Storm Scope Flashcards
Where is the antenna for the Stormscope located?
Underside of the aircraft
What symbol is displayed for lightning strikes and what symbol is displayed for the storm cells?
Cells:+ Strikes: x
Does the stormscope continue to detect and process strike information to display even when stormscope is not selected on the MFD?
Yes
How often does the stormscope provide updated information?
Every 2 sec
What is the maximum distance at which stormscope can detect electrical charges?
200 Nm
What component updates the MFD for stormscope operation?
Stormscope Processor
Can both STRM CELL and STRM STRK be used with all map modes and scales?
Yes
What is the maximum number of lightning strikes thay can be displayed on the MFD?
128
What is the maximum period that strike symbols are continuously displayed?
3 minutes
On what page on the CDU can you initaite a STRIKE TEST?
STORM MAINTENANCE
What symbol represents lightning strikes on the MFD?
X
What does the advisory STORM FAIL indicate?
Fatal error during self test
On the MFD OVLY1 what are your selections for Storm Scope?
STRM, STRM STRIKE, STRM CELL
What does the advisory STORM TEST FAIL indicate?
FAILED BIT
In Strike Test Mode, test strike generated by the stormscope processor must appear in the acceptance box to pass the test?
Yes
Strike symbols are removed after how long?
3 min
On what page on the CDU can you select NOISE MONITOR mode?
STORM MAINT
How are storm cells represented on the MFD?
+
Which control layer must be selected to turn on/off the Stormscope?
OVLY 1
What components make up the Stormscope system?
Processor and antenna
Power is provided to the Stormscope system through the what?
2 DC Bus
Where is the Stormscope circuit breaker located?
2 PDP
Where is the Stormscope processor located?
Left Side FWD Cabin
In what order are strikes removed from the MFD display?
First in/ First Out
