Fuel Flashcards
How many AC powered pumps are there for each tank?
Two for each
When does the fuel low indication appear on the sctratchpad?
When the fuel quantity is less than 2000 lbs in the related main tank
When does the fuel CONFIG indication appear?
- Either engine is running
- Both center tank fuel pump switches are off
- Center tank quantity is greater than 1,600 lbs
How long do the indications remain on?
- Both engines aren’t running
- One center tank pump switch is on
- Center tank quantity is less than 800 lbs
When will the INSUFFICIENT FUEL alert message display?
It displays when a change in conditions or a change to the flight plan results in the predicted fuel at destination being 2,000 lbs or less
The FILTER BYPASS lights indicate the state of the filters, and are normally extinguished. When do they illuminate?
When there is an impending fuel filter bypass due to a contaminated filter
Center tank pumps will illuminate a LOW PRESSURE light when what happens?
They only illuminate when the pump is on, and a low pressure condition exists
What limitations apply when loading fuel into the center tank?
Main tanks must be full if center tank quantity is greater than 1,000 lbs
1,000 lbs may be retained as long as effects of balance have been considered
How is the cross feed valve operated?
DC motor operated from the battery bus
Which tank supplies fuel to the APU?
No. 1 tank
When does the scavenge jet pump in the center tank automatically activate?
When main tank fuel is less than half full
Requires fuel pump on in the respective tank
The nitrogen generation system (ngs) is installed for what purpose?
To convert engine bleed air to nitrogen-enriched air.
It inserts gases to replace ambient air in the center fuel tank reducing chances of in-tank combustions
The NGS is completely automatic, when will the NGS shutdown?
- The aircraft is on the ground and the NGS isn’t in test mode
- Either engine is not running in flight
- Fire or smoke detected in the cargo or main deck areas
- Left air conditioning pack overheat
- Center tank refueling valve is open
How is the fueling station powered?
AC power is available or batteries are on.
Can also be powered by DC power from hot battery Bus using the fuel door switch bypass.
How many fuel measuring sticks are installed in each wing and center tank?
6 in each wing
4 in center