Systems 2 - Electrical system Flashcards
What type of electricity does the batteries provide
DC
What type of electricity does the generators provide
AC
The numbers in the circut breakers indicate?
The amount of amps that can flow through them
What is the only way the DC primary busses can be provided with power:
AC power converted to DC
In case of no AC power is converted to DC for the primary bus, what will happen in the engines?
Eng anti ice opens
Blade de-ice require how many generators to provide enough power?
2
Can the windshield antit-ice and backup pump be operated at the same time?
No - Backup pump will take priority
GCU is short for?
Generator Control Units
On ground, at what NG will the GCU take the Generator offline?
What is the % when in flight?
On ground 93-95%
In flight 85%
Which busses can the battery supply?
DC essential bus
Battery bus
Battery utility bus
the No. 1 Generater normally powers what?
1 AC PRI BUS
AC REF BUS
1 Converter
the No. 2 Generater normally powers what?
2 AC PRI BUS
1 Converter
How long can you fly on the alternate bearing the the generator?
10 hours
If GEN BRG Caut appear for over ___ min, a writeup is required
1
NOTE: If a converter fails, do not turn off the corresponding _____
Battery