Engine Flashcards
What engines are on the aircraft?
General Electric CF-34-8E5
- Hi bypass, 2-spool, axial-flow, turbofan
What thrust does the MAX position of the thrust levers provide?
The max thrust rating available for dual or single engine
How much thrust do the engines produce?
13,800-14,200
How must thrust is available for GA and GA RSV?
13,000
14,200
TO1, OEI with ATTCS provides what thrust?
14,200
The T/O DATASET menu setting only applies to what?
The takeoff mode of flight only
Describe the N1 spool
- Single stage fan
- 4 stage LP turbine
Describe the N2 spool
- 10 stage compressor (gas generator)
- 2 stage HP turbine
How many igniters per engine, are what is the power source?
2 per engine, PMA
How many igniters activate for engine start?
Ground - 1 igniter (switch in AUTO)
Flight - 2 igniters (switch in AUTO)
What happens when the ignition switch is selected to OVRD?
Enables FADEC to activate both exciters when engines are running (ground and flight)
Can the igniters be turned off in flight?
- The switch may be moved to the OFF position but the FADEC disregards the command
- The OFF position is used for dry motoring on the ground only. It deactivates the ignition system
What are the four ignition indications?
A, B, AB (green) and Off (cyan)
What are the green and amber engine vibration ranges
Green 0 to 3.9
Amber 4.0 to 5.0
What is a normal engine oil indication?
Green (amber is cautionary)
How is N2 indicated on the EICAS?
A digital display beneath the ITT
What does the STOP position of the START/STOP switch do?
Commands the FADEC to shut down the engine provided the thrust lever is idle
What does the OFF position of the IGNITION selector knob do in flight? on the ground?
Deactivates the ignition system. FADEC disregards the OFF position in flight
With an SPDA failure, setting the ignition selector to OVRD energizes which igniter?
A
What controls the engine?
- A two channel FADEC
- One channel is active and the other is automatic backup
What does FADEC stand for?
Full Authority Digital Electronic Control
What controls engine starting and provides hung start, hot start, and no light-off protection?
FADEC
Is only one FADEC channel used every flight?
Yes, they alternate with each engine start
What protections does FADEC provide on the ground?
- Hot start
- Hung start
- No light-off
Is there protection for hot starts or hung starts during an inflight start?
No, the FADEC will initiate fuel flow if the engine does not reach 20% N2 after 15 secs
How are engine thrust ratings controlled?
FADEC
The FADEC has four idle modes, what are they?
Flight, approach, final approach and ground
What is flight idle?
minimum required thrust to provide min engine bleed to airplane and varies with altitude and other system requirements
What is approach idle and when is it possible?
- Allow rapid acceleration to GA
- Weight off wheels, flaps not up or gear down, altitude below 15,000’
When is final approach idle set?
Same as approach idle except altitude is below 1200’. The FADEC considers anti ice OFF regardless of actual status
Where can the crew check engine oil?
on the MFD STATUS page
What does the oil system lubricate and cool?
The turbine engine main shaft bearings and the accessory gearbox
What does the cyan line on the N1 gauge represent during approach? When does it appear?
Min thrust required to meet bleed requirements below 1200’
What does the cyan > bug mean when displayed on the N1 EICAS indicator?
Target N1
How is the N1 limit indicated on the EICAS?
Its a red tick mark on the N1 indicator
The red line on the ITT indicates max allowable ITT. Is it indicated in flight?
After the T/O phase it is indicated only when the ITT does above CON thrust rating limit
What is ITT?
Interturbine temp