Ice and Rain Flashcards
How many boots are there per wing?
5
How many boots are there on the horizontal Stabiliser?
4
How long do boots remain inflated?
6 seconds
What is the difference between slow and fast boots?
Fast: dwell 24 seconds
Slow: dwell 204 seconds
what happens if the boots are selected off during cycle?
It will finish the cycle then switch off.
What is the difference between >-10 and
> -10, the heater will be on for 10 seconds
Can the prop be heated on the ground?
no, the PSEU prevents it, unless the test switch is held with RPM>900
What are the wrap around heaters powered by?
28VDC
What do the wrap around heaters heat?
Deice Ejectors
water drains
check valves
rear fuselage restrictor
What are the stall warning, pitot and static vent heaters powered by?
28VDC on the ground
115VAC in the air
What are the windshields powered by?
115VAC
What does the PLT WDO/HT heat do?
heats captains side window
Can the elevator horns be heated on the ground?
no, the PSEU prevents it, unless the test switch is held
What is the engine intake heater powered by?
115VAC and only operates if selected and temperature below 10deg
What other heating do we have apart from the engine intake heater?
Splitter heater, heated by engine oil. Can only takeoff in icing if oil temp above 40 deg