CL350 Systems (Initial & Recurent Oral) Rev0124 Flashcards
How long can the engine starter be used?
How long does it need to cool before a further start may be attempted?
Cranked for up to 5 minutes,
Followed by a cooling period of 15 minutes prior to additional starts or motoring.
What is the valve sequence when the air source selector is selected to:
Trim Air Only
Left Flow Control Valve closes
Right Flow Control Valve opens
Pre-cooler Crossover Valve closes
Max Generator Loads w/ 1 Generator in flight
500 amps
What does the CABIN DELTA P warning CAS message indicate?
Cabin pressure is > 9.2 PSI or < -.5 PSI
8.8 PSI = Norm >= FL420
*Cabin = 7850’ and 8.8 PSI at FL450
Maximum speed for APU start
285 kts
Ram Air Valve can be operated below what altitude?
10,000’
Standby Instrument is powered by which bus?
Right Essential bus
*Battery pack is good for 3.5 hours.
Max altitude to operate APU
37,000’
Oxygen quantity and unit displayed on the outside panel?
Quantity and unit displayed inside cockpit on MFD?
Outside 1,850 PSI
Inside 5,458L
Fuel Max Imbalance Quantities
>13,700lbs = 250lbs
10,000-13,699lbs = 315lbs
4,700-9,999lbs = 450lbs
<4700lbs = 600lbs
Max Imbalance during gravity refueling = 250lbs
How long will the Essential buses and Battery buses last on battery power only?
1 hour
What happens when Engine Run switch is positioned to On?
- Fuel Pumps On
- FADEC initialized
*If Cabin or Cargo open White Cas turns Amber with Left Run switch
Which EICAS message requires immediate action?
Immediate: Red (warning)
What is the maximum altitude the APU may be used for Bleed Air?
20,000’
“APU BLEED ALT LIMIT”
(Amber CAS)
When manual mode is selected on the pressurization panel the pilot is controlling what?
In manual mode the pilot manually controls the outflow valve (1),
What doors must be unlocked for flight?
Battery Bay
Outflow Valve
Cargo (NJ specific)
Aft Equipment bay
Memory aid: BOCA
You can leave your doors unlocked in BOCA
How much fuel is required to keep the Fuel/Hydraulic heat exchanger system completely submerged?
2,800 lbs
1,400 each side
After takeoff, what is the correct sequence to transfer the bleeds from the APU to the engines?
(w/ APU operating the ECS)
Set the bleed switches to the following:
X BLEED - Closed
L BLEED - ON
APU BLEED - OFF
R BLEED - ON
The flow is in the shape of a “C”
*Landing order is a backwards “C” - R A L X
Max altitude (pressure altitude) using the APU to start the left engine on the ground
9,000’
Max altitude to start APU
30,000’
What are the maximum operating speeds to extend flaps?
10° = 210kts
20° = 210kts
30° = 175kts
What is the function of the APU?
Supplies air and electric
(Air includes bleed air for ECS & Main engine start)
Max Altitude w/ Yaw Damper Off
31,000’
What is the maximum usable fuel?
- Pressure refueling
- Over wing refueling
- Pressure: 14,150lbs
- Over wing: 13,000lbs
Aux Hydraulic pump pressure
2,500 - 3350 psi
Where is the Therapeutic O2 outlet located?
Behind the VIP seat, just ahead of the Emergency exit.
The mask is in drawer forward of lav.
When connecting External power to the aircraft, when will the AVAIL light come on?
When the power is the correct voltage and polarity
Nose wheel steering: Tiller and Rudder Pedals limits
Tiller: 65°
Rudder Pedals: 7°
Pushing the ENG FIRE switch does what 7 things?
- FADEC commands engine shutdown
- FIREX bottle ARMED lights illuminate
- FIREX arms extinguisher bottle squibs
- Fuel is shutoff
- Pneumatic is shutoff
- Hydraulic is shutoff
- Electric (Generator) is selected offline
EICAS shows messages in what order?
Order of importance, Order of occurrence
How long does the Aft Equipment bay light stay on?
20 Minutes
After 15 Minutes the lights will flash for 10 seconds and then turn off
IP air is used for what systems?
What is the max PSI?
IP = Intermediate Pressure Valves
- Engine Starting
- Environmental Control System
- Pressurization
Max 50 PSI (+/-3)
Which system uses HP air?
- Wing and Engine Anti-Ice
Max 36 PSI (+/-3)
HP = High Pressure Turbine = Hot Temp, lower speed air
Configuration Warning
Parking Brake
Disconnects (2- Pitch and Roll)
Flaps
Autopilot
Spoilers
Trims (3 - Aileron, Stab, Rudder)
Memory Aid: PDFAST
Which spoilers act as multifunction spoilers?
1,2 and 7,8
(Outboard)
What is ROLS?
Remote Oil Level Sensor
What is the normal takeoff thrust for the HTF7350 engine?
7,372 lbs Flat rated at ISA+15c at sea level APR
Increases power to +20c
Bleed air switches are normally positioned:
All on, or all off
What does IASC stand for?
Integrated Air System Controller
ECS and Pressurization Control
When are select EICAS messages inhibited for takeoff and landing?
Takeoff:
Airspeed above 80 kts until above 400 feet
Landing:
Below 400 feet until less than 40 kts.
When does the CVR start recording and how long does it last?
Starts recording when Battery power is applied and records for 2 hrs
Max Generator load with 2 Generators on the ground
400 amps
HP air provides air for which system and at what PSI?
Anti-Ice @ 36 psi
Max Generator Load (Transient)
600 amps for 5 minutes
Under what conditions must ENG Anti-Ice be operating on the ground?
In the air?
When should WING Anti-Ice be operating?
Engine Anti-ice system must be on while on the ground with
1. With snow, ice, standing water or slush present
2. <10°C OAT
In the air?
1. With snow, ice, standing water or slush present
2. <10 TAT
Wing Anti-Ice must be on while on the ground with
1. With snow, ice, standing water or slush present
2. <5°C OAT
In the air, Wing Anti-Ice must be on if ICE DETECTED or in icing conditions and speed below 210.
Anti Ice should be off <-40 SAT
Wing anti-ice fails in what position?
Fails (spring loaded) to the CLOSED position
Following an aborted start, how long must the engine be dry motored before an additional start may be attempted?
30 seconds
What is the power source for the Left DCMP?
What is the power source for the Right DCMP?
Left DCMP:
Right Main Bus
Right DCMP:
Left Essential Bus
How many Air Data Computers are in the CL350?
2
What EICAS Message will be displayed with Anti-Ice systems off and ICE DETECTED?
Anti-Ice System on?
Anti-Ice Off:
Amber ICE DETECTED CAS
Anti-Ice On:
Cyan ICE DETECTED CAS
Where is the fuel/hydraulic heat exchanger located?
Wing fuel tanks
APU Planned Fuel Burn
150 pph
What does the Ditching switch do?
- Depressurizes the cabin (via open outflow valve)
- Disables the ECS (Flow Control Valves)
- Closes the outflow valve
With less than 1,000 lbs of fuel per side, limit flight to less than?
30 Minutes
When will the Auxiliary buses load shed?
Single generator operation in flight.
After shutdown, what is the time range to check the oil?
5 to 30 minutes after shut-down
Total Circuit Breaker panels
8 total CB panels
2 in cockpit (Cockpit prep check)
2 in galley (Cockpit prep check)
1 in galley storage
1 behind mirror in lav
2 in aft equipment bay
What is the fire detection system called?
How many fire detection loops are there and where are they located?
FIREX-CU
Fire Detection and Extinguishing Control Unit.
2 detection loops in each of the engines and APU, and a single loop in the main gear wheel well provide information to FIREXCU.
Under what condition(s) will the Bus Tie Contactor open?
2 or more generators online.
When crossing the holding fix for a hold manually entered in the FMS, what is displayed at the bottom of the legs page at 6L?
Exit Hold
Ditching switch is available below what altitude and mode?
15,000’ in Auto pressurization mode only
How long will the main batteries last in the event of a total loss of generator power?
1 hour ESSCs open
Bus Tie Contactor closes
Batteries directly power their essential busses and battery busses only, and shares loads through the closed Bus Tie.
Pax oxygen masks stop delivering oxygen when descending through what cabin altitude ?
9,500’ + - 500 feet.
Which EICAS message requires prompt action?
Prompt: Amber (caution)
With Emergency Lights armed, when will they illuminate?
Loss of right Main Bus power.
Oxygen masks auto deploy at what cabin altitude?
14,500’ +/- 500 feet.
(EPAV)
What is the purpose of the Scavenge Ejectors?
Transfer fuel from the lowest inboard section of the wing to the Collector Tank.
What is the battery life of the Standby Indicator?
3.5 hours
Powered normally via Right Essential Bus
What happens when an ENGINE FIRE is detected?
MW illuminates
3 Chimes
ENG FIRE CAS Message
Aural “Engine Fire”
FIRE on N1 (red)
Engine fire switch illuminates
What is the purpose of the PTU?
Assists with gear retraction with loss of pressure in left hydraulic system due to Left EDP (engine driven pump failure).
Memory Aid:
PTU = Pick Tires Up
When will the DCMP Hydraulic pumps run continuously?
With flaps beyond 0 degrees
How many Ice detectors are required to generate an ICE DETECTED CAS message?
One
Where is the oxygen service point located?
Right side of fuselage, directly forward of the right engine.
What PSI is a fully charged oxygen system?
Outside: 1850 PSI at the fill port
Inside: 5,458L
Oxygen quantity is displayed on MFD EICAS and SUMMARY synoptic pages.
How many Ice detectors are installed on the CL350?
2
What does the Permanent Magnet Alternator (PMA) power?
FADEC
@ >45% N2
With total loss of power, PMAs still operate … You don’t lose engine power and control!
Which primary flight control system does not have hydraulic assist?
Ailerons
What is the EPAV?
Electro Pneumatic Actuating Valve
(Oxygen Control)
Describe the main batteries in the CL350?
24V NICADs (2)
44 amp/hr
Which doors are monitored by the door warning system?
Main
Emergency
Cargo
Aft Equipment Bay
Battery Bay
Memory Aid: MECAB
Where does the APU receive it’s fuel?
Right collector tank
Collector tanks hold 500lbs
Min fuel for go-around
1,000 Lbs
What happens when you turn on the battery switches (ground ops)?
- Batteries connect to their respective Essential busses.
- All buses are powered
- IRS begins aligning (cyan message on PFD)
- CVR turns on
With torque link attached what is the limit of rotation of the nose gear?
120°
with torque links attached, and NWS de-energized
Exceeding 120° causes “NWS LIMIT EXCEEDED” CAS message.
Indicating pins shear at 123° Torque links may be disconnected to allow towing at any angle
Max altitude to use APU electric?
30,000’
When should you manually select engine ignition ON?
- Contaminated runways
- Moderate or heavier rain
- Moderate or greater turbulence
- In the vicinity of thunderstorms
What are the meanings for the following synoptic colors:
Red, Amber, Green, White
Red - Exceedence
Amber- Component failure no flow, energy, or pressure
Green - Normal with flow
White - Normal without flow
How many igniters does each engine have?
2
What is the minimum pavement width required to make a 180 degree turn?
58’
Includes a 5 ft safety margin
Pressurization System Ops:
What causes the following CAS message:
Amber CABIN ALTITUDE CAS message
Red CABIN ALTITUDE CAS message
Amber CABIN ALTITUDE:
8,500’ Cabin altitude
(Caution)
Red CABIN ALTITUDE
9400’ Cabin Altitude
(Warning)
*Airports above 7850’ MSL resets CAS messages to: Caution: Add 650’ to highest planned field elevation Warning: Add 1550’ to highest planned field elevation
Under what conditions will the main door caution (amber) CAS message display?
Left engine run switch on
Aircraft is on the ground
Main door is not fully secured
Safety valves are set to relieve pressure at what PSI?
Over Pressure at 9.4 PSI
Under Pressure at -.5 PSI
(2 valves)
Which buses will remain powered during loss of all generators in flight?
Battery and Essential buses only.
1 hour of Ops.
Aux buses shed with one generator operating.
What electronically controls the landing gear system?
PSEU
Proximity Sensing Electronic Unit.
Takeoff and Return to Base sequence is active until what parameters have been met?
Climb above 6,000’ or 10 minutes after departure
*Pressurization maintains departure field elevation
Pressing EMER DEPRESS does what in:
Auto mode?
Manual mode?
Auto mode:
2,500’ fpm up to 14,000 +/-100’
Manual mode:
3,000’ fpm up to 14,500’ +/- 500’
Where are the Fire Extinguishers located?
Fire Extinguishers (3)
Locations:
Cockpit (under right seat)
Forward Coat Closet (bottom shelf)
Lavatory (aft of toilet seat)
Hydraulic Pressure for EDP?
Hydraulic Pressure for DCMP?
EDP - 3000 PSI
DCMP - 2,800 PSI
When does the FDR activate and how long can it record?
Starts with BCN selected on
or
WOW (weight OFF wheels)
Records for 25hrs
What is needed in order to get TO-TO (TOGA) on the flight director?
V speeds
Flaps set to takeoff
Engines running
What is the purpose of the safety valves?
They prevent cabin overpressure and negative pressure conditions (one each)
How long will the Emergency lights illuminate?
15 min with normal ambient temps
*10 minutes if cold
Left hydraulic system
(9 items)
Upper rudder PCU
Inboard elevators
Inboard multifunction flight spoilers
Inboard ground spoilers
ALTN Flaps
Gear
Nose wheel steering
Left T/R
Inboard brakes
Remember: Nose, Gear, Upper, Inboard and Left
Right hydraulic system
(9 items)
Lower rudder PCU
Outboard elevators
Outboard multifunction flight spoilers
Outboard ground spoilers
Flaps (Normal)
Gear Down assist
PTU
Right T/R
Outboard brakes
Remember: Flap, Lower, Outboard & Right
Ditching Switch Operation
(3)
Depressurizes the cabin
Shuts off air conditioning
Closes Outflow valve.
*This sequence is only active in the automatic mode and is inhibited above 15000’
IASC
1 IASC is always primary
Integrated Air System Controllers
Pressurization control
Two IASC controllers and 1 Manual control
Controls primary outflow valve through AUTO drive mechanism
(Secondary independent drive mechanism control valve in manual mode)
Takeoff and Return To Base Sequence
*Automatic pressurization mode
Maintains 300’ below field elevation until 6000’ AGL or 10 minutes
*If descent is initiated the cabin descends to take off field elevation and the cabin altitude does not have to be reset.
Pre-pressurization Mode
*Automatic pressurization mode
Active when thrust levers advanced to take off position
Achieves cabin pressure of 300’ below field elevation
This reduces noticeable cabin pressure change at takeoff
Manual pressurization knob
12 o’clock position Rate is zero
2/3’s travel is about 1000 fpm
Full deflection is about 2500fpm
CLIMB mode
*Automatic pressurization mode
Automatically controls cabin climb rate according to theoretical schedule of cabin altitude versus aircraft altitude
Also takes into account the rate of climb and landing field elevation.
Typical climb rates are 300-500 fpm with max rate of 635 fpm at lighter weight and best climb
*Above 25000, high rates of climb (>6000 fpm) may cause cabin rate of climb to exceed 635 fpm max and should be avoided for auto overpress protection and cabin comfort
CRUISE MODE
*Automatic pressurization mode
Active when aircraft rate of climb <500 from for >10s
Aircraft is climbing at any rate with aircraft altitude greater than 25000’
Cabin altitude is set according to predetermined schedule.
Depressurization sequence on ground
*Automatic pressurization mode
After landing or aborted takeoff:
Aircraft depressurizes at rate of 500 fpm
Outflow valve drives to fully open
Outflow valve then remains fully open while on the ground.
GEAR WARNING
Non-mutable
Any gear not down/locked …and
Left and right thrust levers < 26° …Or
flaps > or = 27°
RADALT < 500’ …and
Remember: 26, 27 & 500
GEAR WARNING
Mutable
Gear not down and locked …and
Radio altimeter invalid …and
TLA < 26°…and
Altitude is <15,000’ …and
Airspeed <170 with flaps <3° …or
Airspeed <160 with flaps <13°’ …or
Airspeed <155 with flaps >13°
*When RADALT INOP Gear Warning is mutable
Brake system ground mode
Ground mode allows hydraulic pressure to brake actuators.
Activated when gear down …and
Either WOW active for >5 sec …or
Wheel spin up above 50 KTS
Brake Control Unit - BCU
Provides anti-skid protection down to 10 KTS
Commands braking pressure of 350 psi for 4s after gear retraction
Removes hydraulic pressure from brakes when:
Both WOW(off), and gear up and locked, and wheel speed zero.
Nose Wheel Steering
(5)
Active when left hydraulic system pressurized
Nose Gear down and locked
WOW
NWS selected ON
No faults noted by SCU (steering control unit)
PSEU
Proximity Sensing Electronic Unit
Gear retraction and extension control
Gust lock
Locks ailerons only
These are the only non-hydraulic flight control
MDC Maintenance Diagnostic Computer
Can display data on top half of right MFD
Initiate by simultaneously pressing A/ICE, ECS, and FUEL on the MFD Control panel
ENG accessory Gearbox items
(6)
Air turbine starter
GEN
FUEL pump
Oil pump
Reservoir HYD PUMP
PMA
APR Operation
- Armed for takeoff with thrust levers in T/O detent.
- Engaged with thrust levers set to APR (beyond takeoff position)
Note:
Armed for go around when flaps >20° OR flaps and gear down.
Automatically engages with engine split of >15% N2
Can be manually turned off on engine panel
AIR TURBINE STARTER Disengage
N2 46.2%
When will HYD SHUTOFF VLV close
(2)
Fire switch depressed
or
Shut off valve closed
Fluid temp above 135°C (skydrol boiling point)
What are the HYD DCMP power sources?
Left DCMP = RIGHT MAIN BUS
Right DCMP = LEFT ESSENTIAL BUS
What is the primary purpose of the PTU?
When does it run?
To aid in gear retraction
Comes on when gear is being retracted and
Left EDP pressure is low
What does the AUX HYD system power?
Assists the lower rudder PCU
How are gear up locks released?
When extension commanded, gear initially over stows the gear, releasing the mechanical up locks.
This allows mechanical up lock hook to be retracted for extension.
Mechanical Right hydraulic gear asssit
The GEN overload message comes on at what load?
501 AMPS
What inputs arm the GROUND SPOILERS in AUTO mode
(4)
Inputs come from :
RADALT
Wheel Speed
WOW
TLA
When do GROUND SPOILERS extend in MANUAL ARM
Thrust Levers Idle and WOW only
*Manual Arm mode does not provide additional input protection available in AUTO.
ALTN FLAPS
When ALTN FLAPS selected:
Left HYD system pressure powers flaps.
Flow restricted
(to prioritize gear actuation)
Takes over 1 min to extend flaps from 0°-20°
Normal flaps (R) HYD system = O°-30° is 20 seconds
CONFIGURATION TRIM
Stab trim automatically adjusts when gear and flaps are extended to smooth out oscillations
Min Speed to extend FLIGHT SPOILERS
Vapp +8
Vapp = Vref straight in approach (Vref+8)
Vapp = Vref+10 circling approach (Vapp+8)
500’ AGL min usage
How long may windshield heat be used when on essential power?
15 minutes
Oxygen system
5458 liters (Long distance bottles)
Electropneumatic actuating valve (EPAV) controls O2 flow
EPAV has 3 valves :
1 unregulated air to crew masks
1 regulated air to pax masks (metered) in Auto
1 unregulated air to pax masks (manual select and uses at higher consumption rate) in Deploy
Standard Flight Deck Emergency Equipment
Two flashlights
One PBE (portable breathing equipment) (one additional in lav)
One crash axe
One fire extinguisher (two additional: 1 in cabinet closet and 1 in lav)
Two life vests
Audio panel to EMER
Bypasses audio panel
Can only transmit and receive on own side radio.
Left pilot on COMM 1, right pilot on COMM 2
Interphone routes through speakers
Ways to disengage the AUTO Pilot
(6)
Pressing either master disconnect switch
Activating trim switches on control wheels
Pressing AP on FGP
Pressing AP/DISC bar on FGP
Pressing either TOGA switch on TLs
Pressing the YD push button
Additonal ways to disconnect in non-normal ops, ie PITCH and ROLL disconnects
RA INHIBIT Parameters (3)
- Descending below 900’ AGL, or climbing below 1100’ AGL
All RA’s inhibited (TA ONLY) and TA AURAL INHIBITED
- Descending below 1000’ AGL or below 1200’ AGL and climbing
DESCEND RA inhibited
- Below 1450’ AGL
INCREASE DESCENT inhibited
DESCENT MODE
*Automatic pressurization mode
Aircraft descends at preset rate
Varies based on aircraft rate of descent and time remaining to land.
2000 fpm aircraft rate yields 300 fpm cabin rate
5000 fpm and greater descent rate yields cabin descent of 750 fpm
Decent continues to 300’ below landing field elevation.
What is the DCP?
Display Control Panel
Located outboard of FGP
Controls PFD and radio frequencies on MFD
What is the MFD Control Panel
Multi Function Display Control Panel
Controls navigation displays, synoptic, e-checklist, and CAS displays on MFD
Located on center console
What is the FGP?
Flight Guidance Panel
Controls Flight Director and Autopilot
Located on center of glareshield instrument panel
What is the Reversion Switch Panel?
Reversion Switch Panel
Used to switch information between PFD and MFD AND between Pilot and Copilot on lower left center console
In AUTO mode, when will a DCMP run constant?
What is the pressure does each DCMP provide?
Flaps > 0
>2800 PSI
Starter Limitations Engine
3 consecutive attempts, then 15min cooling
30 seconds motor after aborted start
Up to 5 min cranking
3-30-15
Starter Limitations APU
Ground start:
3 start attempts, with 1min cooling intervals then 20min of cooling
followed by 2 start attempts, 1min cooling between then 40min off
Memory Aid: 3-1-20 2-1-40
Air Start: Only one airborne start attempt allowed
ECS Temperature Ranges
In Auto?
In Manual?
Auto range = 15-35C
(sensors in cabin and cockpit)
Manual range = 3-70C
(sensors in ducting)
When should you disable TAWS Warnings?
GS = BC Approach or GS inop
Flaps = Landing less than flaps 30
Airport not in database
What is lost with Secondary Trim use?
Autopilot
Mach Trim
Configuration Trim
Memory Aid: MAC (Mach)
How are the electrical buses powered?
- Battery always powers respective Batt Bus
- Batt ON powers respective Essential Bus (plus Mains on ground)
- Generators power respective Main Bus (in flight)
- Generators power Aux buses thru respective Main bus
With a single generator in flight, what buses are powered?
With single generator on the ground, what buses are powered?
In flight: Essential, Main, Battery all operating. Single gen sheds Aux buses.
On Ground: Single Gen everything is still powered
What happens in flight with no generators?
(No APU or Engine Driven Gens online)
With no generators on line, each battery powers respective Batt and Essential busses, and BTC closes.
Battery duration is 1 hour in this situation
With one engine-driven gen in flight and APU operating:
What does APU power?
APU gen will power the Main Bus on the side with the lost gen while in flight with one engine-driven generator on line.
In flight, with no engine-driven gens and only APU:
What is powered?
In flight, APU operating with no engine-driven gens:
APU powers (R) Main , bus ties contactor closes (BTC) and powers (L) Main.
Battery and Essential still operate normally.
Aux buses are load shed with only one generator operating.