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Navigation / Autoflight Flashcards

1
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In the roll mode, VOR/LOC (engaged) commands _______.
A. AFDS to track selected VOR course or track selected localizer course along the inbound front course bearing
B. the aircraft to turn to, or remain on the heading selected in the MCP Heading Display
C. all answers are correct

A

A. AFDS to track selected VOR course or track selected localizer course along the inbound front course bearing

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For proper operation of the A/T system, ensure the EECs are set to ______.
A. ON
B. ALT
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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3
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The autothrottles will disengage with which of the following actions or conditions?:
A. Thrust levers become separated more than 25 degrees during a dual channel approach after FLARE armed is annunciated
B. Moving the A/T Arm switch to OFF, pushing either A/T Disengage switch, or two seconds have elapsed since landing touchdown
C. Moving the A/T Arm switch to OFF, pushing either A/T Disengage switch, or a significant thrust difference along with control wheel roll input of 25 degrees or more, and flap position up through 15

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B. Moving the A/T Arm switch to OFF, pushing either A/T Disengage switch, or two seconds have elapsed since landing touchdown

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For a successful dual A/P approach, tune the second VHF NAV receiver to the ILS frequency and engage the second A/P in CMD prior to _______.
A. 1500 feet RA
B. 800 feet RA
C. G/S intercept

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B. 800 feet RA

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5
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Without FLARE armed by approximately 350 feet RA, _______________.
A. the master caution illuminates
B. a go-around is automatically initiated
C. both A/Ps automatically disengage

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C. both A/Ps automatically disengage

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A single channel A/P approach _________.
A. requires the autothrottles be turned off by 500 feet AGL
B. does not provide an A/P go-around
C. all answers are correct

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B. does not provide an A/P go-around

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7
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During an A/P go-around, the first push of either TO/GA switch commands the thrust to advance towards the reduced go-around N1 to producing 1000 to 2000 fpm rate of climb. The second push of either TO/GA switch
after A/T reaches reduced go around thrust ______________.
A. commands the A/T to advance to the fire wall
B. commands the A/T to advance to the full go-around N1 limit
C. disengages the A/Ts

A

B. commands the A/T to advance to the full go-around N1 limit

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AFS provides speed, pitch and thrust commands that will prevent exceeding the following limit speeds:
A. Vmo/Mmo, and minimum speed only
B. Vmo/Mmo, wing flap placards, landing gear placard only
C. Vmo/Mmo, wing flap placards, landing gear placard and minimum speed

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C. Vmo/Mmo, wing flap placards, landing gear placard and minimum speed

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9
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A flashing “A” in the IAS/MACH Display represents _______.
A. an overspeed
B. an underspeed
C. an autothrottle commanded speed

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B. an underspeed

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10
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If the Changeover (C/O) Switch is pressed, the following will occur: _______.
A. changes FMC speed to minimum safe speed
B. changes FMC speed to maximum safe speed
C. changes IAS/MACH display between IAS and MACH

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C. changes IAS/MACH display between IAS and MACH

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11
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What mode is engaged with the IAS/MACH Display blank? __________.
A. LVL CHG is engaged
B. V/S is engaged
C. VNAV mode is engaged

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C. VNAV mode is engaged

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12
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Pushing the N1 switch with the N1 light illuminated on the Mode Control Panel _______.
A. Deselects the autopilot
B. Deselects the autothrottles
C. Deselects N1 mode and extinguishes switch light

A

C. Deselects N1 mode and extinguishes switch light

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13
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Pushing the Command Engage (CMD ENGAGE) switch (A or B) ________.
A. engages the A/P, and displays CMD in the A/P status display
B. enables all command modes
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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14
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Pushing the Control Wheel Steering Engage (CWS ENGAGE) switch (A or B) ________.
A. engages the A/P, and displays CWS P and CWS R in the A/P status display
B. engages pitch and roll modes in CWS
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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15
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If the Autopilot Disengage (DISENGAGE) bar is pulled down, it _______.
A. disengages the CMD mode and reverts to CWS
B. disengages the A/Ts and the A/Ps
C. disengages both A/Ps

A

C. disengages both A/Ps

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16
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The control wheel Autopilot Disengage Switch, ________.
A. disengages the A/P, and a warning tone sounds
B. illuminates the flashing A/P disengage lights
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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17
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The control stand Autothrottle Disengage Switch, ________.
A. disengages the autothrottle, and trips the A/T ARM switch to OFF
B. illuminates the flashing A/T disengage lights
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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18
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The Stabilizer Out Of Trim (STAB OUT OF TRIM) light operates ________.
A. only with the autopilot disengaged
B. only with the autopilot engaged
C. all answers are correct

A

B. only with the autopilot engaged

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19
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The UPPER DISPLAY contains the N1 limit. This number is normally calculated by the________.
A. Captain
B. First Officer
C. FM

A

C. FM

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20
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An annunciation of - - - on the Thrust Mode Display would indicate ________.
A. the EEC is inoperative
B. the FMC is not computing thrust limit
C. TO/GA is active

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B. the FMC is not computing thrust limit

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21
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An illuminated Autothrottle Limit (A/T LIM) Indication indicates:
A. The A/T is using a degraded N1 thrust limit from the related FMC.
B. The A/T is using a degraded N1 thrust limit from the related EEC.
C. The A/T system is inoperative.

A

B. The A/T is using a degraded N1 thrust limit from the related EEC.

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22
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If the Stabilizer Out of Trim (STAB OUT OF TRIM) is illuminated, _____________.
A. the autopilot is disengaged
B. the autopilot is engaged
C. the autopilot is engaged or disengaged

A

B. the autopilot is engaged

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23
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______ FMC installation is onboard the B737-800.
A. dual
B. single
C. triple

A

A. dual

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24
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CDU’s and autothrottles are controlled by the _____ FMC with the FMC Source Select Switch in the NORMAL position.
A. left
B. right
C. center

A

A. left

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25
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Placing the FMC Source Select Switch to BOTH ON R selects the______ for all FMC operations. The ______ map will annunciate _______.
A. right FMC; Left; “FMC R”
B. right FMC; Right; “FMC L”
C. left FMC; Right; “FMC L”

A

A. right FMC; Left; “FMC R”

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26
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Do not engage autopilot below _____ on takeoff or missed approach:
A. 200 feet AGL
B. 500 feet AGL
C. 800 feet AGL

A

C. 800 feet AGL

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27
Q

The takeoff phase of the FMC begins with __________.
A. the selection of TO/GA
B. the advancement of the thrust levers
C. the selection of LNAV

A

A. the selection of TO/GA

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28
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The two VNAV descent modes are: ____________________.
A. path descent or speed descent
B. level change or vertical speed
C. all answers are correct

A

A. path descent or speed descent

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29
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To display the pages for data initialization or reference data, select the ______ key on the CDU.
A. INIT REF
B. MENU
C. ATC

A

A. INIT REF

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30
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The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to input or change origin, destination, or route.
A. RTE
B. MENU
C. LEGS

A

A. RTE

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31
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The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to input or change departure and arrival procedures.
A. DEP ARR
B. ATC
C. LEGS

A

A. DEP ARR

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32
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The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to create reference points on map display.
A. FIX
B. ATC
C. N1 Limit

A

A. FIX

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33
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The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to evaluate or modify lateral and vertical route data.
A. LEGS
B. PROG
C. FMC COMM

A

A. LEGS

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34
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The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to create holding patterns and show holding pattern data.
A. HOLD
B. PROG
C. FMC COMM

35
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to view dynamic flight and navigation data, including waypoint and destination ETAs, fuel remaining, and arrival estimates.
A. PROG
B. RTE
C. FIX

36
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to choose subsystems controlled by CDU.
A. MENU
B. N1 LIMIT
C. FIX

37
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the page to view or change N1 thrust limits.
A. N1 LIMIT
B. MENU
C. FIX

A

A. N1 LIMIT

38
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the previous page of related pages (for example, LEGS pages).
A. PREV PAGE
B. VNAV
C. FIX

A

A. PREV PAGE

39
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the next page of related pages (for example, LEGS pages).
A. ATC
B. NEXT PAGE
C. PROG

A

B. NEXT PAGE

40
Q

The ______ key on the CDU confirms data modification(s) to active status, and extinguishes the light.
A. EXEC
B. MENU
C. PROG

41
Q

When active data is modified but not executed, the ________ is illuminated white.
A. FMC P/RST
B. A/T P/RST
C. execute light

A

C. execute light

42
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the climb data page.
A. CLB
B. DES
C. PROG

43
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays the cruise data page.
A. DES
B. CRZ
C. CLB

44
Q

The ______ key on the CDU displays descent data.
A. CRZ
B. CLB
C. DES

45
Q

The aircraft’s sole source of attitude and heading information are the ______ , except for the standby attitude indicator and standby magnetic compass.
A. IRSs
B. GPSs
C. FMCs

46
Q

The IRS has begun the alignment process when the ______ light extinguishes and the ______ light illuminates.
A. DC FAIL; FAULT
B. ON DC; ALIGN
C. ON DC; FAULT

A

B. ON DC; ALIGN

47
Q

The navigation mode (including present position and ground speed outputs) is ________________ if IRS alignment is lost in flight.
A. is in standby for 5 minutes, then may be realigned
B. may be restored provided DC power is available
C. inoperative for the remainder of the flight

A

C. inoperative for the remainder of the flight

48
Q

Should either IRS fail, switch all associated systems to the functioning IRS by using the _________.
A. IRS transfer switch
B. FMC
C. display control selector

A

A. IRS transfer switch

49
Q

Should either VOR receiver fail, enable selection of the opposite VHF NAV receiver for display using the _______
A. IRS transfer switch
B. VHF NAV transfer switch
C. FMC

A

B. VHF NAV transfer switch

50
Q

Backup power to the _____ IRS is automatically terminated if ___ power is not restored within 5 minutes.
A. right; AC
B. right; DC
C. left; AC

A

A. right; AC

51
Q

Selecting the TK/GS position of the display selector on the IRS Display Unit displays present true track course in the left window and ___________ in the right window.
A. present ground speed
B. time to next fix
C. eta to destination

A

A. present ground speed

52
Q

Selecting the PPOS position of the display selector on the IRS Display Unit displays ____________.
A. present longitude
B. present latitude
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

53
Q

Selecting the WIND position on the IRS Display Unit displays ____________.
A. inflight true wind direction and speed
B. ground speed information
C. ground wind information

A

A. inflight true wind direction and speed

54
Q

Selecting the HDG/STS position of the IRS Display Unit displays true present heading in the left window. The right window displays ____________.
A. time to next fix
B. fuel remaining in pounds X 1000
C. applicable maintenance status codes

A

C. applicable maintenance status codes

55
Q

Selecting the left (L) or right (R) IRS on the System Display Selector on the IRS Display Unit selects _________.
A. power selection
B. master
C. Data Display

A

C. Data Display

56
Q

Selecting the OFF position of the IRS Mode Selector (Left or Right) results in ___________.
A. the respective system is rebooted after 5 minutes
B. respective IRS alignment is lost
C. after 30 seconds, placing the switch to NAV will realign the IRS in flight and regain navigation function

A

B. respective IRS alignment is lost

57
Q

The aircraft must be ________ when placing the IRS mode selector to ALIGN for initial alignment.
A. stationary
B. on the ground
C. straight and level

A

A. stationary

58
Q

After selecting the IRS mode selector to _________, the IRS provides full data to aircraft systems for normal operations.
A. NAV
B. ALIGN
C. ATT

59
Q

After selecting the IRS mode selector to _________, the IRS provides attitude and heading only.
A. NAV
B. ALIGN
C. ATT

60
Q

If an ALIGN Light on the Aft Overhead Panel flashes, it indicates that alignment cannot be completed due to IRS detection of __________.
A. a significant difference between previous and entered positions or an unreasonable present position entry
B. no present position being entered
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

61
Q

When the _______ light illuminates, a system fault affecting the related IRS ATT and/or NAV modes has been detected.
A. DC FAIL
B. ALIGN
C. FAULT

62
Q

When the _______ light illuminates, the DC power for the respective IRS is not normal.
A. DC FAIL
B. FAULT
C. ALIGN

A

A. DC FAIL

63
Q

The B737-800 has how many independent GPS receiver(s)?
A. THREE
B. ONE
C. TWO

64
Q

An amber illuminated GPS light indicates ______________.
A. standby GPS operation
B. failure of both GPS sensor units
C. GPS alignment is occurring

A

B. failure of both GPS sensor units

65
Q

An amber illuminated ILS light (as installed) indicates ______________.
A. standby ILS operation
B. failure of both ILS sensor units
C. ILS alignment is occurring

A

B. failure of both ILS sensor units

66
Q

An amber illuminated GLS (as installed) light indicates ______________.
A. failure of both GLS sensor units
B. standby GLS operation
C. GLS alignment is occurring

A

A. failure of both GLS sensor units

67
Q

Placing the 737 transponder selector to 1 selects ___________.
A. transponder No. 2
B. transponder No. 3
C. transponder No. 1

A

C. transponder No. 1

68
Q

The Air Traffic Control (ATC) Code Indicator is shown on the transponder and the code is set via what?
A. FMC
B. FMC or ROTATE knob
C. ROTATE knob

A

C. ROTATE knob

69
Q

If you place the Transponder Mode Selector to ALT RPTG OFF (altitude reporting off) this ___
A. operates the transponder with altitude reporting off until airborne
B. operates the transponder without altitude reporting
C. all answers are correct

A

B. operates the transponder without altitude reporting

70
Q

If you place the Transponder Mode Selector XPNDR (transponder) ________________.
A. operates the transponder with altitude reporting off until airborne
B. operates the transponder in ground mode
C. operates the transponder with altitude reporting

A

C. operates the transponder with altitude reporting

71
Q

If you push the Identification (IDENT) switch the Transponder Panel ________________.
A. transmits an identification signal
B. sends an emergency signal
C. tests the transponder on the ground

A

A. transmits an identification signal

72
Q

A transponder malfunction is indicated with ______
A. an illuminated transponder (XPNDR) FAIL light on the transponder panel
B. an illuminated master caution light along with the IRS system annunciator
C. an illuminated master caution light along with the IRS system annunciator only on recall

A

A. an illuminated transponder (XPNDR) FAIL light on the transponder panel

73
Q

Placing the altitude (ALT) SOURCE selector to 1 will enable ___________.
A. altitude reporting from air data computer No. 2
B. altitude reporting from AHRS No. 1
C. altitude reporting from air data computer No. 1

A

C. altitude reporting from air data computer No. 1

74
Q

Does the 737 weather radar automatically limit the detection of turbulence regardless of the selected range?
A. True
B. False

75
Q

A displayed magenta color on the radar indicates ___________ .
A. heavy turbulence
B. strong returns
C. hail

A

A. heavy turbulence

76
Q

A displayed red color on the radar indicates ___________ .
A. intense to extreme turbulence
B. strong returns, areas of heaviest rainfall
C. medium returns, moderate rainfall

A

B. strong returns, areas of heaviest rainfall

77
Q

A displayed yellow color on the radar indicates ___________ .
A. strong returns, areas of heaviest rainfall
B. intense to extreme turbulence
C. medium returns, moderate rainfall

A

C. medium returns, moderate rainfall

78
Q

A displayed green color on the radar indicates ___________ .
A. strong returns, areas of heaviest rainfall
B. light returns, light rainfall
C. intense to extreme turbulence

A

B. light returns, light rainfall

79
Q

If you push the WX/T (turbulence) switch on the weather radar, this display __________.
A. weather radar returns and turbulence
B. turbulence
C. weather radar returns

A

A. weather radar returns and turbulence

80
Q

If you push the WX switch on the weather radar, displays __________.
A. weather radar returns
B. weather radar returns and turbulence
C. turbulence

A

A. weather radar returns

81
Q

If you push the MAP switch on the weather radar, displays __________.
A. weather radar returns at selected gain level
B. traffic radar returns at selected gain level
C. ground returns at selected gain level

A

C. ground returns at selected gain level

82
Q

If you push the IDNT switch on the weather radar, __________.
A. identifies the operational weather radar
B. transmits an identification signal
C. suppresses ground return in WX and WX/T modes

A

C. suppresses ground return in WX and WX/T modes

83
Q

If you push the TEST switch on the weather radar, __________.
A. tests weather radar system operation without transmitting
B. if on the ground with the thrusts levers are not advanced for takeoff, tests the predictive windshear system
C. all answers are correct

A

C. all answers are correct

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