Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM


Top Flashcards (Certified)
All Flashcards

Aircraft systems > M1 INTRO AND LEGISLATION > Flashcards

M1 INTRO AND LEGISLATION Flashcards

1
Q

What are the three main characteristics that define an airplane or aeroplane?

A

a. heavier than air
b. has wings
c. has at least one engine

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is a blimp

A

non-rigid pressure airship,

shape determined by the pressure of gases

loses its shape when it deflates

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

How is an aircraft different from an airplane/aeroplane?

A

aircraft refers to a flying machine of any type, capable of atmospheric flight, with or without an engine

thus it includes hot air balloons

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What is the key difference between aeronautical engineering and aerospace engineering?

A

aerospace engineering includes space

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

The definition of a system in the MIL-HBK-338B Reliability Engineering Design Handbook is detailed and comprehensive. How can all the elements in the definition be summarised in one sentence?

A

All of these elements are summarised as a ‘capability to deliver and operate a system’.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

What are the functions of vehicle systems as subsystems of an aircraft (the system)?

A

Vehicle systems enable the aircraft to continue to fly safely throughout the mission

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What are the functions of avionic systems as subsystems of an aircraft (the system)?

A

avionic systems enable the aircraft to fulfill its operational role such as

  1. Navigation
  2. Controls and Displays
  3. Communications
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What are the functions of mission systems as subsystems of an aircraft (the system)?

A

mission systems enable the aircraft to fulfill a military role

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What are the subject domain areas that an engineer would need to be conversant with to design vehicle systems?

A

Systems design and transfer of energy

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What percentage do aircraft systems contribute to the empty weight of the aircraft?

A

1/3

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

Which systems are the top 3 contributors to the empty weight of the aircraft?

A

Landing gear - 27%

Equipment/furnishings - 24%

electrical power - 10%

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What percentage do aircraft systems contribute to the direct operating costs (DOC) and direct maintenance costs (DMC)?

A

1/3

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

what is the function of a propulsion system in vehicle systems?

A

to provide the primary source of thrust

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

what is the function of a fuel system in vehicle systems?

A

to provide a source of energy for the propulsion systems

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

what are the functions of an electrical power generation and distribution system in vehicle systems?

A
  1. generate AC and DC power
  2. distribute power to all connected equipment
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

what are the functions of a hydraulic power generation and distribution system in vehicle systems?

A
  1. generate hydraulic power
  2. distribute power to all connected systems
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

what is the functions of the secondary power system in vehicle systems?

A
  1. provide a source of electrical, hydraulic, and cooling power for aircraft on the ground
  2. provide a form of energy to start the engines on the ground
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

what is the function of an emergency power generation system in vehicle systems?

A

provide energy to allow safe recovery of the aircraft in an event of a major power loss

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

what is the function of a flight control system in vehicle systems?

A

convert pilot demands or demands from guidance systems into control surface movements to control aircraft altitude

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

what is the function of a landing gear system in vehicle systems?

A

ensure aircraft is able to land safely at all loads and on designated runway surfaces

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

does the landing gear systems in vehicle systems include the sequencing of all associated doors and leg and wheel assemblies to fit in the landing gear bay?

A

yes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

what is the function of a brake/anti-skid system in vehicle systems?

A

provide safe braking without adhesion loss under a wide range of landing speeds and loads.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

what is the function of a steering system in vehicle systems?

A

provide means of steering the aircraft under its own power or while being towed

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

what is the function of the environmental control system in vehicle systems?

A

To provide air of an appropriate temperature and humidity to provide a safe and comfortable environment for the crew, passengers, and avionics equipment.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
what are the functions of a fire protection system in vehicle systems?
monitor potential fire, smoke, or overheating hazards warn the crew and provide means of extinguishing fire should needs be
26
what are the functions of an ice protection system in vehicle systems?
monitor external ambient conditions to detect icing conditions prevent the formation of ice remove ice
27
what are the functions of an external lighting system in vehicle systems?
ensure aircraft is visible to other operators ensure runway/taxiway visibility during ground movements
28
what is the function of a probe heating system in vehicle systems?
ensure that the pitot, static, and temperature probes on the external skin of the aircraft are kept free of ice
29
what is the function of a vehicle systems management system in vehicle systems?
to provide an integrated processing and communication system
30
what is the function of a pressurization system in vehicle systems?
establish cockpit and cabin to a pressure that is comfortable to the crew and passengers
31
what are the 2 vehicle systems that are required by military aircraft?
1. crew escape system 2. canopy jettison or fragmentation system
32
what is the function of a crew escape system in vehicle systems?
provide means of assisted escape for aircrew
33
what is the function of a canopy jettison or fragmentation system in vehicle systems?
provide means of removing canopy from the aircraft or breaking the canopy material
34
When a fighter pilot ejects from an aircraft, what must happen first to enable a safe egress to take place?
The canopy must get out of the way of the ejection seat either via canopy jettison or fragmentation
35
what is the function of the biological and chemical protection system in vehicle systems?
protect crew from the toxic effects of chemical or biological contamination
36
what is the function of the arrestor mechanism system in vehicle systems?
provide means of stopping aircraft on a carrier deck or at the end of the runway
37
what is the function of the in-flight refueling system in vehicle systems?
to allow aircraft to obtain fuel from a tanker aircraft without having to land
38
what are the 3 vehicle systems that are required specifically for commercial aircraft?
1. galley system 2. passenger evacuation system 3. entertainment system
39
what is the function of the galley system in a commercial aircraft's vehicle systems?
to allow meals to be prepared and cooked for passengers
40
what is the function of the passenger evacuation system in a commercial aircraft's vehicle systems?
to allow safe evacuation of passengers
41
what is the function of the entertainment system in a commercial aircraft's vehicle systems?
provide audio and visual entertainment for passengers
42
what is the function of the telecommunications system in vehicle systems?
in some aircraft, to allow passengers to make telephone calls and sent emails in flight
43
what is the function of the toilet and waster water system in vehicle systems?
provide hygienic management of toilets and water waste
44
what is the function of the gaseous oxygen system in vehicle systems?
for passenger use in case of depressurization
45
what is the function of the cabin and emergency lighting system in vehicle systems?
to provide general lighting for cabin and galley, reading lights, emergency and exit lights to provide a visual path to the exit
46
what is the function of the display and controls system in avionic systems?
provide the crew with information and warnings with which to operate the aircraft
47
what is the function of the communications system in avionic systems?
provide means of communication between aircraft and ATC/other aircraft
48
what is the function of the navigation system in avionic systems?
to provide a worldwide, high-accuracy navigation capability
49
what is the function of the flight management system in avionic systems?
provide means of entering flight plans and allowing automatic operation of aircraft in accordance with the plans
50
what is the function of the automated landing systems in avionic systems?
provide the capability to make an automatic approach and landing especially under poor visibility conditions
51
what is the function of the weather radar system in avionic systems?
provide information on weather conditions ahead of the aircraft
52
what does IFF stand for?
identification friend or foe
53
what does SSR stand for?
secondary surveillance radar
54
what is the function of the IFF/SSR system in avionic systems?
provide information on the aircraft identification and height to air traffic
55
what is the function of the traffic collision avoidance system(TCAS) in avionic systems?
to reduce risk of collision with other aircraft
56
what is (GPWS)
ground proximity warning system
57
what is (TAWS)
terrain avoidance warning system
58
what is the function of the **(GPWS)/(TAWS)** in avionic systems?
reduce risk of aircraft: 1. flying into the ground 2. flying into high ground
59
what is (DME)
Distance measuring equipment
60
what is the function of the (DME) in avionic systems?
to provide a measure of distance from a known beacon
61
what is (ADF)
automatic direction finding
62
what is the function of the (ADF) in avionic systems?
to provide bearing from a known beacon
63
what is the function of the radar altimeter system in avionic systems?
to provide an absolute reading of height above ground or sea
64
what is the function of the air data measurement system in avionic systems?
provide information to other systems on altitude, airspeed, and Mach number
65
what is the function of the flight data recorder system in avionic systems?
to continuously record specified aircraft parameters for use in analysis in serious incidents
66
what is the function of the internal lighting system in avionic systems?
provide balanced lighting for all panels and displays
67
what is the function of the attack or surveillance radar system in mission systems?
provide information on hostile and friendly targets
68
what is the function of the electro-optical sensors system in mission systems?
to provide passive surveillance of targets
69
what is the function of the electronic support measures (ESM) system in mission systems?
to provide emitter information, range, and bearing of hostile transmitters
70
what is the function of the magnetic anomaly detector (MAD) system in mission systems?
to confirm the presence of large metallic objects under the sea surface (submarines) prior to attack
71
what is the function of the acoustic sensors system in mission systems?
to provide means of detecting and tracking the passage of underwater objects
72
what is the function of the mission computing system in mission systems?
collate sensor information and provide a fused data picture to the cockpit or mission crew stations
73
what are the functions of the defensive aids system in mission systems?
provide means of detecting attacks and deploying countermeasures
74
what is the function of the weapons system in mission systems?
to arm, direct, and release weapons from the aircraft weapon station
75
what is the function of the station keeping system in mission systems?
provide a means of safely maintaining formation/distance
76
what is are the functions of the electronic warfare systems in mission systems?
detect and identify enemy emitters to collect and record traffic provide means of jamming transmissions, if necessary
77
what is the function of the camera system in mission systems?
record weapon effects to provide a high-resolution image of ground for intelligence purposes
78
what is the function of the heads-up display system in mission systems?
provide crew with primary aircraft information and weapon aiming information
79
what is the function of the helmet-mounted displays system in mission systems?
provide primary flight and weapon information to the crew whilst allowing freedom of movement of the head
80
what is the function of the data link system in mission systems?
to provide transmission and receipt of messages under secure communications using data rather than voice
81
What is the main objective of ICAO?
to develop the principles and techniques of international air navigation and to foster the planning and development of international air transport.
82
how many annexes are there in the convention?
19
83
Annex 1:?
personnel licensing
84
Annex 2:?
rules of the air
85
Annex 3:?
meteorological service for international air navigation
86
Annex 4:?
aeronautical chars
87
Annex 5:?
units of measurement to be used in air and ground operations
88
Annex 6:?
operation of aircraft
89
Annex 7:?
aircraft nationality and registration marks
90
Annex 8:?
airworthiness of aircraft
91
Annex 9:?
facilitations
92
Annex 10:?
aeronautical telecommunications
93
Annex 11:?
air traffic services
94
Annex 12:?
search and rescue
95
Annex 13:?
aircraft accident investigation
96
Annex 14:?
aerodromes
97
Annex 15:?
aeronautical information services
98
Annex 16:?
environmental protection
99
Annex 17:?
security
100
Annex 18:?
the safe transport of dangerous goods by air
101
Annex 19:?
safety management
102
FAR 23?
Normal, utility, acrobatic and commuter category airplanes
103
FAR 25?
Transport category airplanes
104
What is a type certificate?
it is a document by which the authority states that an applicant has demonstrated the compliance of a type design to all applicable requirements
105
what is a supplemental type certificate?
it is a type certificate issued when an applicant has received FAA approval to modify an aircraft from its original design
106
MMEL?
master minimum equipment list
107
MEL?
minimum equipment list
108
CMS?
Central maintenance system
109
what are the functions of the CMS?
1. to recognize and correctly identify faulty elements to be changed ( at least 90% of the possible faults should be recognized by BITE(built-in test equipment) components ) 2. to display and store fault data for all BITE-equipped LRUs on the aircraft
110
what is component pooling?
it is where airlines share their inventory to maximize aircraft utilization and exploit the scale economies of available services
111
what are LRUs?
LRU refers to line replaceable unit. By definition, LRUs are designed such that they can be easily removed from the airplane and replaced within the time-limited constraints of line maintenance
112
What are SRUs?
SRU refers to shop replaceable units. SRU are lower-level items contained within the LRU SRU should be replaced within a shop environment

Aircraft systems (1 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2025 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions