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Recurrent period B Flashcards

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Automatic Flight - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 automatic flight system?

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To provide automated flight guidance by controlling altitude, heading, and airspeed.

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Automatic Flight - Direct: Which functions does the automatic flight system manage?

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It manages altitude, heading, and airspeed to maintain the flight path.

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Automatic Flight - Direct: How does the automatic flight system contribute to flight safety?

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By reducing pilot workload and ensuring stable flight performance.

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Automatic Flight - Fill: The 787 automatic flight system assists in maintaining ___, ___, and ___ during flight.

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__altitude__, __heading__, and __airspeed__

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Automatic Flight - Fill: The autopilot receives flight plan data from the ___ to maintain the intended route.

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__Flight Management System__

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Automatic Flight - Fill: Automatic flight control minimizes pilot workload by managing ___ automatically.

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__flight guidance__

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Automatic Flight - MC: Which of the following is a function of the 787 automatic flight system? (A) Fuel metering, (B) Automated flight guidance, (C) Cabin pressurization, (D) Hydraulic actuation

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Answer: B) Automated flight guidance

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Automatic Flight - MC: The 787 automatic flight system integrates which of the following components? (A) Autopilot computers, (B) Fuel pumps, (C) Hydraulic accumulators, (D) Air conditioning units

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Answer: A) Autopilot computers

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Automatic Flight - MC: The automatic flight system works in conjunction with the FMS to: (A) Manage cabin lighting, (B) Control the flight path, (C) Adjust engine thrust, (D) Monitor fuel flow

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Answer: B) Control the flight path

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Automatic Flight - TF: True or False: The 787 automatic flight system reduces pilot workload by automatically maintaining the flight path.

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True

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Automatic Flight - TF: True or False: The automatic flight system on the 787 relies solely on manual inputs.

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False

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Automatic Flight - TF: True or False: Integration of the automatic flight system with the FMS enhances flight efficiency.

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True

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Powerplant - Direct: What is one primary function of the 787 powerplant system?

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To generate thrust for flight using high-bypass turbofan engines.

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Powerplant - Direct: How does the 787 powerplant contribute to fuel efficiency?

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Through advanced engine technology and optimized performance.

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Powerplant - Direct: Which engine model is used on many 787 aircraft?

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The GEnx engine.

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Powerplant - Fill: The 787 powerplant is designed to deliver high ___ while optimizing fuel efficiency.

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__thrust__

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Powerplant - Fill: Engine performance on the 787 is managed by an advanced ___ control system.

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__electronic engine__

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Powerplant - Fill: The primary purpose of the powerplant is to generate the necessary ___ for flight.

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__thrust__

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Powerplant - MC: Which of the following best describes the 787 powerplant? (A) Turboprop, (B) High-bypass turbofan, (C) Rocket engine, (D) Piston engine

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Answer: B) High-bypass turbofan

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Powerplant - MC: The 787 powerplant system is primarily responsible for: (A) Providing cabin pressurization, (B) Generating thrust, (C) Operating the autopilot, (D) Managing hydraulic pressure

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Answer: B) Generating thrust

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Powerplant - MC: Which component is critical in controlling engine performance on the 787? (A) Electronic engine control system, (B) Hydraulic pump, (C) Fuel injector, (D) Air conditioning unit

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Answer: A) Electronic engine control system

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Powerplant - TF: True or False: The 787’s powerplant system only provides thrust and does not impact fuel efficiency.

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False

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Powerplant - TF: True or False: The 787 uses high-bypass turbofan engines.

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True

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Powerplant - TF: True or False: The powerplant system on the 787 is entirely manual.

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False

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Navigation - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 navigation system?

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To provide accurate positioning, route guidance, and situational awareness.

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Navigation - Direct: Which navigation aids are integrated into the 787 navigation system?

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GPS, inertial reference systems, and radio navigation aids.

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Navigation - Direct: How does the 787 navigation system enhance flight safety?

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By ensuring precise route tracking and real-time positional data.

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Navigation - Fill: The 787 navigation system provides accurate ___ and route guidance for safe flight.

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__positioning__

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Navigation - Fill: Primary navigation aids on the 787 include GPS, ___, and radio navigation aids.

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__inertial reference systems__

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Navigation - Fill: Navigation systems are critical for maintaining situational ___ during flight.

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__awareness__

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Navigation - MC: Which of the following is a key component of the 787’s navigation system? (A) Hydraulic accumulator, (B) Inertial reference system, (C) Cabin air compressor, (D) Fuel pump

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Answer: B) Inertial reference system

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Navigation - MC: The 787 navigation system integrates data from: (A) Weather radar, (B) GPS and inertial systems, (C) Engine sensors, (D) Fuel gauges

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Answer: B) GPS and inertial systems

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Navigation - MC: What is the primary purpose of the navigation system on the 787? (A) Managing cabin pressure, (B) Providing flight route information, (C) Controlling engine thrust, (D) Operating the APU

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Answer: B) Providing flight route information

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Navigation - TF: True or False: The 787 navigation system relies solely on GPS for positioning.

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Navigation - TF: True or False: Inertial reference systems are a key component of the 787 navigation system.

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Navigation - TF: True or False: The navigation system does not provide any route guidance information.

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Flight Management System - Direct: What is the primary function of the FMS on the 787?

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To plan, manage, and optimize the flight path using navigation and performance data.

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Flight Management System - Direct: How does the FMS integrate with the autopilot on the 787?

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It provides flight plan and performance data for automated flight control.

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Flight Management System - Direct: What type of data does the FMS process to assist pilots?

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Route, performance, and navigation data.

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Flight Management System - Fill: The FMS on the 787 is responsible for planning and managing the ___ during flight.

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__flight path__

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Flight Management System - Fill: The FMS integrates data from the navigation system to provide ___ calculations.

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__performance__

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Flight Management System - Fill: The FMS reduces pilot workload by automating ___ management.

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__flight plan__

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Flight Management System - MC: Which of the following best describes the role of the FMS on the 787? (A) Manual flight control, (B) Automated flight planning and performance optimization, (C) Cabin management, (D) Engine monitoring

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Answer: B) Automated flight planning and performance optimization

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Flight Management System - MC: The FMS works in conjunction with the autopilot to: (A) Control fuel flow, (B) Manage the flight path, (C) Adjust cabin temperature, (D) Monitor hydraulic pressure

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Answer: B) Manage the flight path

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Flight Management System - MC: Which type of data is processed by the FMS? (A) Route and performance data, (B) Weather data only, (C) Engine parameters only, (D) Passenger information

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Answer: A) Route and performance data

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Flight Management System - TF: True or False: The FMS on the 787 optimizes flight performance automatically.

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Flight Management System - TF: True or False: The FMS operates independently and does not integrate with other systems.

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Flight Management System - TF: True or False: The FMS reduces pilot workload by automating flight planning.

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Fire Protection - Direct: What is the primary purpose of the 787 fire protection system?

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To detect, alert, and suppress fires in critical areas of the aircraft.

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Fire Protection - Direct: Which areas are monitored by the 787 fire protection system?

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Engine compartments, cargo areas, and cabin areas.

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Fire Protection - Direct: How does the fire protection system enhance flight safety on the 787?

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By providing early warning and automated suppression responses.

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Fire Protection - Fill: The primary function of the fire protection system is to detect and ___ fires in critical areas.

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__suppress__

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Fire Protection - Fill: Fire protection systems on the 787 monitor areas such as engine compartments and ___ areas.

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Fire Protection - Fill: The fire protection system provides an early ___ to alert the crew in case of a fire.

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__warning__

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Fire Protection - MC: Which of the following best describes the function of the 787 fire protection system? (A) Cabin pressurization, (B) Fire detection and suppression, (C) Navigation, (D) Fuel management

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Answer: B) Fire detection and suppression

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Fire Protection - MC: The fire protection system on the 787 monitors which of the following areas? (A) Engine compartments, (B) Cargo areas, (C) Cabin areas, (D) All of the above

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Answer: D) All of the above

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Fire Protection - MC: Which component is critical in the fire protection system for detecting fires? (A) Smoke detectors, (B) Hydraulic sensors, (C) Air conditioning units, (D) Flight directors

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Answer: A) Smoke detectors

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Fire Protection - TF: True or False: The 787 fire protection system is designed to both detect and suppress fires.

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Fire Protection - TF: True or False: The fire protection system provides an early warning to the crew in case of a fire.

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Fire Protection - TF: True or False: The fire protection system is not integrated into the aircraft’s monitoring systems.

787 recurrent (8 decks)

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