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CH15 WARNING SYSTEMS Flashcards

1
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What does a displayed checklist icon indicate?

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A checklist exists for this message

The checklist icon is displayed in white and is removed when the checklist is complete or inhibited by another checklist.

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What color are warning messages displayed in?

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Red

Warning messages are the highest priority alert messages and cannot be canceled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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What is the priority level of caution messages?

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Next highest after warning messages

Caution messages are displayed in amber and can be canceled or recalled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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What color are advisory messages and how are they displayed?

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Amber, indented one space

Advisory messages are the lowest priority alert messages and can be canceled or recalled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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How are communication messages displayed?

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Displayed in white, preceded by a white dot

COMM low messages are indented one space and cannot be canceled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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True or False: Red alert messages can be canceled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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False

Red alert messages remain displayed and cannot be canceled.

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Fill in the blank: Caution messages are displayed in _______.

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amber

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What happens to the checklist icon when the checklist is complete?

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It is no longer displayed

The checklist icon disappears when the associated checklist is complete.

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What does EICAS stand for?

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Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System

EICAS is a critical system in modern aircraft for displaying engine and system status to the crew.

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What color are communication messages displayed in EICAS?

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White

Communication messages are preceded by a white dot and indicate low-priority messages.

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True or False: Memo messages in EICAS can be canceled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch.

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False

Memo messages cannot be canceled by the CANC/RCL switch.

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What is indicated by a STATUS cue in EICAS?

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New status message exists

The STATUS cue is displayed in cyan and disappears when the status is acknowledged.

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Fill in the blank: EICAS alert messages have _____ priority over memo messages.

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display

This means that alert messages will be shown even if memo messages are present.

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What does the Page (PG) Number indicate in EICAS?

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More than one page of alerts or messages

It shows the number of the page currently selected.

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What happens when the RECALL indication is selected in EICAS?

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Displayed in white when CANC is activated

RECALL indication shows previously displayed alerts that have been canceled.

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What is the purpose of communication messages in EICAS?

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To convey low-priority messages to the crew

These messages help inform pilots of non-critical issues.

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How are communication messages formatted in EICAS?

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Indented one space

This formatting helps differentiate them from other message types.

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What happens when the CANC/RCL switch is pushed?

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Warning Systems are displayed (white)

The indication remains displayed for one second after the switch is released.

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How many EICAS events can the EICAS EVENT Record (RCD) Switch record?

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Up to five EICAS events

This is stored in memory.

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What is the function of the EICAS Event Record Switch?

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Records EICAS events into memory

The switch is pushed to activate recording.

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What is indicated by the color white on the EICAS Warning Systems?

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Displayed when CANC/RCL switch is pushed

Indicates a recall of warning systems.

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What does the acronym EICAS stand for?

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Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System

This system is crucial for monitoring engine performance and alerting the crew.

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Fill in the blank: The Display Select Panel is abbreviated as _______.

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DSP

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True or False: The EICAS messages are displayed only when the aircraft is in flight.

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False

EICAS messages can be displayed during various phases of operation.

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What is the primary purpose of the MFD in relation to EICAS?

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To display EICAS messages

MFD stands for Multi-Function Display.

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What does the DSP stand for in the context of the B787?

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Display Select Panel

The Display Select Panel is used to manage the display of system information on the Multi-Function Display (MFD).

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What is the function of the System (SYS) Display Switch?

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Displays system display on selected MFD

This switch allows the crew to choose which system information is shown on the MFD.

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What does the Status (STAT) Display Key do when selected?

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Displays status display on selected MFD

The status display provides critical information about the aircraft’s current systems status.

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What happens when the Cancel/Recall (CANC/RCL) Switch is pushed while EICAS caution or advisory messages are displayed?

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Displays the next page of EICAS messages or cancels caution and advisory messages

If additional pages exist, it allows the crew to review them; if on the last page, it cancels the messages.

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What is the purpose of the Cancel/Recall (CANC/RCL) Switch when no EICAS messages are displayed?

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Redisplays all caution and advisory EICAS messages

This function is crucial during non-normal conditions to ensure all warnings are visible.

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What information does the Status Display provide?

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Key metrics such as pressure, oil temperature, and hydraulic levels

It helps the crew monitor the health and performance of critical systems.

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Fill in the blank: The Cancel/Recall switch cancels any red box for engine parameters when the exceedance no longer exists, ensuring the display shows only _______.

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current values

This feature helps maintain clarity in the information presented to the crew.

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True or False: The Status Display can show multiple pages of messages.

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True

The system is designed to handle multiple pages of EICAS messages, ensuring comprehensive information is available.

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What type of messages remain displayed after the Cancel/Recall switch is used to cancel caution and advisory messages?

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Warning, memo, and communications messages

This ensures that critical alerts are not overlooked, even if caution messages are cleared.

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What does the DSP stand for in the context of the B787?

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Display Select Panel

The Display Select Panel is used to manage the display of system information on the Multi-Function Display (MFD).

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What is the function of the System (SYS) Display Switch?

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Displays system display on selected MFD

This switch allows the crew to choose which system information is shown on the MFD.

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What does the Status (STAT) Display Key do when selected?

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Displays status display on selected MFD

The status display provides critical information about the aircraft’s current systems status.

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What happens when the Cancel/Recall (CANC/RCL) Switch is pushed while EICAS caution or advisory messages are displayed?

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Displays the next page of EICAS messages or cancels caution and advisory messages

If additional pages exist, it allows the crew to review them; if on the last page, it cancels the messages.

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What is the purpose of the Cancel/Recall (CANC/RCL) Switch when no EICAS messages are displayed?

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Redisplays all caution and advisory EICAS messages

This function is crucial during non-normal conditions to ensure all warnings are visible.

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What information does the Status Display provide?

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Key metrics such as pressure, oil temperature, and hydraulic levels

It helps the crew monitor the health and performance of critical systems.

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Fill in the blank: The Cancel/Recall switch cancels any red box for engine parameters when the exceedance no longer exists, ensuring the display shows only _______.

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current values

This feature helps maintain clarity in the information presented to the crew.

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True or False: The Status Display can show multiple pages of messages.

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True

The system is designed to handle multiple pages of EICAS messages, ensuring comprehensive information is available.

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What type of messages remain displayed after the Cancel/Recall switch is used to cancel caution and advisory messages?

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Warning, memo, and communications messages

This ensures that critical alerts are not overlooked, even if caution messages are cleared.

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What does the Status Display show?

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Displays hydraulic, APU, oxygen system and cooling liquid indications and status messages.

The Status Display provides critical information about the operational status of various systems.

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What do status messages indicate?

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Indicate equipment faults requiring MEL reference for dispatch.

MEL stands for Minimum Equipment List, which is essential for determining operational limits.

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What is displayed on the Page (PG) Number?

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Displays number of page selected and indicates additional pages of status messages exist.

This feature allows pilots to navigate through multiple status messages.

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What happens when the Next Page (NEXT PG) is selected?

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Displays the next page of status messages.

This function aids in reviewing all relevant status information.

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What system display is shown on the ground before engine start?

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Status (STAT) display.

This provides an overview of the aircraft’s systems prior to flight.

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What system display is shown on the ground after engine start?

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Flight controls (FCTL) synoptic.

This display focuses on the operational status of flight control systems.

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What system display is shown in flight?

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Fuel (FUEL) synoptic.

Monitoring fuel status is critical during flight operations.

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What system display is shown on the ground after landing?

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Status (STAT) display.

Similar to pre-flight, this display helps in assessing system status post-landing.

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What does it indicate when system menu text changes to amber?

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An EICAS caution message associated with a synoptic is triggered.

This color change alerts the crew to potential issues that need attention.

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Which menu items display amber text when an EICAS caution message is triggered?

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  • FUEL
  • AIR
  • GEAR
  • DOOR
  • HYD
  • ELEC
  • FCTL

These items are critical systems that require the crew’s awareness if caution messages appear.

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What happens to the synoptic display when a single EICAS message is triggered?

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The synoptic becomes the default display upon selection of the Display Select Panel SYS key. The menu text for the displayed synoptic is displayed in amber.

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What is displayed when multiple EICAS messages exist for multiple system synoptics?

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Only the system menu is displayed, with the menu text associated with the EICAS messages in amber.

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If a system page is already displayed and a subsequent SYS synoptic trigger activates, what happens?

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The displayed page remains as selected, with the appropriate system menu text changing color to amber.

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What does the amber text indicate in the Display Select Panel?

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It indicates the menu text for the displayed synoptic or EICAS messages.

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Fill in the blank: When a single EICAS message is associated with a synoptic, the synoptic becomes the _______.

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[default display]

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True or False: The flight crew must select the desired system synoptic when multiple EICAS messages are present.

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True

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What is the acronym EICAS stand for?

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[Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System]

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What does the NO AUTOLAND alert indicate?

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The autoland system is not available when displayed below 100 feet radio altitude during an autopilot glidepath approach.

This alert is shown in amber.

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What does the Thrust Asymmetry Minimum Speed indicate?

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The minimum control speed for operation with a large thrust asymmetry.

This is crucial for maintaining control during asymmetric thrust conditions.

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What does the ENG FAIL alert signify?

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ENGINE FAIL alert is occurring (displayed in red).

This alert indicates a critical engine failure.

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What does the PULL UP alert indicate?

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PULL UP alert is occurring (displayed in red).

This alert warns the pilot of an impending terrain conflict.

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What does the SPEEDBRAKE alert signify?

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SPEEDBRAKE alert is occurring (displayed in red).

This alert indicates an issue with the speedbrake deployment.

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What does the WINDSHEAR alert indicate?

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Predictive WINDSHEAR AHEAD alert or immediate WINDSHEAR alert is occurring (displayed in red).

All other GPWS alerts are inhibited during this alert.

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Fill in the blank: The NO AUTOLAND alert is displayed in _______.

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amber

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What alerts are displayed on the HUD?

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NO AUTOLAND, WINDSHEAR

These alerts are critical for pilot awareness during flight operations.

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What is the function of the Master WARNING/Caution Reset Switch?

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Extinguishes master WARNING lights, extinguishes master CAUTION lights, silences the aural that accompanies the EICAS warning messages

The EICAS messages include CABIN ALTITUDE, CONFIG GEAR, FIRE, PILOT RESPONSE, STABILIZER, and EVAC COMMAND.

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What happens when the Master WARNING Light is illuminated (red)?

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A new EICAS warning message is displayed or an ENGINE FAT PITT alert is activated

The specific context of the alert may vary based on system configuration.

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Fill in the blank: The Master WARNING/Caution Reset Switch is located on the _______.

A

GLARESHIELD PANEL

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What EICAS warning message is associated with landing gear not down and locked?

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CONFIG GEAR

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Under what conditions does the CONFIG GEAR warning display?

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Landing gear not down and locked, any thrust lever at idle, and radio altitude less than 800 feet

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What additional warning message accompanies the Master WARNING Light?

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New EICAS warning message displayed

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True or False: The Master WARNING/Caution Reset Switch also silences the aural alerts for EICAS messages.

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True

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List three EICAS warning messages that can be silenced by the Master WARNING/Caution Reset Switch.

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  • CABIN ALTITUDE
  • FIRE
  • EVAC COMMAND
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What is the purpose of the Master WARNING lights?

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To indicate new EICAS warning messages

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What does the Master WARNING Light indicate?

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It illuminates (red) when:
* A new EICAS warning message is displayed
* ENGINE FAIL, PULL UP, or WINDSHEAR alert is displayed on PFD

EICAS stands for Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System, and PFD means Primary Flight Display.

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What does the Master CAUTION Light indicate?

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It illuminates (amber) when a new EICAS caution message is displayed.

Caution messages are typically less critical than warning messages.

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What is the function of the Aural Cancel Switch?

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It cancels the active aural alert while the condition causing the alert remains active.

The EICAS advisory message ‘AURAL CANCELED’ shows while an aural alert is being canceled.

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What does the CANCEL Light indicate?

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It illuminates (amber) when the Aural Cancel Switch is used.

This light serves to inform the crew that an alert cancellation is in process.

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Fill in the blank: The Master WARNING Light is illuminated when there is a new _______ message displayed.

A

EICAS warning

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True or False: The Master CAUTION Light is illuminated when there is a new EICAS warning message displayed.

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False

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What are the three specific alerts that can trigger the Master WARNING Light?

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  • ENGINE FAIL
  • PULL UP
  • WINDSHEAR

These alerts require immediate attention from the flight crew.

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What does the CANCEL light indicate when illuminated (amber)?

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An aural alert is being canceled

The CANCEL light extinguishes when no aural alerts are being canceled.

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What are the conditions that cause the aural cancel function to reset?

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The aural cancel function resets when:
* The condition that caused the aural alert is no longer active
* On the ground and both engines are shut down
* Airplane power is cycled off and then on

These conditions ensure that the aural alert system is properly managed.

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What is the purpose of the Aural Cancel Switch?

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To cancel aural alerts

This switch is located on the Alerting and Transponder Control Panel.

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True or False: The aural cancel function can be activated when the airplane is in the air.

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True

The function is not limited to ground operations.

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Fill in the blank: The Aural Cancel Control is located on the _______.

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[Tuning and Control Panel]

This panel allows for tuning and control of various alert systems.

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What does the Aural Cancel function do?

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Cancels the active aural alert while the condition causing the alert remains active

The EICAS advisory message ‘AURAL CANCELED’ shows while an aural alert is being canceled.

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What message is displayed when an aural alert is canceled?

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EICAS advisory message AURAL CANCELED

‘CANCEL’ shows in large green font during cancellation.

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What happens to the ‘CANCEL’ message font when an aural alert is no longer being canceled?

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Reverts to small white font

This indicates that the aural alert is no longer being canceled.

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When does the aural cancel function reset?

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Resets when:
* Condition that caused the alert is no longer active
* On the ground with both engines shut down
* Airplane power is cycled off and then on

These conditions ensure that the alerting system is properly reset.

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What is the function of the ALERT/XPDR CTL switch when set to ON?

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The ATP no longer controls the aural cancel function

This affects how alerts are managed in relation to the transponder.

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What does TCAS stand for?

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Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

TCAS is a system designed to reduce the risk of mid-air collisions.

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Fill in the blank: The Aural Cancel function is activated by pushing the _______.

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Aural Cancel Control

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97
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What does the TA ONLY mode in the Transponder Mode Selector enable?

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Transponder, ADS-B (Out), and TCAS TA modes enabled. All airplanes that would have been predicted as a RA are predicted as a TA.

TA stands for Traffic Advisory, and RA stands for Resolution Advisory.

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98
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What modes are enabled in the TA/RA setting of the Transponder Mode Selector?

A

Transponder, ADS-B (Out), TCAS TA, and TCAS RA modes enabled.

TA stands for Traffic Advisory, and RA stands for Resolution Advisory.

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99
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What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System.

TCAS is a system designed to reduce the risk of mid-air collisions.

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100
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What is the function of the TCAS Controls?

A

Alerting and Transponder Control Panel.

This panel is used to manage the TCAS alerts and transponder settings.

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101
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Which crew members have access to the Transponder Display?

A

Captain and First Officer (F/O).

Both crew members can select their respective transponder displays.

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102
Q

Fill in the blank: The transponder mode that predicts all airplanes as TA is called _______.

A

TA ONLY.

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103
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True or False: The TCAS RA mode is enabled in the TA ONLY setting.

A

False.

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104
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What is indicated by the term ‘XPDR’?

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Transponder.

‘XPDR’ is shorthand for transponder in aviation communication.

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105
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What does the acronym ADS-B stand for?

A

Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast.

ADS-B is a surveillance technology that allows aircraft to determine their position via satellite navigation.

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106
Q

List the components enabled in TA/RA mode.

A
  • Transponder
  • ADS-B (Out)
  • TCAS TA
  • TCAS RA

This combination enhances situational awareness and collision avoidance.

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107
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

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108
Q

What is the function of the TCAS Controls?

A

Tuning and Control Panel

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109
Q

What does the ‘ABOVE’ mode display in TCAS?

A

Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 2,700 feet below to 9,900 feet above current flight altitude

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110
Q

What is displayed in the ‘NORM’ mode of TCAS?

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Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 2,700 feet below to 2,700 feet above current flight altitude

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111
Q

What does the ‘BELOW’ mode in TCAS show?

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Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 9,900 feet below to 2,700 feet above current flight altitude

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112
Q

What indicates the selected mode in TCAS?

A

Highlighted in large green font

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113
Q

What does pushing the TCAS Altitude (ALT) button toggle between?

A

Absolute altitude and relative altitude

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114
Q

What does ABS stand for in TCAS altitude readings?

A

Absolute altitude readings

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115
Q

What does REL stand for in TCAS altitude readings?

A

Relative altitude readings

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116
Q

What is the purpose of the TCAS Display Selection?

A

Allows selection of different display modes for traffic information

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117
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Fill in the blank: The TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic is displayed vertically in three modes: ABOVE, NORM, and _______.

A

BELOW

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118
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True or False: The TCAS display can show traffic altitude in both absolute and relative formats.

A

True

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119
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

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120
Q

What is the function of the TCAS Controls?

A

Tuning and Control Panel

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121
Q

What does the ‘ABOVE’ mode display in TCAS?

A

Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 2,700 feet below to 9,900 feet above current flight altitude

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122
Q

What is displayed in the ‘NORM’ mode of TCAS?

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Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 2,700 feet below to 2,700 feet above current flight altitude

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123
Q

What does the ‘BELOW’ mode in TCAS show?

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Displays TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic vertically from 9,900 feet below to 2,700 feet above current flight altitude

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124
Q

What indicates the selected mode in TCAS?

A

Highlighted in large green font

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125
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What does pushing the TCAS Altitude (ALT) button toggle between?

A

Absolute altitude and relative altitude

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126
Q

What does ABS stand for in TCAS altitude readings?

A

Absolute altitude readings

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127
Q

What does REL stand for in TCAS altitude readings?

A

Relative altitude readings

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128
Q

What is the purpose of the TCAS Display Selection?

A

Allows selection of different display modes for traffic information

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129
Q

Fill in the blank: The TCAS and ADS-B (In) traffic is displayed vertically in three modes: ABOVE, NORM, and _______.

A

BELOW

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130
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True or False: The TCAS display can show traffic altitude in both absolute and relative formats.

A

True

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131
Q

What does TFC-ALL indicate on the navigation display?

A

TFC-ALL shows in cyan and displays all traffic on the navigation display and PFD mini-map

TFC-ALL is activated by the first push of the Traffic (TFC) Switch.

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132
Q

What is the range for TCAS-only traffic?

A

Approximately 40 nm

This range is specific to TCAS-only traffic detection.

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133
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What is the range for ADS-B traffic?

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Approximately 150 nm

ADS-B traffic detection has a significantly larger range compared to TCAS-only traffic.

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134
Q

What happens when the Traffic (TFC) Switch is pushed a second time?

A

TFC-FLTR is activated, showing filtered traffic on the navigation display and PFD mini-map

This mode includes ADS-B traffic symbol with flight ID near the active ownship runway.

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135
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What does the third push of the Traffic (TFC) Switch do?

A

Deselects TCAS and ADS-B traffic shown on ND and PFD mini-map

It shows only crew-selected PICK TRAFFIC and ITP reference traffic.

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136
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What does the Traffic (TFC-ALL) Data Menu Selection show?

A

Shows all traffic on the navigation display only

This is a specific data menu selection that provides comprehensive traffic information.

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137
Q

What color indicates TFC-ALL on the navigation display?

A

Cyan

This color coding helps pilots quickly identify the traffic status.

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138
Q

True or False: TCAS-only traffic shows within a range of approximately 150 nm.

A

False

TCAS-only traffic is limited to approximately 40 nm, while ADS-B traffic has a range of 150 nm.

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139
Q

Fill in the blank: The ADS-B traffic symbol includes _______ on the navigation display if near the active ownship runway.

A

flight ID

This feature enhances situational awareness for pilots.

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140
Q

What modes can traffic data be displayed in?

A

MAP or MAP CTR modes

These modes allow for different views of traffic data on the display.

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141
Q

What does TFC-ALL show on the navigation display?

A

All traffic in cyan on the lower left of navigation display

TFC-ALL indicates traffic data displayed in MAP or MAP CTR modes.

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142
Q

What modes must the navigation display be in to show TCAS Traffic and Alert Message?

A

MAP or MAP CTR mode

This is relevant when TFC is selected.

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143
Q

What are the two types of alerts generated by TCAS?

A
  • RA (Resolution Advisory)
  • TA (Traffic Advisory)

RA indicates an immediate action is required, while TA provides information about nearby traffic.

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144
Q

When is the TCAS Traffic and Alert Message displayed?

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When TFC is selected and respective ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode

It also shows automatically during RA or TA occurrences.

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145
Q

Fill in the blank: The TCAS display selection includes a menu selection for _______.

A

Traffic (TFC-ALL)

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146
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True or False: The TCAS Traffic and Alert Message will show if TFC is not selected on either ND.

A

True

This occurs when there is an RA or TA happening.

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147
Q

What does the TFC-ALL data menu selection display?

A

All traffic on the navigation display only

It is relevant for monitoring surrounding traffic.

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148
Q

What color is the traffic data shown in when TFC-ALL is selected?

A

Cyan

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149
Q

What happens if TFC is not selected and an RA or TA occurs?

A

The TCAS Traffic and Alert Message is displayed automatically

This ensures pilots are aware of critical traffic situations.

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150
Q

What does a filled red square indicate in TCAS?

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A resolution advisory (RA)

A resolution advisory alerts the pilot to take immediate action to prevent a collision.

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151
Q

What does a filled amber circle represent in TCAS?

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A traffic advisory (TA)

A traffic advisory informs the pilot of potential traffic that may pose a collision risk.

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152
Q

What does a filled white diamond signify in TCAS?

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Proximate traffic

Proximate traffic indicates aircraft that are close by but do not pose an immediate threat.

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153
Q

What does an unfilled white diamond indicate in TCAS?

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Other traffic

Other traffic refers to aircraft that are not considered proximate.

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154
Q

What does the number displayed in TCAS represent?

A

Relative or absolute altitude of traffic in hundreds of feet

This number is not displayed when the altitude is unknown.

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155
Q

What does a vertical motion arrow indicate in TCAS?

A

Traffic climbing or descending at 500 feet per minute or greater

Traffic with vertical motion less than 500 feet per minute does not display an arrow.

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156
Q

What does the TCAS mode annunciation ‘TFC’ (cyan) indicate?

A

TCAS traffic display enabled

This means TCAS traffic is displayed in MAP or MAP CTR modes.

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157
Q

What does ‘TA ONLY’ (cyan) signify in TCAS?

A

TCAS cannot provide RAs; all traffic that would have been RAs are predicted as TAs

This indicates a limitation in the TCAS functionality.

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158
Q

What does an OFFSCALE message in red indicate?

A

RA is beyond selected map range

This alerts the pilot that the resolution advisory cannot be displayed within the current map range.

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159
Q

What does an OFFSCALE message in amber signify?

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TA is beyond selected map range

This indicates that the traffic advisory cannot be displayed within the current map range.

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160
Q

When is the TRAFFIC Alert Message displayed?

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Displayed in all ND modes and ranges, regardless of TCAS traffic display

This ensures that pilots are aware of traffic advisories at all times.

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161
Q

What does a TRAFFIC alert message in red indicate?

A

RA is occurring

This indicates an immediate need for action to avoid a collision.

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162
Q

What does a TRAFFIC alert message in amber signify?

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TA is occurring, and RA is not occurring

This indicates a potential collision risk but does not require immediate action.

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163
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

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164
Q

What are the two types of no-bearing messages displayed by TCAS?

A
  • RA (red) - data tag displayed for no-bearing RA
  • TA (amber) - data tag displayed for no-bearing TA
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165
Q

What information is contained in the TCAS data tag?

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  • Distance
  • Altitude
  • Vertical motion arrow
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166
Q

When is the TCAS Three Mile Ring displayed?

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When TCAS is selected and the range selected is less than 80 miles

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167
Q

What does the TCAS/Weather Radar Range Areas indicate?

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Displayed when TCAS or weather radar selected; replace range scale tics

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168
Q

What color is the RA message in TCAS?

A

Red

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169
Q

What color is the TA message in TCAS?

A

Amber

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170
Q

Fill in the blank: TCAS displays a _______ for no-bearing RA.

A

data tag

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171
Q

Fill in the blank: The data tag in TCAS contains distance, altitude, and _______.

A

vertical motion arrow

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172
Q

True or False: The TCAS Three Mile Ring is displayed for ranges greater than 80 miles.

A

False

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173
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

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174
Q

What are the two types of no-bearing messages displayed by TCAS?

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  • RA (red) - data tag displayed for no-bearing RA
  • TA (amber) - data tag displayed for no-bearing TA
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175
Q

What information is contained in the TCAS data tag?

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  • Distance
  • Altitude
  • Vertical motion arrow
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176
Q

When is the TCAS Three Mile Ring displayed?

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When TCAS is selected and the range selected is less than 80 miles

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177
Q

What does the TCAS/Weather Radar Range Areas indicate?

A

Displayed when TCAS or weather radar selected; replace range scale tics

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178
Q

What color is the RA message in TCAS?

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Red

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179
Q

What color is the TA message in TCAS?

A

Amber

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180
Q

Fill in the blank: TCAS displays a _______ for no-bearing RA.

A

data tag

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181
Q

Fill in the blank: The data tag in TCAS contains distance, altitude, and _______.

A

vertical motion arrow

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182
Q

True or False: The TCAS Three Mile Ring is displayed for ranges greater than 80 miles.

A

False

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183
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

TCAS is designed to prevent mid-air collisions by providing pilots with information about nearby aircraft.

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184
Q

What color indicates that a Resolution Advisory (RA) is occurring in TCAS?

A

Red

A red outline is displayed around the pitch region to indicate an RA situation.

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185
Q

In TCAS, what must be outside the red outlined RA pitch regions to ensure vertical separation?

A

The center of the airplane symbol

This positioning is crucial to avoid traffic conflicts.

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186
Q

What does a vertical speed pointer in red indicate?

A

Present vertical speed does not ensure RA traffic is avoided

It signals a potential risk of collision if the vertical speed is not adjusted.

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187
Q

What does a vertical speed pointer in white signify?

A

Present vertical speed ensures RA traffic is avoided

This indicates that the current vertical speed is safe concerning RA.

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188
Q

What do the areas inside the lines on the TCAS HUD indicate?

A

The pitch region(s) to avoid

Pilots should maneuver to keep the flight path symbol outside these areas.

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189
Q

What does a double-lined box on the TCAS HUD represent?

A

Corrective action is required

It indicates TCAS maneuver guidance to maintain or increase separation from traffic.

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190
Q

Fill in the blank: The TCAS PFD Vertical Guidance RA Pitch Region is displayed in _______.

A

red

This visual cue is critical for pilots to understand the urgency of the RA.

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191
Q

What happens when two or more RAs are present in TCAS?

A

Two red outlined RA pitch regions may be displayed

This allows pilots to see multiple traffic conflicts simultaneously.

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192
Q

True or False: The flight path symbol should be positioned inside the pitch command area(s) to ensure traffic avoidance.

A

False

The flight path symbol must be positioned outside these areas for effective traffic avoidance.

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193
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

TCAS is an aircraft system designed to reduce the risk of mid-air collisions.

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194
Q

What type of guidance does TCAS provide?

A

Vertical Guidance

TCAS provides corrective guidance to pilots during potential collision scenarios.

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195
Q

What are the three types of corrective guidance provided by TCAS?

A
  • Descend corrective
  • Climb corrective
  • Combined corrective

These corrective actions help pilots avoid potential collisions.

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196
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS alerts pilots when the aircraft is in danger of colliding with the ground.

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197
Q

What is the function of the Tuning and Control Panel (TCP) in relation to GPWS?

A

Controls the settings and functions of GPWS

The TCP allows pilots to manage GPWS alerts and configurations.

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198
Q

Fill in the blank: The GPWS has controls for _______.

A

Tuning and Control Panel

This panel is essential for operating the GPWS effectively.

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199
Q

True or False: The B787 FCOM includes information about warning systems.

A

True

The B787 FCOM (Flight Crew Operating Manual) covers various systems, including warning systems.

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200
Q

What does the acronym FCTM stand for in the context of B787 documentation?

A

Flight Crew Training Manual

FCTM provides training guidance for flight crews operating the B787.

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201
Q

What does the acronym QRH stand for?

A

Quick Reference Handbook

QRH is a manual that provides pilots with quick access to emergency procedures and system information.

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202
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What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is a safety feature designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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203
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What is the function of the Ground Proximity System (GND PROX SYS) toggle?

A

Toggles between left (L) and right (R) systems

Defaults to the left system; if a fault is detected, it switches automatically.

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204
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What happens when the Ground Proximity Flap Override (FLAP OVRD) is set to OVRD?

A

Inhibits TOO LOW FLAPS and TOO LOW TERRAIN alerts

Displays EICAS advisory message GPWS FLAP OVRD and resets automatically after landing.

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205
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What does the EICAS advisory message GPWS FLAP OVRD indicate?

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Ground Proximity Flap Override is active

It appears when the flap override is set to OVRD.

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206
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What does the Ground Proximity Gear Override (GEAR OVRD) toggle do?

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Toggles between normal and override settings

In OVRD, it inhibits TOO LOW GEAR, TOO LOW TERRAIN alerts, and CONFIG GEAR warning message.

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207
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What happens when the Ground Proximity Gear Override is in NORM mode?

A

All gear inhibits removed

This allows normal operation of the gear warning alerts.

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208
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How long does it take for the system to reset automatically after landing?

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10 minutes after cabin door is opened

This applies to both FLAP OVRD and GEAR OVRD settings.

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209
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Fill in the blank: The selection of the GPWS system is displayed in _______.

A

large green font

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210
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True or False: The Ground Proximity Warning System can only operate on the left system.

A

False

The system can switch to the right side if a fault is detected.

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211
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What does the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) Controls Tuning and Control Panel (TCP) do?

A

It toggles between normal and override settings for terrain alerts.

The GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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212
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What happens when the Ground Proximity Terrain Override (TERR OVRD) is activated?

A

It inhibits look-ahead terrain alerts and displays an advisory message.

The message GPWS TERR OVRD is shown on the EICAS.

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213
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What is displayed on the vertical situation display when TERR OVRD is engaged?

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An amber VSD TERR OVRD flag.

This indicates that the terrain alerts are overridden.

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214
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How long does the GPWS reset automatically after landing?

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10 minutes after the cabin door is opened.

This ensures that the system is ready for the next flight.

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215
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What does the NORM setting do in the GPWS?

A

Removes all terrain inhibits.

The selection is displayed in a large green font.

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216
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What is the function of the Ground Proximity Glideslope Inhibit (G/S INHIBIT)?

A

It inhibits the glideslope alerts during approach.

This is crucial for maintaining safe descent profiles.

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217
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What are the options available on the Alerting and Transponder Control Panel (ATP)?

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G/S INHIBIT, TRANSPONDER MODE, ALT RPTG, AURAL CANCEL, STBY, TA ONLY, TA/RA.

These controls manage alerts and transponder settings.

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218
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Fill in the blank: The GPWS displays the advisory message _______ when TERR OVRD is active.

A

GPWS TERR OVRD

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219
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True or False: The GPWS NORM setting is indicated by a red font.

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False

The NORM setting is displayed in large green font.

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220
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What does the BELOW G/S light indicate?

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It illuminates when the GPWS senses excessive deviation below the ILS or GLS glideslope or the FMC generated flight path angle.

GPWS stands for Ground Proximity Warning System, which enhances safety by alerting pilots to potential ground proximity hazards.

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221
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What happens when the G/S INHIBIT button is pushed?

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It inhibits the GLIDESLOPE alert when pushed below 1,000 feet radio altitude and extinguishes the BELOW G/S light.

This function is crucial for managing alerts during critical phases of flight.

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222
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When does the inhibit function reset?

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The inhibit function resets when:
* on the ground
* after a touch and go landing
* after a go-around
* when deselected by the flight crew

These conditions ensure that the system operates correctly during various phases of flight.

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223
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What is the purpose of the Alerting and Transponder Control Panel (ATP)?

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It is used to manage alerts and transponder controls.

The ATP is integral to ensuring effective communication and alerting in flight operations.

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224
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What does the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) do?

A

It alerts pilots to potential ground proximity hazards.

GPWS is a key safety feature in modern aircraft, helping to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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225
Q

What kind of controls are included in the warning systems section?

A

Controls and Indicators for various alerting systems.

These controls are essential for pilot awareness and operational safety.

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226
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True or False: The BELOW G/S light is extinguished automatically after a go-around.

A

True.

The system is designed to reset alerts during critical flight maneuvers.

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227
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Fill in the blank: The _______ light illuminates when there is excessive deviation below the glideslope.

A

BELOW G/S

Understanding the meaning of this light is crucial for safe flight operations.

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228
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What is indicated by the amber BELOW G/S light?

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It indicates that the GPWS has detected excessive deviation below the glideslope.

Pilots must respond appropriately to this alert to maintain safe flight levels.

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229
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What is the function of the Ground Proximity Glideslope Inhibit (G/S INHIBIT) control?

A

Inhibits GLIDESLOPE alert when pushed below 1,000 feet radio altitude

The inhibit function is critical for avoiding unnecessary alerts during low altitude phases of flight.

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230
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What is displayed when the G/S INHIBIT is activated?

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INHIBIT displayed in large green font

This visual cue helps the flight crew quickly identify the status of the glideslope alert.

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231
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When does the G/S INHIBIT function reset?

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It resets when:
* on the ground
* after a touch and go landing
* after a go-around
* when deselected by the flight crew

These conditions ensure that the glideslope alerts are reactivated as necessary for safe operations.

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232
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True or False: With ALERT/PDR CTL set to ON, the ATP controls the G/S INHIBIT function.

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False

When ALERT/PDR CTL is ON, the ATP no longer manages the G/S INHIBIT function, placing responsibility on the flight crew.

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233
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What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is a safety system designed to alert pilots of potential terrain conflicts during flight.

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234
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What are the display options available for GPWS Terrain Display Selection?

A

MENU, WXR, TFC, TERR

These options allow pilots to select various types of information relevant to their flight environment.

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235
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Fill in the blank: The G/S INHIBIT control is part of the _______ system.

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

The G/S INHIBIT is a specific control within the broader GPWS framework.

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236
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What does the Terrain (TERR) Map Switch do when pushed once?

A

Selection applied to both the navigation display and the PFD mini-map

Displays TERR in cyan on the left center of navigation display and mini-map, with terrain data in MAP or MAP CTR modes, and deselects weather radar display regardless of switch position.

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237
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What happens when the Terrain (TERR) Map Switch is pushed a second time?

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Deselects terrain map display

This action removes the terrain data from the displays.

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238
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What does the Terrain (TERR) Map Menu Selection affect?

A

Selection applied to navigation display only

TERR displayed in cyan on the left center of the display, with terrain data in MAP or MAP CTR modes, replacing the weather radar display.

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239
Q

What does the Terrain Display include?

A

DIORFCOM, B/87 FCTM & B787 QRH

This indicates the relevant documentation for the terrain display system.

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240
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What system is associated with the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)?

A

GPWS Look-Ahead Terrain Alerting Display

This display provides alerts related to terrain proximity.

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241
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In which modes is terrain data displayed?

A

MAP or MAP CTR modes

These modes allow for the visualization of terrain data on the navigation display.

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242
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Fill in the blank: The Terrain (TERR) is displayed in _______ on the navigation display.

A

cyan

This color indicates the active terrain data on the display.

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243
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What does the Terrain (TERR) Map Switch do to the weather radar display?

A

Deselects weather radar display regardless of switch position

This ensures that the terrain information is prioritized over weather data.

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244
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True or False: The Terrain (TERR) Map Switch affects only the PFD mini-map.

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False

It affects both the navigation display and the PFD mini-map.

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245
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What does the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) provide?

A

Controls for terrain alerting and display

GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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246
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What color indicates the highest obstacles or terrain peaks when the airplane is 500 feet or more above them?

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Solid green

This color represents the highest terrain displayed when the airplane is at a safe altitude.

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247
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What color pattern represents terrain from 1,000 feet below to 500 feet below airplane altitude?

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High density dotted green

This visual cue helps pilots gauge proximity to terrain when descending.

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248
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Fill in the blank: When the airplane is less than 500 feet above the highest terrain, terrain peaks are depicted in varying densities of _______.

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[green, amber, and red]

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249
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What does a solid amber color indicate in the GPWS display?

A

Look-ahead terrain caution alert

This alert warns pilots of potential terrain hazards ahead.

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250
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What happens when descending at a rate greater than 1,000 feet per minute?

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Display depicts a 30-second advanced preview of terrain and obstacles

This feature enhances situational awareness during rapid descents.

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251
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True or False: Look-ahead terrain alerting functions are available in areas without terrain data.

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False

GPWS immediate alerts still function normally in these areas.

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252
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What color indicates terrain more than 2,000 feet above airplane altitude?

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Dotted red

This color helps pilots identify terrain that is significantly above their altitude.

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253
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List the color patterns displayed when the airplane is less than 500 feet above the highest terrain.

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  • Low density dotted green
  • High density dotted green
  • Low density dotted amber
  • High density dotted amber
  • Dotted red
  • Dotted magenta
  • Solid amber
  • Solid red

These patterns provide critical information about terrain proximity.

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254
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What does the dotted magenta color signify in the GPWS display?

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No terrain data available

This indicates a lack of information for terrain display.

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255
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What conditions must be met for the GPWS display to automatically show terrain data?

A
  • A look-ahead terrain alert occurs
  • TERR not selected on either ND

These conditions ensure that pilots are alerted to potential terrain hazards.

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256
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What does the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) provide?

A

Controls for terrain alerting and display

GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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257
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What color indicates the highest obstacles or terrain peaks when the airplane is 500 feet or more above them?

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Solid green

This color represents the highest terrain displayed when the airplane is at a safe altitude.

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258
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What color pattern represents terrain from 1,000 feet below to 500 feet below airplane altitude?

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High density dotted green

This visual cue helps pilots gauge proximity to terrain when descending.

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259
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Fill in the blank: When the airplane is less than 500 feet above the highest terrain, terrain peaks are depicted in varying densities of _______.

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[green, amber, and red]

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260
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What does a solid amber color indicate in the GPWS display?

A

Look-ahead terrain caution alert

This alert warns pilots of potential terrain hazards ahead.

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261
Q

What happens when descending at a rate greater than 1,000 feet per minute?

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Display depicts a 30-second advanced preview of terrain and obstacles

This feature enhances situational awareness during rapid descents.

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262
Q

True or False: Look-ahead terrain alerting functions are available in areas without terrain data.

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False

GPWS immediate alerts still function normally in these areas.

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263
Q

What color indicates terrain more than 2,000 feet above airplane altitude?

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Dotted red

This color helps pilots identify terrain that is significantly above their altitude.

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264
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List the color patterns displayed when the airplane is less than 500 feet above the highest terrain.

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  • Low density dotted green
  • High density dotted green
  • Low density dotted amber
  • High density dotted amber
  • Dotted red
  • Dotted magenta
  • Solid amber
  • Solid red

These patterns provide critical information about terrain proximity.

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265
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What does the dotted magenta color signify in the GPWS display?

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No terrain data available

This indicates a lack of information for terrain display.

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266
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What conditions must be met for the GPWS display to automatically show terrain data?

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  • A look-ahead terrain alert occurs
  • TERR not selected on either ND

These conditions ensure that pilots are alerted to potential terrain hazards.

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267
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain (CFIT) by providing alerts to pilots.

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268
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When is the GPWS Look-Ahead Terrain Alerting Display shown?

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Displayed automatically when:
* a look-ahead terrain alert occurs
* TERR not selected on either ND
* respective ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode

ND stands for Navigation Display.

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269
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What does the TERR (cyan) indication signify?

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Terrain display enabled

This alert informs the crew that terrain data is currently being displayed.

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270
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What does the highest elevation of an obstacle or terrain displayed indicate?

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The absolute height of the highest terrain or obstacle displayed on the ND and mini-map in hundreds of feet above sea level (MSL)

The color (amber, green, or red) corresponds to the obstacle or terrain being displayed.

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271
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What does the lowest elevation of an obstacle or terrain displayed indicate?

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The absolute height of the lowest terrain or obstacle displayed on the ND and mini-map in hundreds of feet above sea level (MSL)

The color green matches the color of the corresponding obstacle or terrain being displayed.

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272
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What does an amber OBSTACLE indication signify?

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Obstacle caution alert is occurring

This alert warns the pilot of a potential obstacle in the flight path.

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273
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What does a red OBSTACLE indication mean?

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Obstacle warning alert is occurring

This alert indicates a more severe threat compared to amber.

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274
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What does an amber TERRAIN indication signify?

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Look-ahead terrain caution alert is occurring

This alert indicates potential terrain hazards ahead.

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275
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What does a red TERRAIN indication mean?

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Look-ahead terrain warning alert is occurring

This alert signals an imminent terrain threat.

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276
Q

In which navigation display modes are OBSTACLE and TERRAIN announcements displayed?

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Displayed in all navigation display modes

This ensures that pilots are always aware of potential hazards.

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277
Q

What does the VSD Terrain Display depict?

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The highest terrain within the enroute corridor:
* highest points of the terrain below and ahead of the airplane

This aids pilots in situational awareness during flight.

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278
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What does the VSD Terrain Display depict?

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The highest terrain within the enroute corridor

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279
Q

What does the VSD Terrain Display show regarding altitude?

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The actual altitude separation between the airplane and terrain

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280
Q

What color indicates terrain more than 500 feet below the airplane?

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Green

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281
Q

What color indicates terrain ranging from 500 feet below to 2,000 feet above the airplane?

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Amber

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282
Q

What color indicates terrain more than 2,000 feet above the airplane?

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Red

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283
Q

Fill in the blank: The highest points of the terrain below and ahead of the airplane are depicted in the _______.

A

VSD Terrain Display

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284
Q

What does the ‘TERR’ indication signify in the terrain navigation display?

A

Terrain alert or warning

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285
Q

What does ‘OVRD’ stand for in terrain navigation display annunciations?

A

Override

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286
Q

What does ‘TERR FAIL’ indicate?

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Terrain system failure

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287
Q

What does ‘TERR POS’ refer to?

A

Terrain position

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288
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What does ‘TERR RANGE DISAGREE’ signify?

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Discrepancy in terrain range data

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289
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What does ‘MAP/TERR RANGE DISAGREE’ indicate?

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Discrepancy between map and terrain range data

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290
Q

What is the purpose of ‘TERR TEST’ in the terrain navigation display?

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To test the terrain warning system

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291
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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292
Q

What does the TERR FAIL (amber) indication mean?

A

Look-ahead terrain alerting and display failed

This alert indicates a failure in the terrain alerting system.

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293
Q

What is indicated by the TERR OVRD (amber) alert?

A

TERR OVRD selected from the GPWS page of the TCP

This means the override function has been activated.

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294
Q

What does TERR POS (amber) signify?

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Look-ahead terrain alerting and display unavailable due to GPS position uncertainty

IRS provides position for alerting until GPS failure is resolved.

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295
Q

What does the TERR TEST (cyan) message indicate?

A

GPWS operating in self-test mode

This is part of the system’s self-diagnostic checks.

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296
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What does the TERR RANGE DISAGREE (amber) alert indicate?

A

Terrain display enabled, and terrain output range disagrees with range selected by EFIS control panel

This alert signals a mismatch in the range settings.

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297
Q

What is indicated by MAP/TERR RANGE DISAGREE (amber)?

A

Terrain display enabled, terrain output range disagrees with EFIS control panel range, and map display output range disagrees with EFIS control panel range

This indicates multiple discrepancies between display settings.

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298
Q

Fill in the blank: The GPWS includes _______ controls and indicators.

A

10

These controls are essential for the operation of the Ground Proximity Warning System.

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299
Q

What is the purpose of the Predictive Windshear (PWS) Display?

A

To display and announce predictive windshear conditions

This system helps pilots anticipate and respond to sudden wind changes.

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300
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

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301
Q

What does the TERR FAIL (amber) indication mean?

A

Look-ahead terrain alerting and display failed

This alert indicates a failure in the terrain alerting system.

302
Q

What is indicated by the TERR OVRD (amber) alert?

A

TERR OVRD selected from the GPWS page of the TCP

This means the override function has been activated.

303
Q

What does TERR POS (amber) signify?

A

Look-ahead terrain alerting and display unavailable due to GPS position uncertainty

IRS provides position for alerting until GPS failure is resolved.

304
Q

What does the TERR TEST (cyan) message indicate?

A

GPWS operating in self-test mode

This is part of the system’s self-diagnostic checks.

305
Q

What does the TERR RANGE DISAGREE (amber) alert indicate?

A

Terrain display enabled, and terrain output range disagrees with range selected by EFIS control panel

This alert signals a mismatch in the range settings.

306
Q

What is indicated by MAP/TERR RANGE DISAGREE (amber)?

A

Terrain display enabled, terrain output range disagrees with EFIS control panel range, and map display output range disagrees with EFIS control panel range

This indicates multiple discrepancies between display settings.

307
Q

Fill in the blank: The GPWS includes _______ controls and indicators.

A

10

These controls are essential for the operation of the Ground Proximity Warning System.

308
Q

What is the purpose of the Predictive Windshear (PWS) Display?

A

To display and announce predictive windshear conditions

This system helps pilots anticipate and respond to sudden wind changes.

309
Q

What does the PWS symbol displayed in red and black indicate?

A

A PWS alert is occurring and displays windshear location and approximate geometric size (width and depth)

PWS stands for Predictive Windshear.

310
Q

What does the amber PWS radials indicate?

A

A PWS alert is occurring and helps locate the windshear event

Radials extend from the PWS symbol.

311
Q

Under what conditions are the PWS symbol, radials, and weather radar returns displayed automatically?

A
  • PWS alert occurs
  • WXR is not selected on either ND
  • Respective ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode

ND stands for Navigation Display.

312
Q

What happens to the weather radar display when the terrain display is selected and a PWS alert occurs?

A

The weather radar display replaces the terrain display

313
Q

What does the WINDSHEAR (amber) annunciation signify?

A

A PWS caution alert is occurring

314
Q

What does the WINDSHEAR (red) annunciation signify?

A

A PWS warning alert is occurring

315
Q

In which navigation display modes is the WINDSHEAR annunciation displayed?

A

Displayed in all navigation display modes

316
Q

What are the components of the warning systems as described?

A
  • Airborne alerts
  • Ground-based alerts
  • Crew alerts
  • System alerts

This is a general classification of warning systems.

317
Q

What are the components of warning systems in the B787?

A
  • airspeed alerts
  • crew alertness monitor
  • engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS)
  • ground proximity warning system (GPWS)
  • MCP selected altitude alerts
  • tail strike detection system
  • takeoff and landing configuration warning system
  • traffic alert and collision avoidance system (TCAS)
  • windshear alerts

These components ensure flight safety by providing alerts related to various operational conditions.

318
Q

What does EICAS stand for?

A

Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System

EICAS is crucial for displaying system indications and alerts to the flight crew.

319
Q

What is the primary function of EICAS?

A

To consolidate engine and airplane system indications and display alerts to the flight crew.

EICAS information can be displayed on the inboard or outboard MFD as desired by the flight crew.

320
Q

Define ‘Time Critical Warnings’.

A

Alerts the crew of a non-normal operational condition requiring immediate awareness and corrective action.

Time critical warnings are indicated by master warning lights, voice alerts, and PFD or HUD indications.

321
Q

What are ‘Warnings’ in the context of B787 warning systems?

A

Alerts to a non-normal operational or system condition requiring immediate crew awareness and corrective action.

Warnings are crucial for maintaining flight safety.

322
Q

What do ‘Cautions’ indicate?

A

Alerts to a non-normal operational or system condition requiring immediate crew awareness, with potential corrective action needed.

Cautions help in identifying less critical but important issues.

323
Q

What are ‘Advisories’ in the B787 warning system?

A

Alerts to a non-normal operational or system condition requiring routine crew awareness, with possible corrective action.

Advisories are generally less urgent than warnings or cautions.

324
Q

Fill in the blank: The _______ alerts the crew to non-normal operational conditions requiring immediate awareness.

A

Warning

Warnings are essential for the safe operation of the aircraft.

325
Q

True or False: EICAS information can only be displayed on the inboard MFD.

A

False

EICAS information can be displayed on either the inboard or outboard MFD as desired.

326
Q

What are the four types of EICAS messages?

A
  • EICAS alert messages
  • EICAS communication messages
  • EICAS memo messages
  • EICAS status messages

These messages provide the crew with system conditions and configuration information.

327
Q

What is the primary purpose of EICAS alert messages?

A

To alert the crew to non-normal conditions

These messages are crucial for addressing issues that may impact flight operations.

328
Q

What do EICAS communication messages indicate?

A

Normal communication conditions requiring crew attention

Each communication message has a specific crew action associated with it.

329
Q

What are EICAS memo messages?

A

Crew reminders of certain flight crew selected normal conditions

These messages are displayed in white at the bottom of the last page of EICAS alert messages.

330
Q

What do EICAS status messages indicate?

A

Equipment faults that may affect airplane dispatch capability

These messages help in assessing the readiness of the aircraft.

331
Q

When are EICAS alert messages no longer displayed?

A

When the respective condition no longer exists

This ensures the crew is only alerted to current issues.

332
Q

What is the significance of the rectangular symbol [ in EICAS alert messages?

A

It indicates the message has procedural steps or important notes

This helps the crew to follow necessary procedures related to the alert.

333
Q

How are EICAS alert messages prioritized?

A

Into three levels: warning, caution, and advisory

This prioritization aids in decision making when multiple messages are displayed.

334
Q

What color are EICAS warning messages displayed in?

A

Red

Red messages indicate critical conditions that require immediate attention.

335
Q

What color are EICAS caution and advisory messages displayed in?

A

Amber

Amber messages indicate less critical conditions but still require attention.

336
Q

Can amber EICAS alert messages be canceled?

A

Yes, they can be canceled and recalled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch

This allows the crew to manage alerts more effectively.

337
Q

What are EICAS communication messages displayed in?

A

White

Communication messages are displayed below EICAS alert messages.

338
Q

What are the three priority levels for EICAS communication messages?

A
  • High
  • Medium
  • Low

This prioritization helps the crew manage multiple messages.

339
Q

What happens to red EICAS alert messages when displayed?

A

They remain displayed and cannot be canceled by pushing the CANC/RCL switch

This ensures that critical alerts are not overlooked.

340
Q

Fill in the blank: EICAS alert messages are grouped into three priority levels: ______, caution, and advisory.

341
Q

What are EICAS memo messages?

A

Crew reminders of certain flight crew selected normal conditions displayed in white

They are shown at the bottom of the last page of EICAS alert messages on the primary display.

342
Q

What does the CANC/RCL switch do when the last page of EICAS alert messages is displayed?

A

Ensures all current memo messages have been displayed

This action is crucial for flight crew to be aware of all relevant information.

343
Q

Where can all EICAS status messages be found?

A

Listed in the Dispatch Deviation Guide (DDG) or airline equivalent

These messages provide a cross-reference to the Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for dispatch capability.

344
Q

How are EICAS alert messages displayed?

A

Grouped by priority level with warning messages in red at the top

Caution messages are displayed in amber below warning messages, and advisory messages are indented.

345
Q

What happens when a new EICAS alert message is generated?

A

Displayed immediately below any existing EICAS warning messages

This ensures that the most recent information is always visible to the crew.

346
Q

If there are more EICAS messages than can fit on one page, what occurs?

A

Multiple pages are created and numbered sequentially

The page number is displayed at the bottom of each list.

347
Q

What does pushing the CANC/RCL switch do when multiple pages of EICAS messages are available?

A

Displays the next page of EICAS caution and advisory messages

EICAS warning messages remain at the top of each page.

348
Q

What is the consequence of pushing the CANC/RCL switch when the last page of EICAS messages is displayed?

A

All EICAS caution and advisory messages are no longer displayed

This action clears the display of non-critical messages.

349
Q

When no EICAS caution or advisory messages are displayed, what does pushing the CANC/RCL switch do?

A

Redisplays page one of the EICAS caution and advisory messages

The RECALL message is displayed briefly to indicate this action.

350
Q

What color are EICAS warning messages displayed in?

A

Red

This color coding helps to quickly identify critical alerts.

351
Q

What color are EICAS caution messages displayed in?

A

Amber

Caution messages indicate less urgent issues than warnings but still require attention.

352
Q

What color are EICAS advisory messages displayed in?

A

Amber, but indented one character

This indentation helps distinguish them from caution messages.

353
Q

Fill in the blank: EICAS alert messages for new system non-normal conditions are displayed on the _______ being viewed.

A

[page]

This ensures that the crew is immediately aware of new non-normal conditions as they occur.

354
Q

What do the master WARNING and CAUTION lights indicate?

A

Alerts that require crew attention

The lights indicate various critical alerts as described in the B787 FCOM.

355
Q

What is the purpose of the aural alert ‘LEVEL OFF’?

A

Indicates RA pitch regions to avoid on PFD and HUD

This aural alert is crucial for maintaining safe flight parameters.

356
Q

What does the aural alert ‘AIRSPEED’ signal?

A

Airspeed at or below Thrust Asymmetry Minimum Speed

It serves as a warning for the pilots to take corrective actions.

357
Q

What should a crew do to extinguish the Master WARNING lights?

A

Push Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch

This action is required during an alert to clear the warning.

358
Q

What does the EICAS warning message ‘FIRE APU’ indicate?

A

Fire in the Auxiliary Power Unit

This is a critical warning that requires immediate crew action.

359
Q

What does the amber box surrounding the current altitude on PFD signify?

A

Altitude deviation from selected MCP altitude

This alert helps pilots maintain proper altitude during flight.

360
Q

Fill in the blank: The aural alert indicating an altitude approach is _______.

A

ALTITUDE ALERT

361
Q

What does the EICAS caution message ‘ALTITUDE ALERT’ indicate?

A

Approaching MCP selected altitude

The white box on PFD surrounds current and selected altitudes to indicate this alert.

362
Q

What is indicated by the Master CAUTION lights?

A

New EICAS caution messages

These messages require attention but are less critical than those indicated by Master WARNING lights.

363
Q

True or False: The aural alert ‘Bell’ indicates a normal operational state.

A

False

The bell serves as an alert for specific warnings.

364
Q

What does ‘FIRE CARGO AFT, FWD’ signify in EICAS?

A

Fire in the cargo area

This is a critical alert that requires immediate crew response.

365
Q

What does the voice annunciation ‘CAUTION TERRAIN’ indicate?

A

A warning about potential terrain hazards

This alert is crucial for pilots to avoid terrain-related incidents.

366
Q

What is indicated by the voice annunciation ‘CAUTION OBSTACLE’?

A

A warning about potential obstacles in flight path

This alert helps pilots maintain situational awareness regarding obstacles.

367
Q

What does the voice annunciation ‘CLEAR OF CONFLICT’ signify?

A

Confirmation that the aircraft is no longer in conflict with other traffic

This message is important for maintaining safe separation from other aircraft.

368
Q

What action is prompted by the voice annunciation ‘CLIMB, CLIMB’?

A

Pilot should initiate a climb maneuver

This is a critical instruction for maintaining altitude safety.

369
Q

What does the voice annunciation ‘DESCEND, DESCEND NOW’ instruct the pilot to do?

A

Immediate descent is required

This instruction is crucial in emergency situations where altitude must be reduced quickly.

370
Q

What does the voice annunciation ‘DON’T SINK’ warn the pilot about?

A

The aircraft is at risk of descending too quickly

This alert is vital for preventing controlled flight into terrain.

371
Q

What color is the Master CAUTION light when a terrain warning is active?

A

Amber

This visual cue alerts pilots to potential terrain hazards.

372
Q

What message appears on the EICAS when a terrain caution is present?

A

Amber CAUTION TERRAIN

This message is displayed to provide additional information about the warning.

373
Q

What does an Amber CAUTION OBSTACLE message indicate?

A

Potential obstacle detected in the aircraft’s flight path

This alert is essential for collision avoidance.

374
Q

What does the presence of a Red TRAFFIC message on the PFD indicate?

A

An immediate traffic conflict is detected

This message indicates that the pilot must take action to avoid a collision.

375
Q

What is the purpose of the GPWS immediate alert?

A

To warn the pilot of an impending terrain conflict

This alert is crucial for preventing controlled flight into terrain.

376
Q

Fill in the blank: The _______ message indicates that the aircraft is at risk of descending too quickly.

A

DON’T SINK

This alert prompts the pilot to take corrective action to maintain altitude.

377
Q

What are the RA pitch regions indicated on the PFD and HUD?

A

Regions to avoid during a resolution advisory

These regions are critical for maintaining safe flight maneuvers during TCAS alerts.

378
Q

What is the voice annunciation for an engine failure?

A

ENGINE FAIL

This alert indicates a critical issue requiring immediate attention.

379
Q

What does the amber GLIDESLOPE EICAS message indicate?

A

It indicates a caution related to the glide slope deviation

This message appears on the Alerting and Transponder Control Panel.

380
Q

What does the master WARNING light signify?

A

It signifies a critical warning that requires immediate action

The light can be extinguished by pushing the Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch.

381
Q

What is indicated by the red ENG FAIL on both PFDs?

A

An engine failure

This is a critical alert displayed on the Primary Flight Displays.

382
Q

What does the GPWS immediate alert indicate?

A

Potential ground proximity warning

It alerts the crew to an impending terrain conflict.

383
Q

What is the voice annunciation for increasing climb?

A

INCREASE CLIMB, INCREASE CLIMB

This alert is provided to guide the aircraft’s vertical performance.

384
Q

What does the amber WINDSHEAR message indicate?

A

It indicates a caution related to wind shear

This message appears on the Navigation Displays and mini-maps.

385
Q

Fill in the blank: The voice annunciation for maintaining vertical speed is _______.

A

MAINTAIN VERTICAL SPEED

This alert is crucial for maintaining the desired vertical profile.

386
Q

What is indicated by the red TRAFFIC message on NDs?

A

It indicates a potential traffic conflict

The TCAS RA Traffic display provides guidance on avoiding other aircraft.

387
Q

What does the voice annunciation OBSTACLE, OBSTACLE PULL UP indicate?

A

It indicates an imminent obstacle threat

This alert requires immediate corrective action to avoid a collision.

388
Q

What are RA pitch regions to avoid indicated on PFD and HUD?

A

Areas to avoid during a Resolution Advisory

These regions are critical for maintaining safe aircraft separation.

389
Q

What is the function of the Master CAUTION light?

A

It indicates a cautionary alert that requires attention

This light alerts the crew to non-critical issues that still need to be addressed.

390
Q

What is the voice annunciation for an obstacle warning?

A

OBSTACLE, OBSTACLE PULL UP

This warning alerts pilots of potential collision with an obstacle.

391
Q

What voice annunciation indicates a sink rate?

A

SINK RATE

This warning prompts immediate corrective action to avoid a potential crash.

392
Q

What color indicates a master warning for an obstacle on the navigation displays (NDs)?

A

Red

Red indicates critical alerts that require immediate attention.

393
Q

What does the master caution light indicate?

A

Less urgent warnings

Caution alerts are typically indicated by amber lights.

394
Q

What does the EICAS warning message ‘CABIN ALTITUDE’ indicate?

A

Potential cabin pressure issue

This warning requires pilot response to manage cabin pressure.

395
Q

What action must be taken to extinguish the master warning lights?

A

Push Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch

This action is necessary to acknowledge and clear the warnings.

396
Q

Fill in the blank: The siren is associated with _______.

A

evacuation tone

This tone indicates an emergency situation requiring evacuation.

397
Q

What type of alert does the GPWS provide?

A

Immediate alert

The Ground Proximity Warning System provides warnings to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

398
Q

What is indicated by the amber ‘SINK RATE’ EICAS message?

A

Master CAUTION light

This message indicates a potential danger of descending too rapidly.

399
Q

What status does the red square on NDs and mini-maps represent?

A

Approximate location of the obstacle

This visual cue aids pilots in identifying threats during flight.

400
Q

What are the configurations indicated by EICAS warning messages?

A
  • CONFIG DOORS
  • CONFIG FLAPS
  • CONFIG PARKING BRAKE
  • CONFIG RUDDER
  • CONFIG SPOILERS
  • CONFIG STABILIZER

These configurations are critical for safe aircraft operation.

401
Q

True or False: The master warning light can be extinguished by pushing the Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch.

A

True

This action is essential for addressing the warning alerts on the flight deck.

402
Q

What does the Master WARNING light indicate?

A

Indicates a critical system failure or alert condition

The Master WARNING light can be extinguished by pushing the Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch.

403
Q

What happens when the thrust lever is at idle and the radio altitude is less than 800 feet with the gear not down and locked?

A

CONFIG GEAR warning message occurs

This warning is part of the BICAS warning message system.

404
Q

What is the voice annunciation for a terrain warning?

A

TERRAIN, TERRAIN

The warning escalates to TERRAIN, TERRAIN, PULL UP in more critical situations.

405
Q

What does the amber TOO LOW FLAPS EICAS message indicate?

A

The flaps are set to landing while the gear is not down and locked

This triggers a Master CAUTION light and a GPWS immediate alert.

406
Q

Fill in the blank: The warning system includes the Master WARNING light, Master CAUTION light, and _______.

A

Voice annunciations

407
Q

What does the Red SPEEDBRAKE indication on both PFDs signify?

A

SPEEDBRAKE is extended improperly

This warning occurs when flaps are set to landing and gear is not down and locked.

408
Q

True or False: The Master CAUTION light indicates a non-critical alert condition.

409
Q

What is the function of the Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch?

A

To extinguish Master WARNING lights

It can be used when alerts are triggered by specific conditions, such as thrust lever positions.

410
Q

What does the GPWS immediate alert signify?

A

A potential ground proximity warning

It prompts immediate action to avoid terrain.

411
Q

List the conditions that trigger the CONFIG GEAR warning message.

A
  • Thrust lever at idle
  • Radio altitude less than 800 feet
  • Gear not down and locked
412
Q

What visual cues accompany a terrain warning on the ND and mini-maps?

A

Red TERRAIN indication and a red square reflecting the approximate location of the terrain

This is part of the GPWS alert system.

413
Q

What does the Master CAUTION light indicate?

A

It indicates cautionary alerts

The Master CAUTION light illuminates for various warning messages, including those related to gear and terrain.

414
Q

What is the EICAS message for TOO LOW, FLAPS?

A

Amber TOO LOW FLAPS

This alert is triggered when the aircraft is at a dangerously low altitude with the flaps not in the correct position.

415
Q

What does the amber 100 LOW GEAR EICAS message indicate?

A

TOO LOW, GEAR

This alert warns the crew of a critical altitude concerning the landing gear.

416
Q

What is the voice annunciation for TOO LOW, TERRAIN?

A

None

The system provides a visual alert but does not have a voice warning for this specific caution.

417
Q

What does the TCAS TA Traffic display indicate?

A

TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC

This warning alerts pilots to nearby traffic that may require attention.

418
Q

What is the airspeed at V1 during takeoff referred to as?

A

VEE ONE

V1 is the critical speed during takeoff for decision making on whether to continue or abort the takeoff.

419
Q

What does the WINDSHEAR AHEAD warning signify?

A

Potential windshear encounter

This alert is crucial for pilots to prepare for sudden changes in wind speed and direction.

420
Q

How is the WINDSHEAR AHEAD warning extinguished?

A

By pushing the Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch

This action resets the warning indicators in the cockpit.

421
Q

What are the indicators for a reactive windshear warning?

A

Red WINDSHEAR on both PFDs and HUDs

This provides visual cues to the pilots regarding the presence of windshear conditions.

422
Q

What does the siren followed by voice annunciation indicate during a go-around?

A

WINDSHEAR, WINDSHEAR, WINDSHEAR

This warning is critical for safety during a go-around maneuver in the presence of windshear.

423
Q

What is the purpose of Flight Deck Panel Annunciator Lights?

A

To help locate and identify affected systems and controls

They work alongside EICAS messages to minimize errors in the cockpit.

424
Q

What is indicated by Stall Warning?

A

An impending stall condition

This alert is vital for maintaining flight safety and preventing loss of control.

425
Q

What provides warning of an impending stall in the B787?

A

Left and right stick shakers that independently vibrate the left and right control columns

The stick shakers are designed to alert pilots of a stall condition.

426
Q

What does the EICAS caution message AIRSPEED LOW indicate?

A

Displayed when airspeed is below minimum manoeuvring speed, highlighted amber on the PFD

Accompanied by a beeper and Master WARNING/CAUTION light.

427
Q

What is the purpose of the voice annunciation VEE ONE during takeoff?

A

To signal when airspeed reaches V1

V1 is the critical speed in the takeoff phase.

428
Q

What does TAMS stand for?

A

Thrust Asymmetry Minimum Speed

TAMS provides pilots with the minimum control speed for operation with large thrust asymmetry.

429
Q

What happens when airspeed decreases to TAMS?

A

AIRSPEED aural sounds and the Master WARNING light illuminates

TAMS varies with weight and center of gravity.

430
Q

What triggers the EICAS warning message OVERSPEED?

A

When airspeed exceeds VMO/MMO

The warning remains displayed until airspeed is reduced below VMO/MMO.

431
Q

What does the tail strike detection system monitor?

A

Ground contact that could damage the airplane pressure hull

It uses a two-inch blade target and two frangible wires.

432
Q

What is indicated by the EICAS caution message TAIL STRIKE?

A

A tail strike has been detected

This is accompanied by a beeper and Master CAUTION light.

433
Q

What does the takeoff and landing configuration warning system alert the crew about?

A

That the airplane is not configured for normal takeoff or landing

This warning helps prevent accidents during critical phases of flight.

434
Q

When is the takeoff configuration warning function armed?

A

When the airplane is on the ground

It prepares the system to alert the crew if the configuration is incorrect.

435
Q

What provides warning of an impending stall in the B787?

A

Left and right stick shakers that independently vibrate the left and right control columns

The stick shakers are designed to alert pilots of a stall condition.

436
Q

What does the EICAS caution message AIRSPEED LOW indicate?

A

Displayed when airspeed is below minimum manoeuvring speed, highlighted amber on the PFD

Accompanied by a beeper and Master WARNING/CAUTION light.

437
Q

What is the purpose of the voice annunciation VEE ONE during takeoff?

A

To signal when airspeed reaches V1

V1 is the critical speed in the takeoff phase.

438
Q

What does TAMS stand for?

A

Thrust Asymmetry Minimum Speed

TAMS provides pilots with the minimum control speed for operation with large thrust asymmetry.

439
Q

What happens when airspeed decreases to TAMS?

A

AIRSPEED aural sounds and the Master WARNING light illuminates

TAMS varies with weight and center of gravity.

440
Q

What triggers the EICAS warning message OVERSPEED?

A

When airspeed exceeds VMO/MMO

The warning remains displayed until airspeed is reduced below VMO/MMO.

441
Q

What does the tail strike detection system monitor?

A

Ground contact that could damage the airplane pressure hull

It uses a two-inch blade target and two frangible wires.

442
Q

What is indicated by the EICAS caution message TAIL STRIKE?

A

A tail strike has been detected

This is accompanied by a beeper and Master CAUTION light.

443
Q

What does the takeoff and landing configuration warning system alert the crew about?

A

That the airplane is not configured for normal takeoff or landing

This warning helps prevent accidents during critical phases of flight.

444
Q

When is the takeoff configuration warning function armed?

A

When the airplane is on the ground

It prepares the system to alert the crew if the configuration is incorrect.

445
Q

What is the takeoff configuration warning function armed condition?

A

The function is armed when:
* Airplane is on the ground
* FUEL CONTROL switches are in RUN position
* Either engine thrust is in takeoff range
* Airspeed is less than V1

V1 is the speed beyond which the takeoff should no longer be aborted.

446
Q

What are the components of takeoff configuration warnings?

A

Takeoff configuration warnings consist of:
* Illumination of the master warning lights
* Activation of the aural warning siren
* Display of applicable EICAS warning CONFIG message

EICAS stands for Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System.

447
Q

What warning message indicates unsecured cargo and/or passenger doors?

A

CONFIG DOORS

This warning is triggered when the doors are not secured and locked with engine thrust in the takeoff range on the ground.

448
Q

What warning message is activated when flaps are not in takeoff position?

A

CONFIG FLAPS

This warning occurs when leading edge and/or trailing edge flaps are not configured correctly during takeoff.

449
Q

What does the CONFIG PARKING BRAKE warning message indicate?

A

Parking brake is set with engine thrust in the takeoff range on the ground.

This warning is crucial for ensuring that the aircraft is ready for takeoff.

450
Q

What does the CONFIG RUDDER warning message signify?

A

Rudder Trim not centered when either engine’s thrust is in the takeoff range on the ground.

Proper rudder trim is essential for maintaining directional control during takeoff.

451
Q

What does the CONFIG SPOILERS warning indicate?

A

Speedbrake lever is not DOWN when either engine’s thrust is in the takeoff range on the ground.

The speedbrake must be retracted for safe takeoff.

452
Q

What does the CONFIG STABILIZER warning message indicate?

A

Stabilizer not within the green band when either engine’s thrust is in the takeoff range on the ground.

The stabilizer setting is critical for achieving the correct pitch during takeoff.

453
Q

At what point are takeoff configuration warnings inhibited?

A

Takeoff configuration warnings are inhibited at V1, except for CONFIG RUDDER message which is inhibited above 30 knots.

This inhibition helps prevent unnecessary alarms during critical phases of takeoff.

454
Q

What is inhibited at V1 during takeoff configuration warnings?

A

Takeoff configuration warnings

The CONFIG RUDDER message is inhibited above 30 knots.

455
Q

What happens when a takeoff configuration warning occurs?

A

Pushing either Master WARNING/CAUTION reset switch resets the Master WARNING lights but does not silence the siren or clear the EICAS alert message.

456
Q

What occurs if thrust is decreased below takeoff range and airspeed is less than V1?

A

Master WARNING lights are extinguished and the siren is silenced

The CONFIG message and Master WARNING light remain displayed for 10 seconds.

457
Q

What does the landing configuration warning system alert the crew about?

A

The landing gear is not extended for landing.

458
Q

When is the EICAS warning message CONFIG GEAR displayed?

A

If the airplane is in flight, any landing gear is not down and locked, and either thrust lever closed and radio altitude less than 800 feet or FLAP lever in landing position.

459
Q

What action silences the siren when the CONFIG GEAR message is displayed due to thrust lever being closed?

A

Pushing either Master WARNING/CAUTION reset switch.

460
Q

What happens if the CONFIG GEAR message is displayed because the FLAP lever is in landing position?

A

The siren cannot be silenced by pushing a Master WARNING/CAUTION reset switch.

461
Q

What alert does the EICAS caution message SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED provide?

A

The SPEEDBRAKE lever is extended beyond ARMED with airplane radio altitude 15 feet or greater.

462
Q

Under what conditions is the SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED message displayed in flight?

A

When radio altitude is 800 feet or less, FLAP lever in landing position, or thrust lever angle 5 degrees or more above idle stop for 15 seconds.

463
Q

What action extinguishes the Master CAUTION lights when the SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED message is displayed?

A

Pushing either Master WARNING/CAUTION Reset switch.

464
Q

What is the condition for the SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED message to remain displayed?

A

Until the SPEEDBRAKE lever is DOWN or at ARMED.

465
Q

What does the SPEEDBRAKE warning indicate?

A

Alerts that the speedbrake has not deployed during landing or rejected takeoff

Displayed on both PFDs and HUDs, accompanied by a Master WARNING light and aural alert.

466
Q

What conditions trigger the SPEEDBRAKE warning?

A

All must occur together for 1 second:
* Airplane on the ground
* Both thrust levers not in takeoff thrust position
* Grounds speed exceeds 85 knots
* Speedbrake lever position is less than 35°

Warning resets automatically when any condition is no longer met.

467
Q

What does the EICAS advisory message CONFIG WARNING SYS indicate?

A

Takeoff and landing warning system failure

If CONFIG messages are displayed, they may not be correct.

468
Q

What alert is provided when approaching MCP selected altitude?

A

A c-chord sounds and a highlighted white box is displayed

This occurs at 900 feet prior to reaching the selected altitude.

469
Q

What happens when departing MCP selected altitude by 200 feet?

A

EICAS caution message ALTITUDE ALERT is displayed

A highlighted amber box surrounds the current altitude.

470
Q

When is the amber highlight and ALTITUDE ALERT message removed?

A

When:
* Reapproaching within 200 feet of selected altitude
* A new MCP altitude is selected
* Departing more than 900 feet from selected altitude

471
Q

Fill in the blank: The SPEEDBRAKE warning is displayed on both _______ and both _______.

A

PFDs, HUDs

472
Q

True or False: The SPEEDBRAKE warning can occur if the speedbrake lever position is greater than 35°.

473
Q

What happens to the highlighted indicators when within 200 feet of the selected altitude?

A

Highlights are no longer displayed

474
Q

What inhibits MCP selected altitude alerts?

A

MCP selected altitude alerts are inhibited when:
* glideslope or glidepath captured
* landing flaps selected and landing gear down and locked

These conditions ensure that altitude alerts do not interfere during critical phases of flight.

475
Q

What is the function of the Crew Alertness Monitor?

A

The Crew Alertness Monitor continuously monitors switch action on various flight control panels and alerts the crew if no action is detected for a predefined time.

The monitor can be configured by the airline to either enable or disable the alerting feature.

476
Q

What advisory message is displayed when the Crew Alertness Monitor detects no switch action?

A

EICAS advisory message PILOT RESPONSE is displayed.

This message escalates to caution and warning levels if no action continues.

477
Q

When is the PILOT RESPONSE message inhibited?

A

The PILOT RESPONSE message is inhibited during climb below 20,000 feet when flaps are not up.

This is to prevent unnecessary alerts during standard climb procedures.

478
Q

What does the Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) do?

A

TCAS alerts the crew to possible conflicting traffic by interrogating operating transponders in other airplanes and predicting their flight paths.

This system enhances situational awareness and helps prevent mid-air collisions.

479
Q

What types of displays does TCAS provide to the flight crew?

A

TCAS provides:
* TCAS ND messages
* voice annunciations
* PFD vertical flight path guidance
* traffic displays

These outputs help the crew understand the surrounding air traffic situation.

480
Q

What is the role of TCAS in relation to transponders?

A

TCAS provides information only for airplanes that have operating transponders.

Aircraft without transponders will not be detected or displayed by TCAS.

481
Q

What types of traffic advisories does TCAS provide?

A

TCAS provides:
* resolution advisory (RA) and display
* traffic advisory (TA) and display
* proximate traffic display
* other traffic display

These advisories assist pilots in making informed decisions during potential conflicts.

482
Q

In which modes can TCAS messages and symbols be displayed?

A

TCAS messages and TCAS traffic symbols can be displayed on the ND and mini-map, but not in plan mode.

This limitation helps to streamline the display of critical information during flight.

483
Q

Fill in the blank: The EICAS caution message ______ is displayed if there is still no switch action after a brief time.

A

PILOT RESPONSE

This escalation in alerts indicates increasing concern over crew alertness.

484
Q

What is an RA in TCAS?

A

An RA is a prediction that another airplane will enter the TCAS conflict airspace within approximately 15 to 35 seconds.

RA stands for Resolution Advisory.

485
Q

What happens when TCAS predicts an RA?

A

The following occurs:
* TCAS red message TRAFFIC is displayed on the ND
* A TCAS voice annunciation sounds
* TCAS PFD vertical guidance is displayed

486
Q

What symbol represents an RA on the ND?

A

The TCAS RA Traffic symbol is a filled red square.

ND refers to the Navigation Display.

487
Q

What information is contained in the RA data tag?

A

The RA data tag contains:
* Altitude
* Vertical motion arrow

488
Q

What is displayed when an RA is further from the airplane than the ND range?

A

The TCAS red message OFFSCALE is displayed on the ND.

489
Q

What is a TA in TCAS?

A

A TA is a prediction that another airplane will enter the conflict airspace in 20 to 48 seconds.

TA stands for Traffic Advisory.

490
Q

What happens when TCAS predicts a TA?

A

The following occurs:
* TCAS amber message TRAFFIC is displayed on the ND
* TCAS voice annunciation TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC sounds once

491
Q

What symbol represents a TA on the ND?

A

The TA Traffic symbol is a filled amber circle.

492
Q

What information is contained in the TA data tag?

A

The TA data tag contains:
* Altitude
* Vertical motion arrow

493
Q

What is displayed when a TA is further from the airplane than the ND range?

A

The TCAS amber message OFFSCALE is displayed on the ND.

494
Q

What does the TCAS voice annunciation indicate during a TA?

A

The TCAS voice annunciation indicates TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC sounds once.

495
Q

What is an RA in TCAS?

A

An RA is a prediction that another airplane will enter the TCAS conflict airspace within approximately 15 to 35 seconds.

RA stands for Resolution Advisory.

496
Q

What happens when TCAS predicts an RA?

A

The following occurs:
* TCAS red message TRAFFIC is displayed on the ND
* A TCAS voice annunciation sounds
* TCAS PFD vertical guidance is displayed

497
Q

What symbol represents an RA on the ND?

A

The TCAS RA Traffic symbol is a filled red square.

ND refers to the Navigation Display.

498
Q

What information is contained in the RA data tag?

A

The RA data tag contains:
* Altitude
* Vertical motion arrow

499
Q

What is displayed when an RA is further from the airplane than the ND range?

A

The TCAS red message OFFSCALE is displayed on the ND.

500
Q

What is a TA in TCAS?

A

A TA is a prediction that another airplane will enter the conflict airspace in 20 to 48 seconds.

TA stands for Traffic Advisory.

501
Q

What happens when TCAS predicts a TA?

A

The following occurs:
* TCAS amber message TRAFFIC is displayed on the ND
* TCAS voice annunciation TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC sounds once

502
Q

What symbol represents a TA on the ND?

A

The TA Traffic symbol is a filled amber circle.

503
Q

What information is contained in the TA data tag?

A

The TA data tag contains:
* Altitude
* Vertical motion arrow

504
Q

What is displayed when a TA is further from the airplane than the ND range?

A

The TCAS amber message OFFSCALE is displayed on the ND.

505
Q

What does the TCAS voice annunciation indicate during a TA?

A

The TCAS voice annunciation indicates TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC sounds once.

506
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

507
Q

What is defined as proximate traffic?

A

Another airplane that is within six miles and 1,200 feet vertically

508
Q

What symbol represents proximate traffic on the ND?

A

Filled white diamond

509
Q

What information is displayed in the proximate traffic data tag?

A

Altitude and vertical motion arrow

510
Q

What is the TCAS symbol for other traffic?

A

Hollow white diamond

511
Q

Under what condition does other traffic become proximate traffic?

A

When within six miles and TCAS is not receiving altitude data

512
Q

What is displayed on the HUD and PFD when TCAS predicts an RA?

A

TCAS vertical guidance for a manoeuvre

513
Q

What does TCAS vertical guidance help ensure?

A

Vertical separation

514
Q

What happens to the TCAS vertical guidance when the traffic airplane also has TCAS?

A

It is coordinated with the traffic airplane’s TCAS

515
Q

What does the TCAS ND display to alert the crew?

A

Various messages regarding TCAS system status

516
Q

What does the voice annunciation ‘LEVEL OFF’ indicate?

A

Present pitch attitude and vertical speed are within the RA regions

517
Q

What action should be taken when the voice annunciation ‘CLEAR OF CONFLICT’ is heard?

A

Attempt to visually locate traffic

518
Q

Fill in the blank: Proximate traffic is displayed on the ND when the TCAS cyan message _______ is shown.

519
Q

True or False: The TCAS Other Traffic symbol is a filled white diamond.

520
Q

What is the maximum vertical distance for an aircraft to be considered as proximate traffic?

A

1,200 feet

521
Q

What does TCAS do when it receives altitude data from other traffic?

A

Displays a data tag like that of proximate traffic

522
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

TCAS is a system designed to reduce the risk of mid-air collisions.

523
Q

What happens when TCAS PFD vertical guidance is no longer displayed?

A

Traffic changes to a TA symbol

TA stands for Traffic Advisory, indicating that separation is increasing and no RA will occur.

524
Q

What should a pilot do when a new RA voice annunciation is received?

A

Increase pitch attitude and vertical speed

This is necessary to remain outside the RA regions.

525
Q

When the existing RA indicates to descend, what should the pilot do if the current pitch attitude and vertical speed are within the RA regions?

A

Adjust pitch attitude and vertical speed to remain outside the RA regions

This is crucial to avoid a potential conflict.

526
Q

True or False: The voice annunciation will sound if TCAS can no longer predict the track of the RA airplane.

A

False

The voice annunciation does not sound in this case.

527
Q

What is indicated by a new RA that requires a decrease in pitch attitude?

A

The airplane will descend through the altitude of the traffic

This is a critical maneuver to avoid a collision.

528
Q

Fill in the blank: The TCAS requires a change in vertical rate when the existing RA indicates to _______.

A

climb

Pilots must adjust their actions according to the RA guidance.

529
Q

What is the purpose of the TCAS voice annunciations?

A

To provide instructions for maintaining safe vertical separation

These instructions are crucial for avoiding mid-air collisions.

530
Q

What does an RA indicate about the airplane’s current flight path?

A

The present pitch attitude and vertical speed are within the RA regions

This means immediate corrective action is needed.

531
Q

What should be done if the vertical guidance was previously to descend?

A

Increase pitch attitude and vertical speed to remain outside the RA regions

This is necessary to comply with the new RA instructions.

532
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

533
Q

What is the initial voice annunciation for a new RA when the airplane’s pitch attitude and vertical speed are outside the RA regions?

A

MAINTAIN VERTICAL SPEED CROSSING, MAINTAIN

534
Q

What should pilots do when they hear the voice alert ‘TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC’?

A

Attempt to visually locate traffic

535
Q

How is TCAS controlled?

A

From the Alerting and Transponder Control panel (ATP)

536
Q

True or False: TCAS RA commands can be followed during engine out operations.

537
Q

What EICAS advisory message is displayed if TCAS is not operating?

538
Q

What happens to TCAS alerts below 400 feet radio altitude?

A

The message is inhibited

539
Q

What does the EICAS advisory message TCAS RA indicate?

A

TCAS cannot display RA guidance on the respective PFD and HUD

540
Q

What alerts does GPWS provide?

A

Immediate alerts and look-ahead obstacle and terrain alerts

541
Q

Fill in the blank: GPWS immediate alerts are based on _______.

A

[radio altitude, barometric altitude, ADRS, glideslope deviation, airplane configuration]

542
Q

What is the primary function of the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)?

A

To provide alerts for potentially hazardous flight conditions involving imminent impact

543
Q

What is displayed on the ND and mini-maps when TCAS is not operating?

A

An amber TCAS OFF message

544
Q

What does an amber TCAS FAIL message indicate?

A

TCAS cannot display RA guidance or traffic symbols

545
Q

What should be selected to prevent nuisance alerts during engine out operations?

546
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS provides alerts to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

547
Q

What triggers GPWS immediate alerts?

A

Based on radio altitude, barometric altitude, ADRS, glideslope deviation, and airplane configuration

These parameters help determine the risk of terrain conflict.

548
Q

List two conditions that GPWS alerts for.

A
  • Altitude loss after takeoff or go-around
  • Excessive descent rate

These alerts help enhance safety during critical phases of flight.

549
Q

True or False: GPWS guarantees obstacle or terrain clearance.

A

False

A GPWS caution or warning does not guarantee obstacle or terrain clearance.

550
Q

What additional information does GPWS provide during approach?

A

Bank angle voice annunciations and altitude voice annunciations

These annunciations assist pilots in managing approach safely.

551
Q

What does GPWS look-ahead mode monitor?

A

Obstacle and terrain proximity using a world-wide terrain and obstacle database

This mode provides alerts based on estimated time to impact.

552
Q

Fill in the blank: The estimated time to impact is based on airplane position, barometric altitude, present track, vertical path, and _______.

A

Groundspeed

FMC VNAV and LNAV path is not included in this estimation.

553
Q

What does the ND TERR switch display?

A

Obstacles, terrain, and the TERR indication on the NDs and mini-maps

This feature helps pilots visualize potential hazards.

554
Q

What color indicates the highest terrain or obstacles on the ND?

A

Solid green

The color coding helps pilots quickly assess terrain heights.

555
Q

What altitude is required for terrain peaks and obstacles to be depicted independently of airplane altitude?

A

500 feet or more above the highest terrain or obstacle

This rule enhances situational awareness during flight.

556
Q

What does the GPWS terrain database contain?

A

Detailed terrain and man-made obstacle data

It is crucial for providing accurate proximity warnings but is not a navigation aid.

557
Q

What are the three shading densities used for depicting terrain or obstacles on the ND?

A
  • Solid green for highest
  • High density dotted green for intermediate height
  • Low density dotted green for lowest

This shading system helps in visual differentiation of terrain heights.

558
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

559
Q

What happens when an obstacle alert occurs while a terrain alert is displayed?

A

The OBSTACLE alert message replaces the TERRAIN alert message

560
Q

How is the terrain display correlated when GPS position is unavailable?

A

To IRS position

561
Q

Can terrain and weather radar be displayed simultaneously on the same ND?

562
Q

What happens when one pilot selects terrain and the other selects weather radar?

A

Each display updates on alternating sweeps

563
Q

What is the voice annunciation for a caution obstacle alert?

A

CAUTION OBSTACLE

564
Q

How far from projected impact with an obstacle does the CAUTION OBSTACLE alert occur?

A

40 to 60 seconds

565
Q

What visual indications are associated with a CAUTION OBSTACLE alert?

A
  • Master CAUTION lights
  • Amber CAUTION OBSTACLE EICAS message
  • Amber OBSTACLE on the NDs and mini-maps
566
Q

What is the voice annunciation for a caution terrain alert?

A

CAUTION TERRAIN

567
Q

How far from projected impact with terrain does the CAUTION TERRAIN alert occur?

A

40 to 60 seconds

568
Q

What are the visual indications for a WARNING OBSTACLE alert?

A
  • Master WARNING lights
  • Red OBSTACLE on the NDs and mini-maps
569
Q

What is the voice annunciation for the PULL UP warning?

570
Q

How far from projected impact with an obstacle does the OBSTACLE, OBSTACLE PULL UP alert occur?

A

20 to 30 seconds

571
Q

What can be done to inhibit the GPWS alert?

A

Push the TERR OVRD (line select) soft key to OVRD on the GPWS page of the TCP

572
Q

What does the amber TERRAIN message indicate?

A

CAUTION TERRAIN EICAS message

573
Q

What are the visual indications for a WARNING TERRAIN alert?

A
  • Master WARNING lights
  • Red TERRAIN on the NDs and mini-maps
574
Q

Fill in the blank: The terrain display is correlated to _______ position when GPS position is intermittently unavailable.

575
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

576
Q

What happens when an obstacle alert occurs while a terrain alert is displayed?

A

The OBSTACLE alert message replaces the TERRAIN alert message

577
Q

How is the terrain display correlated when GPS position is unavailable?

A

To IRS position

578
Q

Can terrain and weather radar be displayed simultaneously on the same ND?

579
Q

What happens when one pilot selects terrain and the other selects weather radar?

A

Each display updates on alternating sweeps

580
Q

What is the voice annunciation for a caution obstacle alert?

A

CAUTION OBSTACLE

581
Q

How far from projected impact with an obstacle does the CAUTION OBSTACLE alert occur?

A

40 to 60 seconds

582
Q

What visual indications are associated with a CAUTION OBSTACLE alert?

A
  • Master CAUTION lights
  • Amber CAUTION OBSTACLE EICAS message
  • Amber OBSTACLE on the NDs and mini-maps
583
Q

What is the voice annunciation for a caution terrain alert?

A

CAUTION TERRAIN

584
Q

How far from projected impact with terrain does the CAUTION TERRAIN alert occur?

A

40 to 60 seconds

585
Q

What are the visual indications for a WARNING OBSTACLE alert?

A
  • Master WARNING lights
  • Red OBSTACLE on the NDs and mini-maps
586
Q

What is the voice annunciation for the PULL UP warning?

587
Q

How far from projected impact with an obstacle does the OBSTACLE, OBSTACLE PULL UP alert occur?

A

20 to 30 seconds

588
Q

What can be done to inhibit the GPWS alert?

A

Push the TERR OVRD (line select) soft key to OVRD on the GPWS page of the TCP

589
Q

What does the amber TERRAIN message indicate?

A

CAUTION TERRAIN EICAS message

590
Q

What are the visual indications for a WARNING TERRAIN alert?

A
  • Master WARNING lights
  • Red TERRAIN on the NDs and mini-maps
591
Q

Fill in the blank: The terrain display is correlated to _______ position when GPS position is intermittently unavailable.

592
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

593
Q

What is the purpose of the GPWS Look-Ahead Obstacle and Terrain Alerts?

A

To alert pilots when descending below safe altitude while too far from any airport in the terrain database

594
Q

What should be done to inhibit the GPWS alert?

A

Push the TERR OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

595
Q

What are the voice annunciations for GPWS Immediate Alerts?

A
  • DON’T SINK
  • GLIDESLOPE
  • PULL UP
  • SINK RATE
  • TERRAIN
  • TOO LOW, FLAPS
  • TOO LOW, GEAR
596
Q

What does the Amber ‘DON’T SINK’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Altitude loss with flaps and/or gear up after takeoff or go-around

597
Q

What visual indication accompanies the GPWS alerts?

A

Master CAUTION light

598
Q

What does the Amber ‘GLIDESLOPE’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Excessive deviation below glideslope or glidepath

599
Q

What happens to the volume and repetition rate of GPWS alerts as deviation increases?

A

They increase as deviation increases

600
Q

What does the Red ‘PULL UP’ message on both PFDs indicate?

A

Excessive deviation below glideslope or glidepath

601
Q

What alert follows the SINK RATE alert when descent rate becomes severe?

A

TERRAIN alert

602
Q

What does the Amber ‘TOO LOW, FLAPS’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Unsafe terrain clearance with flaps not in landing configuration at low altitude and airspeed

603
Q

How can the TOO LOW, FLAPS alert be inhibited?

A

Push the FLAP OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

604
Q

What does the Amber ‘TOO LOW, GEAR’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Unsafe terrain clearance with gear not in landing configuration at low altitude and airspeed

605
Q

How can the TOO LOW, GEAR alert be inhibited?

A

Push the GEAR OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

606
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

607
Q

What is the purpose of the GPWS Look-Ahead Obstacle and Terrain Alerts?

A

To alert pilots when descending below safe altitude while too far from any airport in the terrain database

608
Q

What should be done to inhibit the GPWS alert?

A

Push the TERR OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

609
Q

What are the voice annunciations for GPWS Immediate Alerts?

A
  • DON’T SINK
  • GLIDESLOPE
  • PULL UP
  • SINK RATE
  • TERRAIN
  • TOO LOW, FLAPS
  • TOO LOW, GEAR
610
Q

What does the Amber ‘DON’T SINK’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Altitude loss with flaps and/or gear up after takeoff or go-around

611
Q

What visual indication accompanies the GPWS alerts?

A

Master CAUTION light

612
Q

What does the Amber ‘GLIDESLOPE’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Excessive deviation below glideslope or glidepath

613
Q

What happens to the volume and repetition rate of GPWS alerts as deviation increases?

A

They increase as deviation increases

614
Q

What does the Red ‘PULL UP’ message on both PFDs indicate?

A

Excessive deviation below glideslope or glidepath

615
Q

What alert follows the SINK RATE alert when descent rate becomes severe?

A

TERRAIN alert

616
Q

What does the Amber ‘TOO LOW, FLAPS’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Unsafe terrain clearance with flaps not in landing configuration at low altitude and airspeed

617
Q

How can the TOO LOW, FLAPS alert be inhibited?

A

Push the FLAP OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

618
Q

What does the Amber ‘TOO LOW, GEAR’ EICAS message indicate?

A

Unsafe terrain clearance with gear not in landing configuration at low altitude and airspeed

619
Q

How can the TOO LOW, GEAR alert be inhibited?

A

Push the GEAR OVRD soft key on the GPWS page of the TCP

620
Q

What alert follows the DON’T SINK alert with gear and/or flaps up after takeoff or go-around?

A

Master CAUTION light

621
Q

What does the amber TOO LOW TERRAIN EICAS message indicate?

A

Loss at low altitude, or unsafe terrain clearance with gear and/or flaps not in landing configuration at low altitude and airspeed

622
Q

How can the alert be inhibited when due to flaps not in landing position?

A

Push the FLAP OVRD (line select) soft key to OVRD on the GPWS page of the TCP

623
Q

How can the alert be inhibited when due to gear not being down?

A

Push the GEAR OVRD (line select) soft key to OVRD on the GPWS page of the TCP

624
Q

At what bank angles does the BANK ANGLE voice alert sound?

A

35°, 40°, and 45°

625
Q

What is the minimum bank angle for the BANK ANGLE voice alert during low altitudes in takeoff and landing?

626
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 2500 feet during approach?

A

RADIO ALTIMETER

627
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 1000 feet during approach?

A

ONE THOUSAND

628
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 500 feet during approach?

A

FIVE HUNDRED

629
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 100 feet during approach?

A

ONE HUNDRED

630
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 50 feet during approach?

631
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 40 feet during approach?

632
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 30 feet during approach?

633
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 20 feet during approach?

634
Q

What altitude voice annunciation occurs at 10 feet during approach?

635
Q

What voice annunciation does GPWS provide at 80 feet above the altitude set by the captain’s MINS selector?

A

APPROACHING MINIMUMS

636
Q

What voice annunciation does GPWS provide at the altitude set by the captain’s MINS selector?

637
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is a safety system designed to prevent controlled flight into terrain.

638
Q

What does PWS provide alerts for?

A

Excessive windshear conditions detected ahead of the airplane

PWS stands for Predictive Windshear System.

639
Q

When are windshear alerts enabled?

A

During takeoff, approach, and landing

Alerts are crucial for safety during critical phases of flight.

640
Q

What does the GPWS do when an excessive downdraft or tailwind is occurring?

A

Provides an immediate windshear alert

This is essential for pilots to take corrective actions.

641
Q

What does the weather radar do in relation to windshear?

A

Scans for windshear using radar imaging

This helps in detecting disturbed air ahead of the airplane.

642
Q

What happens to the weather radar antenna scan sweep when scanning for windshear?

A

The scan sweep is reduced

This enhances the radar’s focus on detecting windshear.

643
Q

How can PWS alerts be enabled prior to takeoff?

A

By selecting WXR for display on either EFIS control panel

This allows the pilot to monitor windshear conditions before departure.

644
Q

What is the effect of selecting WXR for display when the airplane is on the ground?

A

Scans for windshear; PWS alerts enabled

This provides real-time monitoring of windshear conditions.

645
Q

What is the altitude threshold for windshear scanning when the airplane is in the air?

A

Scans for windshear below 2,300 feet radio altitude

PWS alerts are only provided below 1,200 feet radio altitude.

646
Q

What triggers the PWS to provide windshear alerts after weather radar begins scanning?

A

Enabled 12 seconds after scanning begins

This delay allows for accurate detection of windshear conditions.

647
Q

When are weather radar returns displayed only when WXR is selected for display?

A

When windshear is not predicted

This helps reduce unnecessary alerts for the pilot.

648
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

GPWS is a safety system that alerts pilots if the aircraft is in danger of flying into the ground.

649
Q

What is indicated by a PWS Alert?

A

Windshear predicted within 1.5 miles and directly ahead of the airplane

PWS stands for Predictive Windshear, which provides alerts about windshear conditions.

650
Q

At what altitude is the Windshear system enabled during approach?

A

Below 1,200 feet radio altitude

This altitude threshold ensures that windshear alerts are provided when they are most critical.

651
Q

What visual indications accompany a Windshear alert?

A

Master WARNING lights, Red WINDSHEAR on both PFDs, Red WINDSHEAR message on the NDs, RED, BLACK and YELLOW windshear symbol on the NDs and mini-maps, WINDSHEAR on both HUDs

These visual cues are designed to quickly inform pilots of the windshear condition.

652
Q

True or False: The PWS Alerts are only active during flight.

A

False

The system is also active while the aircraft is on the ground.

653
Q

Fill in the blank: Windshear position is displayed by _______ symbol on the NDs and mini-maps.

A

PWS

The PWS symbol helps in identifying the location of predicted windshear.

654
Q

What is the significance of the 1.5 NM range in the context of Windshear alerts?

A

It indicates the distance within which windshear is predicted

This range helps pilots to prepare for potential windshear encounters.

655
Q

What types of messages are included in the Windshear alert system?

A

Voice Annunciation: GO AROUND, WINDSHEAR AHEAD

This audio alert prompts immediate action to avoid windshear.

656
Q

What are the primary colors of the windshear symbol displayed on the NDs and mini-maps?

A

RED, BLACK and YELLOW

These colors indicate the severity and nature of the windshear conditions.

657
Q

What does GPWS stand for?

A

Ground Proximity Warning System

658
Q

What alerts are provided by the Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS)?

A
  • Windshear Alert
  • PWS (Predictive Windshear)
659
Q

What is indicated by the amber WINDSHEAR message on the NDs and mini-maps?

A

Windshear predicted within 3 miles and ahead of the airplane

660
Q

During which phases of flight is windshear detection enabled?

A
  • Takeoff
  • Approach
661
Q

At what radio altitude is windshear detection enabled?

A

Below 1,200 feet

662
Q

What color is the WINDSHEAR symbol displayed on the NDs and mini-maps when windshear is predicted close to the airplane?

663
Q

What does the Master CAUTION light indicate in relation to windshear?

A

Windshear predicted within 3 miles ahead

664
Q

What additional information does the weather radar provide regarding windshear?

A

Alerts for windshear events containing moisture or particulate matter

665
Q

What are the visual indications of immediate windshear alerts?

A
  • Red WINDSHEAR on both PFDs
  • WINDSHEAR on both HUDs
666
Q

What is the voice annunciation for windshear alerts?

A

WINDSHEAR, WINDSHEAR

667
Q

At what radio altitude does GPWS windshear detection begin?

A

At rotation

668
Q

True or False: Weather radar provides alerting for all types of windshear.

669
Q

Fill in the blank: The GPWS windshear detection is enabled below _______ feet radio altitude.

670
Q

What is the purpose of alert inhibits during normal operation?

A

Alerts are inhibited when they are operationally unnecessary or inappropriate to prevent distracting the crew.

671
Q

Which alerts are inhibited during a GPWS immediate windshear alert?

A

All PWS, TCAS, and other GPWS alerts are inhibited.

672
Q

What happens to TCAS RA mode when a GPWS or PWS warning alert occurs?

A

TCAS automatically inhibits RA mode and predicts all airplanes as TA.

673
Q

Fill in the blank: Certain EICAS alert messages are time delayed to prevent _______ from being displayed.

A

normal in-transit indications.

674
Q

When is a valve’s failure message inhibited?

A

When the valve is in-transit and has not yet reached the commanded position.

675
Q

What inhibits individual hydraulic pump pressure messages?

A

A hydraulic system pressure message.

676
Q

True or False: Voice annunciations for warning alerts allow new voice annunciations for caution alerts.

677
Q

What prioritizes alert displays on the NDs?

A

Alert displays are prioritized to aid flight crew decision making.

678
Q

What does an immediate windshear alert inhibit regarding display alerts?

A

It inhibits the automatic display of new TCAS, look-ahead terrain, or PWS alerts.

679
Q

What happens when both NDs are in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new TCAS TA or RA alert occurs?

A

TFC is selected automatically for both NDs and TCAS traffic is displayed on both NDs.

680
Q

How does the display change when only one ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new TCAS TA or RA alert occurs?

A

TFC is selected automatically for that ND and TCAS traffic is displayed.

681
Q

What happens when only one ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new TCAS TA or RA alert occurs?

A

TFC is selected automatically for that ND and TCAS traffic is displayed

The ND not in MAP or MAP CTR mode is armed for TCAS display.

682
Q

What occurs when neither ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new TCAS TA or RA alert happens?

A

Both NDs are armed for TCAS display and TFC will be selected automatically when MAP or MAP CTR mode is selected

This ensures that TCAS alerts are visible when either ND is activated.

683
Q

What is the result when both NDs are in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new look-ahead terrain alert occurs?

A

TERR is selected automatically for both NDs

This provides immediate awareness of terrain hazards.

684
Q

When only one ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new look-ahead terrain alert occurs, what happens?

A

TERR is selected automatically for that ND; the other ND is armed for TERR display

TERR will be selected automatically when MAP or MAP CTR mode is selected.

685
Q

What occurs when neither ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new look-ahead terrain alert is issued?

A

Both NDs are armed for TERR display and TERR will be selected automatically when MAP or MAP CTR mode is selected

Selecting WXR disarms TERR for either ND.

686
Q

What happens when both NDs are in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new PWS alert occurs?

A

WXR is selected automatically for both NDs

This indicates potential weather hazards.

687
Q

When only one ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new PWS alert occurs, what is the outcome?

A

WXR is selected automatically for that ND; the other ND is armed for WXR display

WXR will be selected automatically when MAP or MAP CTR mode is selected.

688
Q

What occurs when neither ND is in MAP or MAP CTR mode and a new PWS alert is triggered?

A

Both NDs are armed for WXR display and WXR will be selected automatically when MAP or MAP CTR mode is selected

Selecting TERR disarms WXR for either ND.

689
Q

What alerts are inhibited before engine start and after shutdown?

A

For all EICAS caution messages

This includes Master CAUTION lights and beeper.

690
Q

Under what condition are EICAS caution messages inhibited?

A

On the ground, and both FUEL CONTROL switches in CUTOFF

This helps prevent unnecessary alerts during ground operations.

691
Q

What EICAS message indicates a problem with the electric generator?

A

ELEC GEN DRIVE L1, L2, R1, R2

This message appears when there is an issue with the respective electric generator.

692
Q

Which EICAS messages are inhibited during engine start?

A

All new EICAS caution and advisory messages, except:
* APU LIMIT
* APU SHUTDOWN
* ENG AUTOSTART L, R
* ENG FUEL VALVE L, R
* ENG SHUTDOWN L, R
* ENG STARTERS L, R
* ENG START CUTOUT L, R
* OVERHEAT ENG L, R

Alerts that are critical for engine start are still displayed.

693
Q

True or False: TCAS TA voice alerts are inhibited during takeoff.

A

True

This is part of the alert inhibition during the takeoff phase.

694
Q

What happens to TCAS when RA is selected on the panel?

A

TCAS switches automatically to TA only mode

The TCAS message ‘TA ONLY’ is displayed on the NDs and mini-maps.

695
Q

Fill in the blank: Alerts are inhibited on the ground when the _______ is in CUTOFF or the Engine Fire switch is pulled.

A

[FUEL CONTROL switch]

This condition prevents unnecessary alerts during engine shutdown.

696
Q

What EICAS caution messages are inhibited before engine start and after shutdown?

A

ENG SHUTDOWN L, ENG SHUTDOWN R, ENG SHUTDOWN

These messages are suppressed to avoid confusion during critical phases.

697
Q

Inhibit begins for TCAS RAs at what altitude?

A

Approximately 1,000 feet radio altitude

This is the threshold for inhibiting TCAS RAs to avoid unnecessary alerts.

698
Q

When does the inhibit for engine start end?

A

Engine reaches idle RPM, or start is aborted

This ensures that alerts can be displayed once the engine is stable.

699
Q

What is the initial condition for inhibiting TCAS TA alerts?

A

On ground

This ensures that there are no unnecessary alerts while the aircraft is on the ground.

700
Q

What EICAS messages are displayed when there is a problem with engine oil pressure?

A

ENG OIL PRESS L, R

These messages indicate low oil pressure in the left or right engine.

701
Q

What is the significance of the message ‘TA ONLY’ displayed on the NDs and mini-maps?

A

Indicates TCAS is in TA only mode

This occurs when RA is selected and alerts are inhibited.

702
Q

What happens to alerts during takeoff?

A

Alerts are inhibited during takeoff

This includes various EICAS messages and warnings.

703
Q

What is indicated by the TCAS DESCEND RAS?

A

Red ENG FAIL on both PFDs

This alerts the crew of a critical engine failure situation.

704
Q

What EICAS caution messages are inhibited during engine start?

A

ENG THRUST L, R

These messages indicate issues with engine thrust during the start phase.

705
Q

What happens if Master CAUTION lights illuminate before reaching 80 knots airspeed?

A

They continue to be illuminated after exceeding 80 knots

They cannot be extinguished until the inhibit ends.

706
Q

At what altitude are all EICAS advisory messages inhibited?

A

Approximately 1,200 feet radio altitude

This is a critical phase of flight where certain messages are not displayed.

707
Q

What is the significance of 400 feet radio altitude during takeoff?

A

Inhibit ends or is checked against various conditions

This includes engine shutdown or specific timeframes after takeoff.

708
Q

Fill in the blank: EICAS caution messages are inhibited for _______ minutes after lift-off.

A

30 minutes

This is the period during which certain alerts are suppressed post-takeoff.

709
Q

What occurs if a rejected takeoff is initiated above 80 knots?

A

Inhibit continues until airspeed is less than 75 knots

This ensures that critical alerts are not missed during the rejected takeoff phase.

710
Q

What is the minimum airspeed before V1 for inhibiting messages?

A

6 knots before V1

This is a crucial point in the takeoff sequence.

711
Q

True or False: New EICAS caution messages displayed during inhibit will not trigger any alerts.

A

False

New EICAS caution messages will cause the beeper to sound and the Master CAUTION lights to illuminate once the inhibit ends.

712
Q

What happens to messages when thrust on both engines is reduced below takeoff thrust range?

A

Messages are inhibited

This is a safety feature to avoid unnecessary alerts during critical phases.

713
Q

What does EICAS stand for?

A

Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System

EICAS provides critical information to the flight crew about the aircraft’s systems and alerts them to any abnormalities.

714
Q

What happens to Master WARNING lights if they illuminate before reaching V1?

A

They continue to be illuminated and sound when V1 is exceeded

This ensures that the crew is alerted to critical situations even as they proceed with takeoff.

715
Q

What is the significance of the new red ENG FAIL message on the PFDs?

A

Indicates an engine failure

The message is crucial for immediate crew awareness and response.

716
Q

What occurs if new FIRE messages are displayed during the inhibit?

A

The bell sounds when the inhibit ends

This provides a clear alert to the crew after the critical phase of flight.

717
Q

What is the EICAS caution message that appears six knots before V1?

A

ENG THRUST

This message alerts the crew to monitor thrust levels as they approach takeoff speed.

718
Q

At what altitude or time does the inhibit end for Master WARNING lights?

A

400 feet radio altitude or 25 seconds after inhibit began, whichever occurs first

This timing is critical for ensuring safety during takeoff.

719
Q

What type of warning messages does EICAS display during the inhibit?

A

CONFIG for takeoff configuration warnings, except for CONFIG RUDDER

This ensures that non-critical alerts do not distract the crew during takeoff.

720
Q

What happens to EICAS warning messages related to CONFIG RUDDER during inhibit?

A

They are still displayed

This is important for the crew to ensure proper aircraft configuration.

721
Q

What is the condition for alerts to be inhibited during takeoff?

A

Above 30 knots

This helps reduce distractions for the flight crew during critical phases of flight.

722
Q

What EICAS warning message is related to landing configuration?

A

CONFIG GEAR

This message ensures the landing gear is properly configured before landing.

723
Q

What is the minimum altitude for the gear unlock for retraction?

A

Below 1,200 feet radio altitude

This altitude restriction is crucial for safe aircraft operation.

724
Q

Fill in the blank: New EICAS warning messages are displayed during inhibit, except for _______.

A

CONFIG RUDDER

This exception is designed to ensure critical alerts are not missed.

725
Q

What is the time limit for the inhibit to end during landing?

A

800 feet radio altitude or 140 seconds after inhibit began, whichever occurs first

This helps ensure that necessary alerts are communicated to the crew in a timely manner.

726
Q

What does TCAS stand for?

A

Traffic Collision Avoidance System

727
Q

What happens when RA is selected on the TCAS panel?

A

TCAS switches automatically to TA only mode and TCAS message TA ONLY is displayed on the NDs and mini-maps

728
Q

True or False: All PWS alerts are inhibited during landing.

729
Q

At what radio altitude does alert inhibition begin during landing?

A

Above 1,200 feet radio altitude

730
Q

At what radio altitude does alert inhibition end during landing?

A

Below 1,200 feet radio altitude

731
Q

List the exceptions for EICAS communication alerts that are not inhibited.

A
  • CABIN ALERT
  • STATUS cue
  • TCAS voice alerts
  • New PWS caution alerts
  • Master CAUTION lights
  • New PWS warning alerts
  • All EICAS status messages
732
Q

What alerts are inhibited at 800 feet radio altitude?

A

All EICAS caution messages, except: AUTOPILOT, AUTOTHROTTLE DISC, SPEEDBRAKE EXTENDED

733
Q

What is the function of the AURAL CANCEL switch?

A

Enables the flight crew to cancel any active false or nuisance aural alert

734
Q

At what radio altitude should a go-around be initiated according to the B787 FCOM?

A

Approximately 1,200 feet radio altitude

735
Q

Fill in the blank: The AURAL CANCEL remains active as long as the condition causing the alert remains _______.

736
Q

What is the purpose of the TCAS INCREASE DESCENT RAS?

A

To alert the pilot to increase descent to avoid a potential collision

737
Q

What altitude is associated with the go-around during landing?

A

Go-around at approximately 600 feet radio altitude

738
Q

What altitude is associated with the LAND 2 or LAND 3 displayed on the PFD?

A

200 feet radio altitude

739
Q

True or False: Aural alerts for other fault conditions are affected by the AURAL CANCEL switch.

740
Q

What altitude corresponds with the go-around at approximately 900 feet radio altitude?

741
Q

What is the significance of the 75 knots airspeed in the context of alerts?

A

It is a threshold for alert inhibition during landing

742
Q

What is the purpose of the AURAL CANCEL switch?

A

Enables the flight crew to cancel any active false or nuisance aural alert

The aural alert remains canceled as long as the condition causing the alert remains active.

743
Q

What happens when the condition that caused the aural alert is no longer active?

A

The canceling function resets

If the same condition becomes active again, the aural alert will sound again.

744
Q

What indicates that an aural alert is being canceled?

A

An amber CANCEL light illuminates and an EICAS advisory message AURAL CANCELED shows

The light and message extinguish when the aural alert is no longer being canceled.

745
Q

When does the aural cancel function reset for all conditions?

A

When the airplane is on the ground and both engines are shutdown, or when airplane power is cycled Off and then On

This ensures that all alerts are reset under these conditions.

746
Q

What provides a backup for the AURAL CANCEL function if the Alerting and Transponder Control Panel fails?

A

The Tuning Control Panel provides a backup AURAL CANCEL soft key

This ensures that the flight crew can still manage aural alerts in case of a panel failure.

747
Q

What is the function of the EICAS EVENT RCD switch?

A

Records currently displayed engine indications and additional EICAS maintenance information

Up to five events may be recorded by the first five pushes.

748
Q

What does the system automatically record when a system parameter is exceeded?

A

Out of limit parameters and related conditions

This helps in diagnosing issues that may arise during flight.

749
Q

What are the two EICAS messages related to airspeed?

A
  • AIRSPEED LOW
  • OVERSPEED

These messages indicate critical airspeed conditions that need attention.

750
Q

What does the AIRSPEED LOW message indicate?

A

Airspeed is less than minimum manoeuvring speed

This is a cautionary indication for the flight crew.

751
Q

What does the OVERSPEED message indicate?

A

Airspeed is more than Vmo/Mmo

This is a warning indication that requires immediate action.

752
Q

True or False: The aural alert must be canceled separately for each fault condition.

A

True

Subsequent aural alerts for other fault conditions are not affected by the canceling of one alert.

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