Fuel Flashcards
What pumps are required for a TO/GA?
1 electric pump is required for each engine and APU
EICAS Low level indication?
210kg - 265kg
Max fuel Imbalance and when is the EICAS caution removed?
Max 363kg and 45kg caution
Where are the pumps located?
In a collector box ensuring they are submerged at all fuel levels
Rule of thumb fuel load to remain within CofG
2900kg
How many, and what kind of pumps are in each wing?
3 electric pumps in each wing
Different colours for fuel level display?
Above 400kg = Green
400-280 = Amber
Below 280 = red box
What bus powers pumps A and B?
Essential DC Bus 1
What bus powers pump C?
DC Bus 1
Below what pressure will the remaining fuel pumps come online and the EICAS fuel low pressure caution be displayed?
6.5 psi
Fuel tank capacity
2087kg
Engine driven fuel pumps provide suction to what altitude?
25,000ft
What are the green, amber and red tank indications on the EICAS and fuel page of the MFD?
Red - 280kg
Amber - 280 - 400kg
Green - above 400