Landing Gear

Question 1

The fusible plugs protect the main wheel against a tire burst that could occur under heavy braking.
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Answer 1

True

Question 2

The auxiliary actuator used in an alternate gear extension is hydraulically powered by system:
1
2
3

Answer 2

2

Question 3

Tiller steering will deflect the nosewheel up to __ degrees on either side of center.
50
60
70
80

Answer 3

80

Question 4

Upon landing, the anti-skid system becomes active:
(A). Once a 35 kt. wheel spin-up signal has been generated

(B). Once the thrust reversers have been deployed

(C). 5 seconds after the WOW switch has been activated

(D). Either A or C

Answer 4

Once a 35 kt. wheel spin-up signal has been generated
5 seconds after the WOW switch has been activated

Question 5

Loss of either Hydraulic system 2 or 3 will result in a ___ reduction in braking capability.
25
10
75
50

Answer 5

50%

Question 6

For aircraft Landing Gear, rudder pedal movement will deflect the nosewheel up to __ degrees on either side of center:
20
10
8
5

Answer 6

8

Question 7

The landing gear is powered by:
1
2
3
both b and c

Answer 7

Hydraulic system 3

Question 8

The landing gear is controlled by the
proximity sensing system
hydraulic system 2
the gear up and down locks
the gear side strut actuators

Answer 8

Proximity sensing system

Question 9

The nose landing gear is held in the up and locked position by:
hydraulic pressure
a mechanical overcenter lock
the gear doors
the drag brace

Answer 9

A mechanical overcenter lock

Question 10

Using alternate landing gear extension procedures, the main landing gear is assisted to the down and lock position by the Main Landing Gear Auxiliary Actuators which are powered by number ___________ hydraulic system(s)
1
2
3
2 and 3

Answer 10

2

Question 11

Nose-wheel steering commands are transmitted electronically using “Steer-by-Wire” technology.
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Answer 11

True

Question 12

Nose wheel steering is available when:
Hydraulic system 3 is pressurized
Nose gear is down and locked
A weight on wheels signal is present
all of the above

Answer 12

Hydraulic system 3 is pressurized
Nose gear is down and locked
A weight on wheels signal is present

Question 13

Prior to taxiing, ensure that the nose wheel assembly is clear of personnel and towing equipment before selecting the nose wheel steering switch to the ARMED position
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Answer 13

True

Question 14

The purpose of chined tires on the nose wheel is to improve steering effectiveness.
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Answer 14

False

Question 15

In the event of the failure of both hydraulic systems 2 and 3, accumulators will provide pressure for _______ brake applications.
10
8
6
12

Answer 15

6

Question 16

Brake wear indicator pins should be checked:
A). .Systems 2 and 3 pressurized and with the brakes released

B). Systems 2 and 3 pressurized and with the brakes applied

C). Systems 2 and 3 depressurized and with the brakes released

D. Systems 2 and 3 depressurized and with the brakes applied

Answer 16

. Systems 2 and 3 pressurized and with the brakes applied

Question 17

The anti-skid system is functionable down to a speed of ______ knots.
20
35
25
10

Answer 17

10

Question 18

The “too low gear” aural warning is heard if any landing gear is not down and locked when the radio altitude is less than ______ feet and the indicated airspeed is less than ______ KIAS
500/19
1000/230
400/170
750/210

Answer 18

500/190

Question 19

A PARKING BRAKE EICAS message is displayed when the parking brake is set and ____________ or _________.

A). N1 is greater than 70% (both engines)

B). The aircraft is in flight

C). NLG torque link is disconnected

D). A and B

E). All the above

Answer 19

N1 is greater than 70% (both engines)
The aircraft is in flight

Question 20

Upon landing, the Landing Gear anti-skid system becomes active:
Once a 35 kt. wheel spin-up signal has been generated

Once the thrust reversers have been deployed

5 seconds after the WOW switch has been activated

Either A or C

Answer 20

Once a 35 kt. wheel spin-up signal has been generated
5 seconds after the WOW switch has been activated