Landing Gear Flashcards

1
Q

How is the landing gear operated?

A

Hydraulically
Electric powered hydraulic pump
Electrically actuated hydraulic valves operated by gear selector

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2
Q

Why does the gear can’t be retracted on the ground?

A

Squat switch

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3
Q

Function of squat switch (LH/RH)

A
LH: gear on ground
RH: stall warning heating
Engine pre glow
Ecu test
TAS voice warning
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4
Q

Describe how downlock works

A

Spring loaded

Is released by hydraulic pressure for retraction

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5
Q

Emergency operation of the gear?

A

Free fall by releasing hydraulic pressure.

In normal operation gear is held up hydraulically

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