1How many engine driven generators?
Rating?
2 IDG's (Integrated Drive Generators)
115 vAC, 400 Hz, 40 kVA
2What kind of APU?
Rating?
Sundstrand APS 2300
115 vAC, 400 Hz, 40 kVA
3What is the RAT (Ram Air Turbine) rated at?
115 vAC, 400Hz, 15 kVA
4What is the normal AC electrical priority?
-Onside (IDG)
-Inside (APU)
- Outside (GPU)
-Cross-Side (Opposite IDG)
5What Bus is powered by the RAT (Ram Air Turbine)?
Only AC ESS Bus
6When does the RAT automatically deploy?
If both AC buses lose power inflight (electrical emergency)
7What are SPDA's and what do they do?
(Secondary Power Distribution Assemblies)
-Electrical load mgmt unit
-Receives power from ICC's
-Distributes power according to system logic
8What are ICC's?
What do they do?
(Integrated Control Center)
-4 installed in various electronic bays
-Collect & confirm power is safe
-Sends power to SPDA's
9What is on DC Hot Bus 1?
-Eng 1A/2A Fire Extinguisher
-Eng Fuel Shutoff Valve 1
-Hyd Shutoff Valve 1
-Eng 1 oil level indication
-Courtesy/Service Lights
-DC Ceiling Lights
10What is on DC Hot Bus 2?
-Eng 1B/2B Fire Extinguisher
-Eng Fuel Shutoff Valve 2
-Hyd Shutoff Valve 2
-Eng 2 oil level indication
-CMC (Central Maint. Computer)
-Panel Refuel
-Water & Waste System
11How many networks make up the electrical system on the airplane? Why?
-2 independent networks
-Redundancy and fault isolation
12What happens if a power generating source fails?
-Bus ties automatically connect to provide no system degradation
13What components power the AC system?
-2 Integrated Drive Generators (IDG)
-Auxilliary Power Unit (APU)
-Inverter
-Ram Air Turbine (RAT)
-AC GPU receptacle
14How many engine driven generators?
Rating?
2 IDG's (Integrated Drive Generators)
115 vAC, 400 Hz, 40 kVA
15How does the IDG maintain a stable power output?
A constant speed drive (CSD) attaches the IDG to the accessory gear box
16What monitors and controls the IDG's?
Each has a generator control unit (GCU)
17Can one IDG supply the entire electrical system?
Yes
18How many engine driven generators?
Rating?
2 IDG's (Integrated Drive Generators)
115 vAC, 400 Hz, 40 kVA
19If an IDG is manually disconnected, can it be reconnected by the flight crew?
No. This is a maintenance function
20What is the primary purpose of the AC generators?
-To power the AC busses and AC ESS Bus
which...
-Power the 3 Transformer Rectifier Units (TRU's) 1,2 & ESS
21What is the purpose of the TRU's?
To convert 115VAC to 28VDC
22Can the APU replace a failed IDG?
Yes
23How do you know a GPU is connected and ready to provide electricity?
-GPU button displays AVAIL
-GPU icon displayed on synoptic page
-Once GPU button pushed in IN USE is displayed
24What does it mean when the GPU AVAIL light is illuminated in the cockpit and the outside GPU panel displays IN USE outside?
The ground service bus is being powered by the GPU even though cockpit GPU button has not been pushed in.
25If the airplane is using the GPU and the APU is started, what should the pilot be sure to do?
Remember to deselect the GPU button before the next GPU connection
26What is on the AC STANDBY BUS?
Eng exciters 1A and 2A
27How long will the aircraft's batteries last with no recharging?
approx. 10 minutes
28What happens if while on the GPU you then start an engine?
The respective IDG takes priority over the GPU and will now power it's side of the network while the GPU continues to power the other side.
29What is the purpose of the DC GPU receptacle?
-For APU start when batteries <22.5 VDC or
-If battery temp is <20 degrees Celsius
30What is the min battery temp for APU start?
-20 degrees Celsius
31What is the min battery voltage to close the battery bus-ties?
18 volts
32What battery is used for the APU start?
-BATT 2 powers the APU start bus
-BATT 1 powers the FADEC & EICAS for monitoring
33What is the purpose of the inverter?
Converts 28VDC from the batteries to 115VAC to power the AC STANDBY BUS when an AC source is not available.
34What powers the Refueling and Defueling panel?
Powered by BATT 2 or DC Buses
35What powers the Ram Air Turbine (RAT)?
Airflow turns the RAT propeller which spins the generator turbine inside.
36When will the RAT deploy?
-Automatically deploys if AC Busses are not powered
OR
-Manually by pilot
37How long after deployment before the RAT will supply power?
approx. 8 seconds
38Is there a total loss of power during the gap between RAT deployment and when it produces useful electrical power?
No. Batteries supply power to the DC ESS Busses and AC Standby Bus
39What does the RAT power?
ESS Busses
40What is min. airspeed for the RAT? What happens if speed drops below that value?
-130 KIAS or else
-Load shedding occurs below this speed
41When is the RAT icon displayed on the electrical synoptic page?
When the RAT is deployed
42What manages the electrical system?
-4 Integrated Control Centers (ICC's)
-2 Secondary Power Distribution Assemblies
(SPDA's)
43What is an ICC?
An electrical control device which provides power distribution and protection for electrical loads.
44What is an SPDA?
An electrical load-management unit powered by the ICC's that distributes electrical loads to aircraft systems according to distribution logic.
45Can the flight crew reset the ICC and SPDA remote electronic CB's?
-ICC CB's can only be reset by Maintenance
-SPDA CB's can be reset bia the MCDU
46What is the purpose of the fuel collector box?
-Keeps fuel pumps submerged
-Ensures constant fuel flow to respective engine
47How many fuel pumps do we have on the EJET?
-2 engine driven
-2 ejector
-6 scavenge
-2 AC electric
-1 DC electric
48Where are the fuel ejector pumps located?
In the collector tanks
49Which pumps provide motive flow to the ejector pumps and are the primary fuel source to the engine?
The engine driven pumps
50What is the purpose of the fuel crossfeed?
-Allows fuel to both engines from one tank
-Used to correct fuel imbalance
51What powers the Refueling and Defueling panel?
Powered by BATT 2 or DC Buses
52How many fuel tanks does the airplane have?
2 integral tanks
53Where is fuel tank temp taken?
Left wing tank (-40 C min)
54What types of fuel pumps are in each wing?
-Primary ejector pump
-ACMP
-DCMP (right tank only)
-3 scavenge ejector pumps
55What is the Primary ejector pump?
-Venturi pump with no moving parts and no electrical power
-Powered by motive flow only
56What is the purpose of the ACMP?
-Back-up pump in case primary ejector pump fails
-Engine start
-Crossfeed operations
57What is the purpose of the DCMP?
Used for APU or eng start if AC power or the ACMP is not available.
58What is the purpose of the scavenge pumps?
Maintains fuel level in the collector box
59What pump is used once an engine is started?
Associated primary ejector pump
60What is the surge/vent tank?
-Collects fuel during wing-down maneuvers and returns it to the main tanks once the wings are level
-Equalizes tank pressure with atmosphere in flight and during refueling
61Can fuel be transferred from tank-to-tank or be dumped overboard?
No
62What happens when the crossfeed switch is selected to LOW 1?
-Crossfeed valve is opened
-Commands the ACMP 2 to "ON" to provide fuel from the right tank to both engines
63What is the only way to close the engine fuel SOV?
Pull the associated engine fire extinguishing handle
64When will the FUEL 1(2) LO LEVEL EICAS be presented?
660 lb. of fuel remaining in the associated tank
65How many different ways can fuel be supplied to the APU?
-DC Fuel Pump (tank 2)
-AC Fuel Pump (tank 2)
-Tank 2 ejector pump
-Tank 1 ejector pump via X-Feed
-Tank 1 AC Fuel Pump via X-Feed
66What airplane systems have fire detection and protection?
-Engines
-APU
-Cargo Compartments
-Lavatories
67Are the cockpit and cabin protected from fire?
-Yes
-Cockpit 1 hand-held Halon fire extinguisher
-Cabin 3 hand-held Halon fire extinguishers (1 fwd & 2 aft)
-Cabin 1 hand-held Water fire extinguisher
68How are the engines and APU protected from fire?
-Engines 2 Halon fire bottles
-APU 1 Halon fire bottle dedicated to the APU only
69Can both engine fire bottles be used for one engine if needed?
Yes
70What is the power source for engine and APU fire detection and protection?
-Engine Detection DC ESS
-Engine Protection HOT BATT
-APU Detection DC ESS
-APU Protection DC ESS
71Describe the engine and APU fire detection system?
-Engine 8 pneumatic fire detectors (2 loops) per engine
-APU 2 pneumatic fire detectors (2 loops)
72What happens when an engine fire handle is pulled?
-Closes engine fuel SOV
-Closes engine Hydraulic SOV
-Closes engine Bleed SOV
73What is an indication of an APU fire?
-Fire Bell
-Red stripe in the EMER STOP button
-APU FIRE is displayed on the EICAS
74Will the APU automatically shut down if a fire is detected?
Only on the ground
75What happens if the APU EMER STOP button is pushed after a fire has been detected?
-APU shuts off immediately without a 1-minute cool-down
-APU fuel SOV closes
-APU FIRE EXTG button illuminates
76What happens if the APU EMER STOP button is not pushed after a fire has been detected?
After one minute the APU FIRE EXTG button illuminates
77Will the APU fire extinguisher automatically discharge?
No
78How many smoke detectors are installed in the cargo compartments?
-3 detectors in the FWD compartment
-2 detectors in the AFT compartment
79What happens to the forward cargo compartment in the event smoke is detected?
-Recirculation fan shuts off
-Ventilation outflow valve closes
80What is the purpose of the forward cargo compartment recirculation fan shutting off and the ventilation outflow valve closing when smoke is detected?
-Prevents oxygen from entering the compartment
-Prevents Halon agent from escaping into the aircraft's cabin
81How many extinguishing bottles are installed for the cargo compartments?
-2 bottles used for both compartments
-1 high-rate bottle and 1 low-rate bottle
82What is the difference between the high-rate bottle and the low-rate bottle? (cargo compartment)
-High-rate bottle saturates the compartment immediately
-Low-rate bottle maintains saturation over a duration of time
83How long will the low-rate bottle remain active in the compartment? (cargo compartment)
60 minutes
84Can one bottle be used for one compartment and the other bottle for the other compartment? (cargo compartment)
No. Only one compartment may be selected (FWD or AFT)
85What happens when a cargo extinguishing button is pushed if smoke has been detected?
-High-rate bottle discharges immediately
-Low-rate bottle discharges after one-minute if the airplane is in flight
-If airplane is on the ground (WOW) the low-rate bottle will NOT automatically discharge
86During flight, can the low-rate bottle be discharged before the minute is up?
Yes, by pushing the extinguishing button again.
87How can the low-rate bottle be discharged if the airplane is on the ground (WOW)?
The extinguishing button must be pushed again.
88Can cargo extinguishing be used if no smoke is detected?
-Yes. The high rate bottle extinguishing button must be pushed twice, once to arm the bottle and once to discharge the bottle.
-The low-rate bottle automatically discharges after one minute if in flight.
89How are the lavs protected from fire?
Heat-sensitive extinguishers in the lav waste bins automatically discharge if a predetermined temperature is reached.
90What kind of APU is on the aircraft?
Sundstrand APS 2300
91Describe the APU
-Constant speed
-Single-stage impeller with a 2-stage axial-flow turbine
-Independent oil system
92What controls the APU?
A dedicated FADEC
93What is the fuel source for the APU?
-Right fuel tank
-Left fuel tank through crossfeed valve
94What fuel pump is used for APU start?
-Batteries "ON" only DC fuel pump in right tank
-AC powered airplane ACMP 2
-Right engine running Ejector fuel pump
95Will the APU automatically shutdown if speed and acceleration rate isn't reached in the starting cycle time?
Yes
96What does moving the APU start switch to "OFF" do?
-Initiates normal APU shutdown
-1-minute cool down
-No pneumatics (electrics only for 1 minute)
97Can the APU shutdown be cancelled?
Yes, by moving the START switch back to "ON" before the 1-minute cool down is over.
98How do you shutdown the APU immediately?
-APU emergency stop button
-No 1-minute cool down period
99What will happen if batteries are turned OFF during the 1-minute cool down period?
The APU will shut down immediately
100What events will cause an automatic shutdown of the APU on the GROUND?
-Overspeed
-Underspeed
-FADEC critical fault
-Fire
-Overheat
-Low oil pressure
101What events will cause an automatic shutdown of the APU IN FLIGHT?
-Overspeed
-Underspeed
-FADEC critical fault
102Can the APU be started after a critical fault?
No
103How many accumulators does Hyd system 1 and 2 have?
System 1 and 2 each have 2 accumulators per system.
One for shock absorption and the other for emergency parking brake use.
104Explain what happens in Hyd system 2 that allows us to safely conduct a single engine taxi with only engine 1 operating?
If in AUTO and only engine 1 is operating, upon releasing the parking brake ACMP 2 will activate to provide hyd power for nose wheel steering and the inboard brakes.
105What events automatically activate an AC Hyd pump IN-FLIGHT?
-Engine driven pump failure OR
-Flaps selected to any position greater than 0*
106What events automatically activate an AC Hyd pump on the GROUND?
-Flaps selected to any position greater than 0* AND
-Thrust levers set to takeoff thrust or groundspeed >50 kts
107What is the purpose of the Hyd system 3 accumulator?
Temporarily provides hydraulics to the flight controls during an electrical emergency (from the beginning of RAT deployment until AC ESS Bus powers the AC pump 3A)
108How many hyd systems are on the airplane?
-3 independent systems
-Hyd 1, Hyd 2, and Hyd 3
109What systems use hydraulic power?
-Flight controls
-Spoilers
-Landing gear
-Nose wheel steering
-Wheel brakes
-Thrust reversers
110Can hydraulic fluid be transferred between each system?
No
111How many hyd pumps are on the airplane?
6 total:
-2 Eng driven pumps
-4 AC motor pumps
112What are the basic components of the hyd systems?
-Reservoir
-Pumps
-Accumulators
113What is the purpose of the accumulator?
-Helps to maintain constant pressure by covering transient demands
-Helps to avoid pump cavitation
114What are some important items controlled by Hyd system 2?
-Landing gear
-Nose wheel steering
-Inboard brakes
115What is a PTU?
-Power Transfer Unit
-Mechanical pump that uses Hyd sys 1 power to provide Hyd sys 2 pressure
116What is the primary purpose of the PTU?
To allow landing gear retraction in the event of an Eng 2 or Eng driven pump failure.
117When will the PTU automatically activate?
During takeoff and landing with flaps >0 IF
-Eng 2 fails
OR
-Eng driven pump 2 fails
118How is single eng taxi possible if nose wheel steering is on Hyd system 2?
Releasing the parking brake automatically activates AC Hyd pump 2
119What is the primary purpose of Hyd sys 3?
Back-up for the Flight Controls
120Why are Hyd AC motor pumps 3A and 3B switch positions different, "ON" & "AUTO" respectively?
-Hyd AC motor pump 3A is primary and has no automation
-Hyd AC motor pump 3B is a back-up and automatically activates if AC motor pump 3A fails
121Which, if any, Hyd AC motor pump will function if the RAT is the only power source?
Hyd AC motor pump 3A only
122During an electrical emergency, what provides Hyd pressure to the flight controls until the RAT comes online?
-Hyd system 3 accumulator
-After 8 seconds the RAT will power Hyd AC motor pump 3A
123In an electrical emergency can Hyd sys 3 power requirements possibly overload the RAT?
No. A flow limiter valve is used to reduce hyd fluid flow and limits Hyd pump electrical power draw to prevent a RAT stall.
124How many brake applications does the hyd accumulator provide?
approx. 6 applications
125List the things that the air in the Air Mgmt System (AMS) used for?
-ECS (heating & cooling)
-Engine Start
-Pressurization
-Eng & Wing Anti-ice
-Water pressure
-Hot air leak detection
126What is the primary use for APU bleed air?
-ECS on the ground
-Engine starting on the ground
-Electrical source (<FL330)
-Assist with engine start (<FL210)
-Bleed source for pressurization, heating, and cooling (<15,000 ft. MSL)
127How many AMS controllers are installed?
One controller with 2 channels which control the respective onside system.
128What happens if a channel fails in the AMS controller?
The remaining channel is able to control the entire AMS.
129What provides air for the AMS?
-Engine bleeds
-APU bleed
-External pneumatic source
130What is bleed air used for?
-ECS (heating & cooling)
-Engine start
-Engine & wing anti-icing
-Water pressurization
131What is external pneumatic air used for?
-ECS on the ground
-Engine start on the ground
132Where is the external ground source pneumatic panel located?
Lower fairing between the wings
133Can engine bleed air flow-back to the APU?
No. A check valve prevents flow-back.
134 Where is bleed air tapped from the engines?
-6th and 10th stage compressors (Eng Bleed valve and High stage valve respectively)
-System alternates between valves to regulate an adequate and safe pressure
135What is normal pressure for any engine operation?
about 45 psi
136What is the purpose of the pre-cooler?
Cools the bleed air coming from the engine to the AMS
137What cools the pre-cooler?
-Ground N1 fan
-Flight N1 fan or ram air
138What does the overheat detection system (ODS) observe?
-Engine bleeds and packs
-APU bleed
-Plumbing for the wing & eng anti-icing systems
139Do both loops in the AMS overheat detection system have to function in order to detect an overheat condition?
Yes, but if one fails the other will work alone to detect an overheat
140How many ECS packs are on the airplane? What provides air for the packs
-2 independent packs (left & right)
-Each engine provides bleed air to its's respective pack
141Can a single pack provide adequate temp control and pressurization?
Yes, up to FL 310
142Can a single bleed source power both packs?
Yes, through a crossbleed valve
143What is the ratio of fresh air to recirculated air?
52% FRESH air to 48% RECIRCULATED air
144When are the recirculation fans commanded off?
-Cockpit switch
-Smoke detected in the recirc bay
-DUMP button is pressed
-Respective pack is commanded "OFF"
145What keeps the FWD & CTR E-BAY's cool?
3 fans each pull air from cabin to bay
146What keeps the AFT E-BAY cool?
Natural air-flow from cabin to bay
147When is the Emergency Ram Air Ventilation activated?
-Both packs commanded or failed OFF below 25,000 ft. (via left side and electronically controlled)
-Ram air pressure greater than cabin pressure (differential pressure via right side) via one-way check valve
No electrical power required
148How many channels on the Cabin Pressure Control (CPC)?
2 channels, one active and one in standby mode
149Where does the CPC get Landing field elevation?
FMS or can be manually selected
150What happens when the dump button is pressed?
-Commands both ECS packs OFF
-Opens outflow valve and raises the cabin to 12,400 ft. at a rate of 2,000 fpm
151Can the cabin altitude be raised higher than 12,400 ft.?
-Yes, by using manual mode
-Cabin altitude will rise due to natural leak
152In manual mode will the cabin depressurize on landing?
No
153What is the bleed system priority in flight?
-Onside engine
-Opposite side engine
-APU (if avail)
154If engine and APU bleed air are both avail simultaneously, which has priority?
APU has priority if:
-Aircraft is on the ground
-Wheel speed <50 kts
-Opposite eng bleed pressure is not enough for eng start
155When will the crossbleed valve automatically open?
-Only one side bleed source is available
-Eng 2 start in the air
-Eng 1 start in the air (if APU is not avail)
156What are some things that will close the ECS packs?
-Any eng start if APU is the bleed source
-Eng start on the ground
-Respective bleed system duct leak
-Bleed air source not avail for the pack
-Thrust Levers set to MAX on Takeoff
-REF Anti-ice set to ALL on Takeoff
-REF ECS set to OFF on MCDU (APU is OFF)
157When are ECS packs recovered?
Thrust Levers NOT at MAX and:
-Airplane is 500 AFE with both engs operating
-Airplane is >9,700 ft. MSL with one eng operating
158What happens if smoke is detected in the recirculation bay?
-Both recirc fans deactivate
-Cargo recirc fan deactivates
-Cargo outflow valve closes
159Where does the CPCS get cruise flight level & landing elevation from?
-FMS before takeoff or CPCS calculates using ambient pressure
-LFE may be manually imputted
160What color is the LFE on the EICAS?
-Green FMS input
-Cyan Manual input (an "M" will be in front of LFE)
161What is the ABORT mode?
Cabin is scheduled back to the takeoff altitude if:
-Airplane stops climbing & begins a descent,
AND
-Airplane has not climbed >5,000 ft AFE or >10,000 ft MSL
162What sources are used for aircraft anti-icing and de-icing?
-Bleed air heat
-Electric heat
163What uses bleed air for ice protection?
-Engine lips
-3 outboard slats
164What uses electric heat for ice protection?
-Pitot-static system
-Windshields
-Water lines
-Pressurization static port
165If an engine fails does the opposite wing and engine receive ice protection?
-Yes. The crossbleed valve opens to provide symmetrical ice protection for both wings
-The failed engine does not receive heat to the engine lip
166How many ice detectors must be working to have icing detection?
One. There are two for redundancy
167How long will the de-icing system remain on after icing is no longer detected
5 minutes
168If ICING on the MCDU is set to "OFF" and on takeoff roll icing conditions are encountered, will the de-icing system turn on? (Selector knob is in "AUTO")
Not until 1,700ft. or 2 minuites after takeoff (whichever happens first)
169Can the APU be used to provide bleed air for de-icing?
No
170What components are protected from ice & rain?
-Engine inlets
-Wing leading edge
-Smart probes
-Windshields
-Water & waste drain systems
171Is the ice protection system automatic?
Yes, under normal conditions
172Can the pilot override the automatic system?
Yes
173How is ice detected in flight?
-2 ice detectors
-Vibrating sensor element changes frequency when ice builds up around it
-One ice is detected, sensor element heats, ice melts, the normal vibration resumes and the heating process stops
-Cycle repeats as ice rebuilds on the probes
174What compressor stage is bleed air tapped for anti-icing operations?
10th High stage valve (HSV)
175How is bleed air directed for pneumatic anti-ice?
-Engines are independent
-Wings from onside bleed
176What happens if there is a single bleed source failure?
The crossbleed automatically opens
177What should the MCDU be set to if there are icing conditions present on the ground between 5*-10*C?
Below 5*C?
-<10*C "ENG"
-<5*C "ALL"
178What does selecting "ALL" on the MCDU provide?
-Engine anti-ice "ON" when engines are running
-Wing anti-ice "ON" at 40 kts wheel speed
179If "OFF" is selected on the ground, at what point will the anti-ice system become automatic?
1,700 ft. AGL or 2 minutes after takeoff (whichever happens first)
180If "ALL" is selected on the ground, at what point will the anti-ice system become automatic?
1,700 ft. AGL or 5 minutes after takeoff (whichever happens first)
181How does the failure of one of the two power sources affect the windshield heating system?
-On ground inhibited
-In flight Left side is heated (right side heats if left has failed)
182What does the "TIMER" selection on the windshield wiper switch do?
Activates the associated wiper in 8-second intervals
183What happens if the wiper is operated on a dry windshield?
-The wiper will stop
-To reset wiper move switch to "OFF"
184When do the smart probes heat?
When an engine is running
185Is there a test for the anti-ice system?
Yes, but maintenance performs this test
186How should the aircraft be configured for de-icing?
-Bleeds................OFF
-Stab Trim...........Full nose down
-Flaps...................UP
-Engines & APU...ON or OFF
187What engine model is the powerplant?
General Electric CF34-8E
High Bypass, Axial-flow, two stage, turbofan
188What is the max thrust produced by the CF34-8E?
13,800 lbs normal
14,200 lbs using reserve mode (RSV)
under isa conditions
189How is each FADEC powered?
-ESS powered below 50% N2
-PMA powered above 50% N2
190How many channels does each FADEC have?
Each FADEC has 2 channels:
-1 Active
-1 Standby
191What does the cyan N1 tick represent?
Max N1 for selected engine thrust mode
192What does the green N1 tick represent?
Max N1 allowed for current thrust rating and
current operating conditions
193What does the N1 moving arc represent?
value requested based on TLA (Thrust Lever Angle)
194Describe in detail the normal engine start sequence?
-N2 Rotation
-7% N2 Ignition
-20% N2 Fuel flow (light off within 5 secs)
-Normal acceleration & oil pressure
-50% N2 Ignition OFF & Starter cut-out
-Normal acceleration & stabilization
195What controls the ATTCS?
Controlled by FADEC
196What exactly does the ATTCS do?
Provides max thrust (RSV) when armed, thrust levers TOGA and:
-Difference between N1 values >15%
or
-One engine failure during takeoff or go-around
or
-Windshear detection
197The FADEC will prevent fuel flow during ground start until ITT is at or below_____?
120*C
198Describe N1 spool?
-Single-stage fan
-4-stage LP turbine
199Describe the N2 spool?
-10-stage compressor (gas generator)
-2-stage HP turbine
200How many igniters per engine?
2
201How many igniters activate for engine start?
-Ground.....................1 igniter (switch in AUTO)
-Flight........................2 igniters (switch in AUTO)
202What happens when the ignition switch is selected to OVRD?
Activates both igniters ON THE GROUND OR IN FLIGHT
203Can the igniters be turned off during flight?
-The switch may be moved to the OFF position but the FADEC DISREGARDS THE COMMAND
-The OFF position is used for dry-motoring on the ground only
204What controls the engine?
-A two channel FADEC
-One channel is active and the other channel remains in standby as a backup
205Is only one FADEC channel used every flight?
No. They automatically alternate with each engine start.