Flight Controls Flashcards
What causes the MACH/SPEED TRIM light to illuminate?
Mach/Speed trim system has failed.
What condition causes the STAB TRIM light to illuminate?
Stabilizer trim rate is 1/2 the normal control wheel switch rate.
Describe how to override a jammed control column.
Apply significant control column force in either direction on the other column.
How are the stabilizer trim motors powered?
Hydraulically.
When will the stabilizer trim “OFF” flag appear in the Stabilizer Trim Indicator?
When the trim indicator is inoperative.
What condition causes the “UNSCHED STAB TRIM” light to illuminate.
Uncommanded stabilizer motion or alternate trim is used with the autopilot engaged.
What do the STAB TRIM CUTOUT switches do in the “CUTOUT” position?
Remove all hydraulic power from the stabilizer.
At what rate will the autopilot trim the stabilizer?
1/2 the electric or alternate trim rate.
What type of trim will override the input of Electrical Trim switches on the control wheel?
Alternate Trim
What happens if a control column input is made opposing the direction of stabilizer trim?
The stabilizer trim is interrupted.
Which hydraulic systems supply pressure to the rudder?
All three systems (L, C & R).
What will cause the YAW DAMPER INOP light to illuminate?
Yaw Damper Inoperative.
Describe the function of the Rudder Ratio System.
The control commands from the rudder pedals and trim control are modified by the rudder ratio changer. As airspeed increases the ratio changer desensitizes these commands from the pilot to reduce rudder deflection. The system receives ADC airspeed input and provides commands to an actuator powered by the Left Hydraulic System.
When will the “RUDDER RATIO” light be illuminated?
When the Rudder Ratio System has failed. Rudder structural protection is provided by automatic depressurization of the left hydraulic system actuator which limits rudder displacement at high airspeeds.
Which hydraulic system powers the Rudder Ratio Changer?
Left