Brakes Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the brakes?
A
Two disc brakes, one on each main landing gear.
Each assembly has three brake wear indicator pins that are drawn inward as brakes wear down.
2
Q
How are the brakes actuated?
A
Hydraulically actuated (separate from gear actuation).
3
Q
Where is the hydraulic reservoir for the brakes?
A
Co-pilots side wall.
4
Q
How many master cylinders are there?
A
Four. One connected to each toe pedal.
5
Q
What do the shuttle valves do?
A
They connect the lines from the master cylinder for each side of the brake system. (Left and Right)
6
Q
How does the parking brake work?
A
When the brake is set off center cams allow poppet valves close trapping the brake fluid.
