flight controls Flashcards
On the ground, above 60 knots groundspeed, the flight control system attempts to maintain a yaw rate near zero by applying rudder input. This function is only available in: A. The NORMAL flight control mode. B. The SECONDARY flight control mode. C. The DIRECT flight control mode. D. All modes.
A. The NORMAL flight control mode.
With a complete loss of flight control signaling, the alternate pitch trim switches must be used to move the stabilizer.
A. True.
B. False.
A. True.
Both the flaps and slats are driven hydraulically in which mode(s): A. ALTERNATE mode only. B. SECONDARY MODE only. C. PRIMARY mode only. D. In all modes.
C. PRIMARY mode only.
With the flaps and slats in the SECONDARY mode, if airspeed exceeds 225 knots for the 787-8 or 240 knots for the 787-9 with slats fully extended, they retract to the
position.
A. Retracted
B. 5 degree
C. Middle
D. Slat load relief not available in secondary mode
C. Middle
On the ground, all spoiler panels extend if both reverse thrust levers are raised to the reverse idle detent.
A. True.
B. False.
A. True.
Which of the following is true when the flight control system is operating in secondary mode?
A. Autopilot is available.
B. Envelope protection is available.
C. The PFCs are not available.
D. Autopilots and envelope protections are not available.
D. Autopilots and envelope protections are not available.
With flight control system operating in the direct mode, the primary flight computers are operative?
A. True.
B. False.
B. False.
The spoilers will automatically extend and the speed brake lever is driven to UP for a rejected takeoff.
A. True.
B. False.
A. True.
In the NORMAL flight control mode, the autopilot system sends control surface commands: A. Directly to the ACEs. B. Directly to the PFCs. C. To the backdrive actuators. D. To the PCUs only.
B. Directly to the PFCs.
The autopilot is only available in the:
A. NORMAL and SECONDARY flight control modes.
B. ALTERNATE flight control mode.
C. Only if normal stab trim is available.
D. NORMAL flight control mode only.
D. NORMAL flight control mode only.
With the flaps and slats in the PRIMARY mode, uncommanded motion will:
A. Cause the flaps or slats to transfer to the SECONDARY mode.
B. Cause the flap or slat system to transfer to the ALTERNATE mode.
C. Drive the slats to the mid sealed position.
D. Lock out the outboard flaps.
A. Cause the flaps or slats to transfer to the SECONDARY mode.
When operating with the slats in the SECONDARY mode and positioned to the full extended position, if the airspeed exceeds 225 knots for the 787-8, or 240 knots for the
787-9:
A. The slats will transfer to the ALTERNATE mode.
B. LOAD RELIEF will be displayed on the EICAS.
C. The slats will retract to the middle position.
D. Both B and C.
D. Both B and C.
The primary flight control computers (PFCs) will override a pilot command.
A. True.
B. False.
B. False.
The flaps and slats in the SECONDARY mode are controlled separately and can be positioned by hydraulic pumps or electric motors.
A. True.
B. False.
A. True.
The pilot can place the Primary Flight Computers into the SECONDARY flight control mode by:
A. Disconnecting the PFCs.
B. Disconnecting the autopilot.
C. You cannot, SECONDARY selection occurs automatically.
D. Just ask, it’s pure magic.
C. You cannot, SECONDARY selection occurs automatically.
In the NORMAL flight control mode, yaw control attempts to maintain zero yaw rate due to engine failure when above:
A. V1.
B. 60 knots groundspeed and aircraft on the ground.
C. 150 knots IAS, with a thrust differential greater than 10%.
D. E/O acceleration height.
B. 60 knots groundspeed and aircraft on the ground.
Disconnecting the primary flight control computers (PFCs) places the aircraft: A. In the SECONDARY and DIRECT modes. B. In the ALTERNATE mode. C. In the DIRECT mode. D. Out of control.
C. In the DIRECT mode.
Wheel to rudder cross-tie is available in which mode(s)? A. Secondary and Direct Modes. B. All modes. C. Direct mode. D. Normal mode
A. Secondary and Direct Modes.
The three Primary Flight Control System modes are:
A. NORMAL, SECONDARY, DIRECT.
B. PRIMARY, SECONDARY, ALTERNATE.
C. NORMAL, SECONDARY, STANDBY.
D. There are only two modes of operation for the Primary Flight Control System.
A. NORMAL, SECONDARY, DIRECT.
With a total hydraulic failure, how are the Pitch and Roll modes controlled? A. Electrically using the control wheel. B. Primary pitch trim switches. C. Alternate pitch trim switches. D. All of the above.
D. All of the above.