Master Warning Flashcards
What buttons will illuminate red when a warning CAS message appears in the EICAS window?
The MASTER WARNING buttons.
What buttons will illuminate amber when a warning CAS message appears in the EICAS window?
The MASTER CAUTION buttons.
How is it indicated on the EICAS that there is a checklist to complete with an associated CAS message?
A box is displayed next to the CAS message. Click on it to reveal the checklist.
What symbol is displayed to indicate that an EICAS checklist has been completed?
A check mark will be drawn in the box next to the CAS message.
List the four EICAS priority levels?
– WARNING (red)
– CAUTION (amber)
– ADVISORY (cyan)
– STATUS (white)
How should all warning and caution CAS messages be acknowledged by the pilots?
By pressing the illuminated master WARN or CAUT button.
Can CAS messages be cancelled so long as the activation condition still exists?
No.
Give the standard definition for OFF that is used for all systems?
The system is turned-off. System is still available.
Give the standard definition for FAIL that is used for all systems?
Total loss of system functionality. System is unavailable.
Give the standard definition for FAULT that is used for all systems?
System performance is degraded, but the system is still available.
What is an EICAS message that generates more than one CAS message?
GOLDEN CAS message.
How is a GOLDEN CAS message indicated?
“>” greater than symbol.
Are some CAS messages inhibited on takeoff or approach and landing to prevent them from becoming a nuisance?
Yes.
Where are time critical warnings annunciated?
On PFD 1 and PFD 2.
Which button allows the aural alerts on the respective side to be inhibited?
The AURAL MUTE button.
What voice message is generated when the airplane configuration is suitable for takeoff after the TO CONFIG button is pressed?
TAKEOFF OK.
List the items that will activate the takeoff aural warning whenever the airplane is on the ground and thrust is applied?
– FLAP Lever is not in takeoff position (NO TAKEOFF FLAPS);
– EMERGENCY/PARK BRAKE Handle is applied (NO TAKEOFF BRAKES);
– Any spoiler panel is deployed (NO TAKEOFF SPOILERS);
– Pitch trim is out of green range (NO TAKEOFF TRIM).
Will a terrain overlay pop up on the HSI whenever a TAWS alert becomes active?
Yes.
When TCAS issues an RA, what kind of an indication will the pilot have indicating a “fly to” zone?
A green box.
