Communication and Navigation Systems Flashcards
What are the basic components of a radio communication system?
A microphone, a transmitter, Transmitting and receiving antennas, receiver, and speakers or headphones
What frequency range is used by most modern voice communications systems?
The VHF (very high frequency) Band (118.0 to 136.975 MHZ)
What does the term ADF stand for?
Automatic direction finding (finder)
What is the function of a VOR equipment?
Navigation
Name the components of a typical airborne VOR navigation system?
A receiver, antennas, frequency selector and visual display indicator
What does DME stand for?
Distance measuring equipment
At what interval must an ATC transponder system be certified?
Every 24 calendar Months
Why are two antennas usually required for an ILS system?
The localizer and glideslope signals are transmitted on different frequencies
What information does the glideslope beam provide?
Vertical guidance to enable the aircraft to maintain the correct descent angle
What is the power source of an ELT (Emergency Locator transmitter)?
An internal battery
Describe one method of monitoring the signal output during an ELT test?
Tune a communication receiver to 121.5MHZ
How would you know if the batteries in an ELT are due for recharge or replacement?
By looking for an expiration date for recharge or replacement on the battery and/ or in the aircraft maintenance records.
At what time is a test of an installed ELT permitted?
During the first 5 minutes after the hour and for no more than 3 sweeps
Where on the aircraft would you expect to find a DME antenna?
Generally on the bottom of the fuselage in a location that isn’t blocked by the wing during turns
Describe the shape and location of a transponder antenna?
Either a short blade or a short wire with a ball end located on the bottom of the fuselage
