M5 Flashcards
1
Q
EIS: Regarding EICAS during normal flight what is displayed on the upper and lower displays
A
Lower screen - Blank
Upper screen - Displays the primary engine parameters
2
Q
EIS: What is Airbus EIS system called
A
Electronic Centralised Aircraft Monitor (ECAM)
3
Q
EIS: Typically how many screens are in a modern aircraft
A
6 identical displays
4
Q
EIS: What type of screen is used in modern aircraft
A
LCD (Liquid Crystal Displays)
5
Q
EIS: What are the advantages of LCD
A
- More robust than CRT
- Lower and simpler power supply
- Less heat than CRT
6
Q
EIS: What is the disadvantage of EIDS
A
Difficult to read in bright light
