Recurrent period C Flashcards
Flight Controls - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 flight control system?
To control the aircraft’s control surfaces for stable flight by managing pitch, roll, and yaw.
Flight Controls - Direct: How does the fly-by-wire system benefit the 787’s flight control?
It allows computer-controlled adjustments of the control surfaces, improving precision and reducing pilot workload.
Flight Controls - Direct: What is a key component of the 787’s flight control system?
Flight control computers and electronic actuators.
Flight Controls - Fill: The flight control system on the 787 is responsible for controlling ___, ___, and ___.
__pitch__, __roll__, and __yaw__
Flight Controls - Fill: The 787 uses a ___ flight control system that relies on electronic signals rather than mechanical linkages.
__fly-by-wire__
Flight Controls - Fill: A computerized flight control system reduces pilot ___ during flight.
__workload__
Flight Controls - MC: Which of the following best describes the 787 flight control system? (A) Fully mechanical, (B) Hydraulic-only, (C) Fly-by-wire, (D) Cable-operated
Answer: C) Fly-by-wire
Flight Controls - MC: The primary purpose of the 787 flight control system is to: (A) Increase cabin pressure, (B) Control control surfaces for flight stability, (C) Manage fuel flow, (D) Provide electrical power
Answer: B) Control control surfaces for flight stability
Flight Controls - MC: Which component is essential to the 787 flight control system? (A) Flight control computers, (B) Fuel pumps, (C) APU, (D) Environmental sensors
Answer: A) Flight control computers
Flight Controls - TF: True or False: The 787 flight control system relies entirely on mechanical linkages.
False
Flight Controls - TF: True or False: A fly-by-wire system reduces pilot workload by automating control surface adjustments.
True
Flight Controls - TF: True or False: The flight control system on the 787 is integrated with the autopilot for enhanced performance.
True
Hydraulics - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 hydraulic systems?
To supply power to both the landing gear and the flight control components.
Hydraulics - Direct: How does the hydraulic system enhance the 787’s ground operations?
By providing power to actuators that move the landing gear and support flight control components.
Hydraulics - Direct: Which systems on the 787 are powered by the hydraulic systems?
Landing gear and flight control components.
Hydraulics - Fill: The 787’s hydraulic systems power the ___ and ___ components.
__landing gear__ and __flight control__
Hydraulics - Fill: Hydraulic pressure is generated by dedicated ___ pumps.
__hydraulic__
Hydraulics - Fill: The hydraulic system provides the necessary ___ for operating the landing gear and flight controls.
__actuation__
Hydraulics - MC: Which of the following is NOT powered by the 787 hydraulic systems? (A) Landing gear, (B) Brakes, (C) Flight control components, (D) None of the above
Answer: B) Brakes
Hydraulics - MC: The primary function of the hydraulic systems on the 787 is to: (A) Provide electrical power, (B) Operate landing gear and flight controls, (C) Monitor fuel flow, (D) Supply cabin air conditioning
Answer: B) Operate landing gear and flight controls
Hydraulics - MC: Hydraulic power on the 787 is generated by: (A) Engine bleed air, (B) Electric pumps only, (C) Hydraulic pumps, (D) Manual operation
Answer: C) Hydraulic pumps
Hydraulics - TF: True or False: The hydraulic systems on the 787 supply power to both the landing gear and flight control components.
True
Hydraulics - TF: True or False: The hydraulic systems on the 787 do not power the brakes.
True
Hydraulics - TF: True or False: The hydraulic systems operate independently of the electrical systems on the 787.
False
Landing Gear and Brakes - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 landing gear system?
To support the aircraft during takeoff, landing, and taxi operations.
Landing Gear and Brakes - Direct: What is the primary function of the 787 braking system?
To decelerate and stop the aircraft during landing and ground operations.
Landing Gear and Brakes - Direct: How are the brakes on the 787 actuated?
They are electrically actuated.
Landing Gear and Brakes - Fill: The landing gear system is responsible for ___ the aircraft during takeoff and landing.
__supporting__
Landing Gear and Brakes - Fill: The braking system on the 787 is controlled by ___ actuators.
__electric__
Landing Gear and Brakes - Fill: The primary function of the brakes is to ___ the aircraft during landing.
__decelerate__
Landing Gear and Brakes - MC: Which of the following best describes the actuation method of the 787 braking system? (A) Hydraulic, (B) Electric, (C) Pneumatic, (D) Manual
Answer: B) Electric
Landing Gear and Brakes - MC: The landing gear and brakes system on the 787 primarily serves to: (A) Support the aircraft on the ground and decelerate during landing, (B) Generate thrust during takeoff, (C) Manage fuel distribution, (D) Provide hydraulic power for flight controls
Answer: A) Support the aircraft on the ground and decelerate during landing
Landing Gear and Brakes - TF: True or False: The 787’s braking system is electrically actuated.
True
Landing Gear and Brakes - TF: True or False: The landing gear on the 787 is used exclusively during takeoff and landing.
False
Landing Gear and Brakes - TF: True or False: The 787’s braking system is powered by hydraulic pressure.
False
Fuel - Direct: How does the 787 fuel system contribute to aircraft balance?
By managing fuel distribution across multiple tanks to maintain an optimal center-of-gravity.
Fuel - Direct: Besides storage, what critical role does the fuel system play on the 787?
It ensures proper fuel delivery to the engines while contributing to center-of-gravity control.
Fuel - Direct: How does the fuel system support engine performance on the 787?
By providing a regulated fuel flow to the engines.
Fuel - Fill: The 787 fuel system is responsible for storing fuel and ensuring its ___ to the engines while maintaining proper balance.
__delivery__
Fuel - Fill: Proper fuel distribution is essential for maintaining the aircraft’s ___ during flight.
__center-of-gravity__
Fuel - Fill: The 787 fuel system includes multiple fuel ___ for safe storage.
__tanks__
Fuel - MC: Which of the following is NOT a function of the 787 fuel system? (A) Storing fuel, (B) Delivering fuel to the engines, (C) Balancing fuel distribution for center-of-gravity control, (D) Generating electrical power
Answer: D) Generating electrical power
Fuel - MC: The 787 fuel system plays a role in maintaining aircraft balance by: (A) Controlling fuel flow, (B) Managing fuel distribution, (C) Heating fuel, (D) Filtering fuel
Answer: B) Managing fuel distribution
Fuel - MC: Which component is part of the 787 fuel system? (A) Fuel tanks, (B) Cabin air compressors, (C) Flight control computers, (D) Hydraulic accumulators
Answer: A) Fuel tanks
Fuel - TF: True or False: Proper fuel distribution is critical for maintaining the 787’s center-of-gravity.
True
Fuel - TF: True or False: The fuel system does not influence the aircraft’s center-of-gravity.
False
Fuel - TF: True or False: Proper fuel delivery is critical for safe engine performance on the 787.
True
