Inner Tank Split Flashcards
1
Q
Inner Tank Split:
What is the purpose of the inner tank split pushbuttons?
A
Close the valves in each inner tank separating the two sections in the case of a fuel leak. (These valves are usually open).
Fuel from both sides of the inner tank are still accessible by use the main and standby pumps.
They were added to the aircraft later so there is no ECAM monitoring and they are not on the main fuel panel.
2
Q
Inner Tank Split:
When do you use the inner tank split pushbuttons?
A
Push when directed by ECAM.
Isolates the two parts of the inner tank in case of a fuel leak.
3
Q
Inner Tank Split:
What do the lights “ON and SHUT” mean?
A
Amber ON - when valve is closing.
Blue SHUT - when valve is closed.
Once the tank is split both ON and SHUT will be illuminated.
