Warning systems Flashcards
EFIS/EICAS Interface Unit (EIU) selector in AUTO, what is the sequence of EIU selection?
L, C, R
What are the three different types of EICAS messages that can be displayed?
Alert, Memo, Status
How many EIUs are installed?
3
What are the three priority levels of EICAS Alert messages?
Warning, Caution, Advisory
The cyan STATUS cue on the primary EICAS display is inhibited when?
- From Engine start to 30 minutes after liftoff
or - If Secondary Engine Exceedance cue is displayed.
With the transponder mode selector in TA/RA and the TCAS traffic display selected ON with the EFIS TFC switch, what is the cyan TCAS mode annunciation on the ND prior to takeoff?
TFC with TA ONLY below
Prior to takeoff CPT has TERR selected on ND while FO has WXR selected for his ND. During takeoff roll at 80 kts a PWS warning is detected ahead of the the aircraft. What is displayed on the CPT ND?
Only the red warning annunciation WINDSHEAR is displayed on the ND
TCAS information is not available in which ND mode?
PLAN
During takeoff, when are Caution Alerts inhibited?
80 kts
During takeoff, when are PWS warnings inhibited?
100 kts
What are the three types of EICAS messages on the -400?
Alert, memo, status
During takeoff, when are Warning Alerts inhibited?
V1
How long will the Alert message CONFIG message remain displayed?
The CONFIG message remains displayed until:
- The airplane is configured for a normal takeoff
or
- Until engine 2 and 3 thrust is decreased below takeoff range and airspeed is less than V1.
Proximate traffic is another aircraft that is neither a RA nor a TA but is within ___ NM and ___ feet vertically.
6NM, 1200feet
All EICAS status messages are listed in the dispatch deviation guide and provide a cross reference to what document for dispatch capability?
The Minimum Equipment List (MEL)
Which ND modes will not display TCAS messages and TCAS traffic symbols?
VOR centered, approach centered, or plan
During the takeoff roll but prior to 80 kts, how can an advisory alert message be distinguished from a caution alert message?
No aural associated with advisory message
In the landing configuration, the dotted amber colored terrain display indicates a terrain altitude of ___ feet below to ___ feet above aircraft altitude?
250, 2000
On takeoff the immediate windshear warning WINDSHEAR WINDSHEAR WINDSHEAR is active when?
Rotation until 1500’ RA
Immediately after takeoff and above 400’ RA the WX radar indicates a PWS symbol 2 NM directly in front of the aircraft. What owuld the PWS alert voice annunciate?
MONITOR RADAR DISPLAY
During descent and approach, PWS alerts are enabled at what altitude?
1200’ RA
The EICAS caution message ENG FAIL is inhibited when?
On the ground until liftoff
Which improper configurations would trigger a takeoff configuration warning?
Stab trim not in the takeoff range, flaps not in takeoff position, body gear not centered, parking brake set, or speedbrake lever not in DN detent
What conditions will generate an Immediate Windshear Warning?
Excessive downdraft or excessive tailwind is occurring
What other indication will be present when an EICAS Caution Alert message displays?
Master Caution Light with aural beeper
What priority of EICAS Alert message can be displayed without any other associated indications?
Advisory
What do EICAS Memo messages indicate?
Crew reminders of certain flight crew selected normal conditions.
The EICAS
Status cue. (¥¥¥¥)
is inhibited when?
- By the Secondary Engine Exceedence cue,
and - After engine start until 30 minutes after takeoff.
What do EICAS Status messages indicate?
Equipment faults which affect airplane dispatch capability.
Immediate windshear alerting is part of what system?
EGPWS
What are the cockpit indication of a PWS warning during approach below 1200’ RA?
- PWS symbol and radials on both NDs
and - WINDSHEAR displayed on both NDs in red
and - Master Warning Light illuminated.
Immediate windshear altering is active during approach from 1500’ RA to what point?
10’ RA
What EICAS Alert messages cannot be cancelled and removed from the display?
Warning messages
What are the cockpit indication of an Immediate Windshear Warning?
- Master Warning Lights illuminated
and - WINDSHEAR displayed on both PFDs.
PWS alerting is part of what system?
Weather radar
When is PWS automatically activated after takeoff?
- Thrust Lever 2 or 3 is in the takeoff range.
and
- WXR switch is ON.
How long after activation are PWS alerts enabled for takeoff?
12 seconds
On approach, when is PWS activated?
2,300 RA
On approach, once activated, when is PWS enabled?
1200’ RA
What are the cockpit indication of a PWS caution?
- PWS symbol and radials on both NDs,
and
- WINDSHEAR displayed on both NDs in amber.
What are the cockpit indications of a PWS warning during takeoff below 1200’ RA?
Aural alert
- “Windshear Ahead, Windshear Ahead”
and
- PWS symbol and radials on both NDs.
Immediate windshear alerting is active during takeoff from rotation until what point?
1500’ RA
What are the EICAS alert priority levels?
Warning, caution and advisory
The Predictive Windshear warning is inhibited on takeoff at what speed?
100 kts
