Communication and navigation Flashcards
What are three main auto pilot components?
Jaro, servo, amp
Sensing elements
DG, turn and Bank Gyro, altitude Gyro, altitude control
Activating elements?
Servos that operate the system
Basic components of comm system?
Microphone, transmitter, antenna, receiver antenna, receiver, headset or speaker
Most common communication frequency?
VHF
How often is a transponder certified?
Every 24 months
What are the components of a VOR system?
Receiver, Viability indicator, frequency selector, Antennas, power supply
Two antennas or multi element for a ILS?
Localizer and glideslope
Glide slope beam?
Vertical guidance, correct angle of dissent
What is DME?
Distance measuring equipment
What do you use VOR for?
Navigation
Where should DME antenna be located?
Bottom of aircraft, not blanked out
What is ADF?
Automatic direction finder
Where are transponder antennas located?
Shot strike usually on a lower surface
What powers and ELT?
Self contained battery