THS / Flaps/Slats / Speedbrake/Spoilers - Rev 04 Flashcards
How is the THS normally operated in flight?
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The flight control computers control trim functions automatically
If NO hydraulic power is available can the THS be positioned?
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No - the THS requires hydraulic power from the Green or Yellow systems
If a complete flight control computer failure occurs can the THS be positioned?
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Yes, mechanical trimming is possible by manually positioning the Pitch Trim Wheel
Can you move the PITCH trim wheel if all systems are working normally?
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Manual inputs have priority over computer inputs. The autopilot will disconnect.
What happens to the THS when the aircraft enters Ground Mode?
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The trim automatically resets to zero (inside the green band)
With only Green hydraulic system pressure available, will both the flaps and slats operate?
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Yes, at 1/2 speed
What system prevents Flap or Slat asymmetry?
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Wing Tip Brakes (WTB)
What causes the WTBs to activate?
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ROAM
Runaway (Move handle to 1, all go to 3)
Overspeed (Flap jack screw breaks)
Asymmetry (Both on one side move farther)
Movement (Never touch handle, ALL just move)
If the WTB activates due to a flap asymmetry can the slats still operate?
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Yes, only flap operation is inhibited
How may Slat/Flap Control Computers (SFCC) are installed?
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2
What would occur if one SFCC failed?
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The slats and flaps would continue to operate, but at half speed
What flap/slat configurations correspond to position 1 on the FLAPS lever and how do they differ?
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a. CONF 1+F is used for takeoff and provides both slats (position 1) + flaps
b. CONF 1 is used in-flight and is slats only
What is Alpha Lock?
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This function inhibits retracting slats from 1 to 0 at a high angle of attack or low airspeed
When the FLAP legend appears in cyan on the upper ECAM display what is indicated?
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Flaps/slats in transit
What happens to the ailerons when the flaps are extended?
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The ailerons droop 5°