Position and Warning System Flashcards
What is the purpose of a brake anti-skid system?
To permit effective braking throughout the landing roll, regardless of runway conditions. .
What does an anti-skid warning light indicate?
The “anti-skid “ warning fight indicates that the system is turned off or there is a system failure.
What type of warning devices are usually provided for retractable landing gear?
A red light or an aural device.
When does the aural device operate in a landing gear warning system?
When the throttle is retarded and the landing gear is in any position other than down and locked.
What type of position indicators are normally used to indicate that the landing gear is down and locked?
Normally there is a green light for each gear.
Which positions of retractable landing gear normally have a position indicator?
The up and locked position and the down and locked position.
When should you check landing gear switches, lights, warning horn, or buzzer for proper operation?
During a landing gear retraction check.
How does a takeoff warning horn differ from a landing gear warning horn?
The takeoff horn is intermittent, whereas the landing gear warning is continuous.
What items may cause a takeoff warning horn to operate in a typical transport jet aircraft?
If the throttles are advanced and any of the following conditions exist the takeoff warning horn will sound. 1. Speed brakes not down. 2. Flaps not in the takeoff range. 3. Auxiliary power exhaust door open. 4. Stabilizer not in the takeoff setting.
