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
2
Q
Why does the gear can’t be retracted on the ground?
A
Squat switch
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
4
Q
Describe how downlock works
A
Spring loaded
Is released by hydraulic pressure for retraction
5
Q
Emergency operation of the gear?
A
Free fall by releasing hydraulic pressure.
In normal operation gear is held up hydraulically