Systems Review Flashcards
What is the minimum battery voltage required for normal operations?
22.5V
After turning BATT 1 & 2 to ON and AUTO in the Safety and Power Up Checklist, you notice that display unit 1, 2 and 3 are powered. What should you do?
Call Maintenance
You arrive to the airplane for an early morning departure. After establishing AC power, you see that the ATIS is reporting an OAT of -20 degrees Celsius. You notice that your PFDs are displaying airspeed information and you have an AFCS FAULT message on EICAS. Should you immediately call maintenance?
No, follow the ADSP procedure in the SOPM for frozen contamination removal.
What visual indications signify an acceptable fire system test?
6 red overhead lights (2 engine fire handles, Fwd and Aft Cargo Smoke
Buttons, APU Fire Button, APU Emergency Stop)
5 red EICAS messages (“ENG 1/2 FIRE”,” APU FIRE”, “CRG FWD/AFT
SMOKE”).
2 glareshield warning lights, and 2 “FIRE” icons on the ITT gauges
2 audible warnings (Master Warning Triple Chime, Fire Bell)
While performing the external inspection, the APU suddenly shuts down and you notice smoke coming out of the tail cone. It takes you 60 seconds to get from the rear of the aircraft, up the jet bridge, and back to the flight deck. Once in the flight deck, what do you expect to see?
The APU Fire Extinguishing button illuminated red.
You are sitting at the gate with a GPU powering the aircraft. The GPU suddenly comes unplugged, what should you do?
Power down the aircraft using the Leaving the Airplane Checklist then power back up using the Safety and Power Up Checklist.
On the Safety and Power Up Checklist, what does the SOPM say to check prior to initiating the fire system test?
No fire protection fail messages are displayed on the EICAS
What will you do if the electrical portion of the flight control PBIT is interrupted?
You may continue as long as “FLT CTRL BIT EXPIRED” message is not displayed
What will interrupt the hydraulic portion of the flight control PBIT
Flight Control Movement
On a winter morning in Calgary, you arrive in a cold soaked airplane. The hydraulic resrvior temp is -19C. What are your options to get home?
Accomplish a Hydraulic System Warm-Up
On the Status Page, if the crew oxygen indicator is _____, sufficient oxygen is available for up to 3 flight deck members. If the crew oxygen indicator is ______, sufficient oxygen is available for ONLY 2 flight deck members.
Green, Cyan
Where does a passenger with an infant in arms need to be seated?
Either Side
The CLR indicates there is a live animal in the cargo. Where does it have to go?
The animal must be placed in the forward cargo compartment.
What are the Cargo Limitations?
FWD 3,306 lbs and AFT 2535 lbs
Can a DC GPU be used as a substitute for both batteries to start the APU?
NO
The Engine Abnormal Engine Start woudl be found in what section of the QRH?
Non-Annunciated
What would cause a red light for the tug driver prior to pushback?
The external steering disengage switch in the engaged position
While the First Officer is performing a cross-bleed start, what is the minimum duct pressure required?
40PSI
During cold weather operations if no oil pressure indication is displayed by the time idle RPM is achieved, what is the appropriate response?
Perform and immediate shutdown
According to the QRH, what consideration must be made in regards to a singe engine taxi with Engine #2?
Trun HYD ELEC PUMP 1 ON
During an engine start with a tailwind there is no positive N1 increase before starter cutout. What is the appropriate action?
Perform the ENGINE ABNORMAL START memory item
If you decide to dry motor an engine after abnormal start, how long must you wait between the dry motor and the second start attempt?
5 min
After starting Engine #1 with the APU still running what source is powering the electrical system?
Both IDG 1 and the APU generator
What is the AC electrical priority?
Onside > Inside > Outside > Cross Side
After engine start you turn the APU knob to OFF only to realize that you need it for takeoff performance. Do you need to wait for the 1 min cool down period to restart the APU.
NO
If there is no ITT indication within _____ after engine start, the start should be manually aborted.
30 sec
After starting engine #1, the Captain calls “Flaps 2, APU off, Flight Control Check”. What EICAS message should you be aware of before completing the After Start Checklist flow?
FLT CTRL TEST IN PROG
If performing the flight controls check with one engine operating, checking one surface at a time will avoid what message?
FLT CONTROL NO DISPATCH
A “FLT CTRL TEST IN PROG” message will appear after starting engine #1 and after the parking brake is released. What does it indicate?
The hydraulic portion of the flight control PBIT is in progress
If deicing is anticipated, what do you do after start?
The after start checklist will be deferred until after deicing is complete.
The APU shutdown can only be performed after the confirmation of power transfer. What are two ways to confirm this transfer.
1) View the Electrical Synoptic Page
2) Wait 30 sec after N2 stabilizes
Which engine is recommended to be started for a single engine taxi and why?
Engine #1. Hydraulic ACMP 2 will automatically come on with the left engine running, parking brake off, and the knob in AUTO
When should you not single engine taxi?
1) Ramp/Taxiway Surface Contamination
2) Taxi time to/from a runway is <5 min
3) Airport-specific regulations prohibit single engine taxi
During a cross-bleed engine start where do you verify duct pressrue?
Status Page
How long do you have to start the engine after moving the START/STOP selector from STOP to RUN?
30sec or you have to reset the system (STOP>RUN>START)
What is an operational difference with carbon brakes?
Carbon brakes wear less than steel brakes when operated at high temperatures and fewer applications
Which hydraulic system powers the nosewheel steering?
2
What system configurations does the “TAKEOFF OK” aural not verify?
Parking Brake, Flaps, Spoilers, Pitch Trim
If the Ice Protection switch is in AUTO and the system is selected OFF in the MCDU, when is the earliest the ice protection system will come on?
1,700ft AGL or 2 min after liftoff, whichever occurs first
After runway heading verification while in position, the Captain arms the auto throttles and both pilots should silently verify the correct modes are displayed in the FMA. What should be displayed?
White TO (bottom left A/T field), Green ROLL (upper lateral filed) and Green TO (upper vertical field)
During the Before Takeoff Checklist below the line, the FO notices the brake temps are amber. Can you depart?
No, we cannot depart with amber brake temp indications.
With the thrust levers at TOGA when will ATTCS command RSV thrust?
1) Difference between both engine N1 values are greater than 15%
2) One engine failure during takeoff or go-around
3) Windshear Detection
What is the job of the PTU?
The PTU assists landing gear retraction and extension, should the right engine or right EDP fail.
On takeoff, when do the auto-throttles engage?
When thrust levers are beyond 50 degrees TLA
On takeoff you encounter windshear and the thrust raging has changed to TOx-RSV. Is the PF required to move the thrust levers to the MAX position?
YES to get GA RSV
During takeoff, you exprience an engine failure at V1. You accomplish the actions and callouts per the SOPM. At acceleration altitude (1000ft AFE) and reaching VFS you call “Continuous, Bank Off”. How do you set singe engine thrust to continuous?
Press the TRS button on the MCDU, select CON.
LNAV may be armed on the ground prior to takeoff?
TRUE
After takeoff you are unable to move the gear handle? When should you use the “DN LOCK REL” button?
When needed to retract the landing gear for obstacle clearance
In response to the PF saying “Check Thrust” what should the PM verify prior to saying “Thrust Checked”?
1) N1 has reached N1 target
2) ATTCS is Green
3) Engine parameter are normal
While hand flying a departure, you feel an unusual amount of nose up pressure and suspect runaway trim. What should you do?
AP/Disc Button - PRESS AND HOLD
Pitch Trim Systems 1 and 2 Cutout Button - PUSH IN
After takeoff you observe “AI WING VLV OPEN” status message. What does this likely mean?
This is a normal test after every takeoff 10 min or 10,000ft
Someone is attempting to gain access to the cockpit using the EMERG ENTRY pushbutton on the door control panel in the cabin. How much time do you have to press the INHIB button before the door unlocks? How long would it lock out if pushed?
30sec
500 sec
In the event of an engine fire or other sever malfunction, the only way to shut off the engine shutoff valve is using the
Engine fire extinguishing handels
During the “Climb Sequence” what is the flap retraction schedule for a flaps 2 takeoff?
Retract flaps using the F-Bug
What is the most likely meaning of an EICAS message with a chevron next to it?
Addressing this item first will likely clear other related messages
What is the Reversion Logic for the Captain? FO?
CP - 1 / 3 / 2
FO - 2 / 3 / 1
Is it possible to have a “Fuel 1(2) Low Level” EICAS warning message with more than 660 lbs in the tank?
YES collector tank be partially empty
If you change your cruise altitude what do you need to do?
Enter new cruise altitude in the MCDU for the pressurization to work properly
If you have a dual ice detector failure, you will lose anti-ice protection
False - Manual Activation Still Works
What is the active autothrottle mode in cruise?
SPDe
While cruising at FL410 you get a master caution light and “PACK 1 FAIL” EICAS message. The associated QRH procedure was unsuccessful in restoring the pack. What is the maximum altitude you may cruise at?
FL310
Under what conditions will the FADEC shut down the APU in flight?
Underspeed
FADEC critical fault
Overspeed
In the manual pressurization mode which statement is true when you push the DUMP button?
Recirculation Fans OFF
PACKS OFF
In an electrical emergency with the RAT deployed, which electric fuel pumps are operational?
1) Engine Driven Pumps
2) AC Pump 2
3) DC Pump
In a dual engine failure situation in the QRH will direct you to select the XFEED to LOW 1. Why?
To ensure that AC Pump 2 is on the fuel can be supplied to either engine.
What is the Stabilizer Trim Priority logic?
Backup, Captain, FO, FCM
When will the passenger oxygen masks automatically deploy and how long will they provide oxygen?
Cabin Altitude between 14,000 and 14,750 ft
12 min
If a fuel imbalance develops, how should you correct the abnormality?
Cross-feed fuel by selecting the low side with the XFEED knob
If you believe you have a non-annunciated cargo fire in flight how many time will you need to push the button for both bottles? Ground?
2 Flight
3 Ground
What is the max APU start altitude?
FL300
With APU off, what happens if both IDGs fail?
1) The batteries power the DC ESS BUSES and the STANDBY AC BUS visa the inverter druing the 8 second RAT deployment
2) RAT auto deploys and after 8 seconds supplies power to the AC ESS BUS
3) Once the RAT deploys, DC ESS BUSES are powered through the ESS TRU
What is the max turbulence penetration speed?
270/.76 above 10,000ft
250 below 10,000ft
What does DES NOW do on the MCDU
1000FPM down until intercepting the desired path
What does the green dot on the PFD airspeed tape represent
Indicates the drift down speed when flaps are up, and the ideal flap extension speed for the current aircraft weight
In an electrical emergency, how long are the batteries capable of supplying essential systems to the airplane?
10 min
What consideration should be given during an approach with the EICAS message “STALL PROT ICE SPEED” displayed?
Reference Green Dot, It automatically adjusts for icing conditions
How do you calculate Vap
Ref + 1/2 wind + gust factor
How do you get to the backup radio.
MCDU 2, MENU button, LSK 4L
Which vertical modes use SPD E
FLCH and OVSPD
What needs to be selected to automatically transition from FMS to ILS with preview needles selected?
APP
What not considered stabilized approach?
Non-transient deviations below 500ft