until 3 seconds on ground or 50 knots wheel speed.