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2009 Recurrent MD-11 12 Mo
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05/02/2009

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Term
What items may be powered by the ADG for long term use?
Definition
ADG BUS, L & R EMERG AC & DC BUS, BATTERY AND BATTERY DIRECT BUS, BATTERY CHARGER
Term
When the electrical power source is available and selected ON the power source priority for the AC generator bus is as follows (name highest to lowest priority):
Definition

Own IDG

APU

EXTERNAL POWER

Another IDG via AC TIE BUS

Term
Except for dual land operation and external power on the AC tie bus, the IDGs will normally operate in what mode
Definition
INDEPENDENT OR PARALLEL
Term
A static inverter converts battery DC power into AC emergency power for which bus:
Definition
LEAC
Term
During preflight, when the EMER PWR selector is placed to ARM, what is being tested when the emergency power test is being accomplished? (list 3 of the 4):
Definition

Battery power to:

LEDC

LEAC (VIA INVERTER)

BATTERY BUS

Term
What two things are required for the emergency power system to be armed?
Definition
BATTERY SWITCH ON
/
EMERGENCY POWER TO ARM
Term
The EXT PWR switch is a momentary contact switch that supplies external power to what bus?
Definition
AC TIE
Term
FAULT illuminates amber when the respective generator oil drive temperature is high, pressure is low or oil differential temp is out of limits. What is required to be done for these conditions?
Definition
DISCONNECT GENERATOR
Term
If a FAULT light illuminates after an engine flameout, should you disconnect the IDG? Explain.
Definition
YES, N2 COULD STILL BE ROTATING
Term
If the Emergency Power selector is in the ARM position when the aircraft electrical power is shutdown, the emergency circuits will remain activated, resulting in what?
Definition
BATTERY DRAIN
Term
For long term use the ADG may be used to power the following (list at least 3 of the 4).
Definition
ADG BUS, L & R EMERG AC & DC BUS, BATTERY AND BATTERY DIRECT BUS, BATTERY CHARGER
Term
Pushing the WING and TAIL ANTI-ICE switches to on prior to takeoff arms the airfoil anti-ice systems to function automatically when what occurs?
Definition
NOSE GEAR EXTENSION
Term
The wing anti-ice system provides ice protection for which slats?
Definition
OB 4-8
Term
The slats may be damaged if the anti-ice system is stays on while on the ground for more than what length of time?
Definition
30 SEC
Term
When do the DISAG lights illuminate on the respective ANTI-ICE switch?
Definition
VALVE DISAG W/SW POSITION
Term
If wing anti-ice valve power fails, the valves fail in what position?
Definition
Closed
Term
When does the MSC (miscellaneous systems controller) turns on all air data heat (except TAT)?
Definition
Any fuel switch on
Term
During normal operation, what will cause an ICE DETECTED alert to be displayed if any Airfoil or engine Anti-ice switch has not been turned on?
Definition
ICE DETECTED BY SENSOR
Term
If a single ice detection system fails, what alert will be displayed?
Definition
ICE DETECT SINGLE
Term
When the ice protection system reverts to manual, the system leaves the valves in what position?
Definition
Last commanded
Term
Does moving the SMOKE ELEC/AIR selector on the ELEC control panel from the NORM position have any effect on wing anti-ice?
Definition
YES-TURNS OFF WING ANTI ICE TAIL ANTI ICE NA WHEN 3/1 OR 1/2 IS SELECTED TAIL ANTI ICE WORKS NORMALLY WHEN 2/3/ OFF IS SELECTED
Term
(Automatic Anti-Ice Protection System): The ICE DETECTED Level 1 alert is displayed when, in automatic mode, any anti-ice system is not commanded on while icing conditions are detected. What considerations should a crew take with this alert?
Definition
AOM Level 1 / Depart Icing Area
Term
If the ESC sensed both ice detection systems have failed, the ICE DETECTOR FAIL alert is displayed. The automatic anti-ice protection system reverts to what mode?
Definition
Manual
Term
On aircraft without the automatic Anti-Ice system installed, what does the Level 1, ICE DETECTED alert mean?
Definition
TURN ON ANTI ICE / ICE IS DETECTED
Term
When engine air is not available, the following alternate sources may be used:
Definition
APU AIR / EXT AIR / EXT AC
Term
In regards to the air system, what happens prior to engine start when ignition A, B, or OVRD is selected and the Air system in Auto mode?
Definition
PACKS OFF, APU 100%
Term
What conditions will cause the AVNCS AIR FLO OFF alert to appear on the EAD?
Definition
NO FLOW IN AVIONICS COMPT
Term
In event of a cargo fire in the forward or aft compartment, how is airflow and ventilation shut off in the respective cargo area?
Definition
Automatically
Term
What pressure do cabin pressure relief valves limit the cabin differential pressure to?
Definition
9.1 PSI
Term
The CABIN ALTITUDE alert and voice warning will result when cabin altitude exceeds what altitude?
Definition
9500
Term
The oxygen masks in the crew rest module automatically drop when cabin altitude reaches what altitude? When does the NO MASKS alert illuminate?
Definition
14,400 and 14,770
Term
On departure, how long will the cabin altitude remain at departure field elevation?
Definition
UP TO 5000 FEET ABOVE DEPARTURE FIELD ELEVATION
Term
In automatic control, when does the aircraft begin to pre pressurize and to what altitude?
Definition
SLATS EXT TO ABOUT 100’ BELOW TAKEOFF FIELD ELEVATION
Term
In order to preclude ingestion of engine exhaust into the air conditioning system, when the APU is supplying pneumatics to manifold 2 with engines 1 or 3 running, ESC logic will cause what to occur?
Definition
BLD 2 will not pressurize system 2
Term
The ESC shuts down the associated pneumatic system when what occurs during an Engine or APU fire situation?
Definition
Fire Handle Pulled
Term
What happens when CABIN AIR switch is pushed on the overhead panel?
Definition
Shuts off conditioned air to main deck
Term
In flight, what conditions cause the AVNCS FAN OVRD light to automatically illuminate on the overhead panel?
Definition
LOW FLOW AND TOO LITTLE FLOW FOR PRESS AND CAB ALT GREATER THAN 10000 FEET
Term
When does the FLOW light illuminate on the overhead panel?
Definition
PACK ON NOT ENOUGH FLOW OR PACK OFF AND TOO MUCH FLOW
Term
Under what conditions would one use the CABIN PRESS MANUAL LDG ALT knob?
Definition
Landing Alt not available from FMS
Term
After the ditching switch is pushed, at what altitude will the outflow valve close?
Definition
1000' MSL
Term
During a smoke detector test, how are failed smoke and heat detectors displayed?
Definition
AMBER Triangles / squares WITH “F” INSIDE
Term
What does an amber AUTOPILOT box mean?
Definition
A/P not available
Term
What conditions must be met for the aircraft to enter into the flight director go-around mode?
Definition
PUSH GA SW, <2500, FLAPS OR SLATS EXTENDED
Term
On approach, with the auto pilot engaged and DUAL or SINGLE LAND not illuminated, when will the autopilot disengage?
Definition
100 ft
Term
speed control will automatically change from IAS to the equivalent Mach if the desired Mach was not preselected passing what altitude?
Definition
26,000
Term
The AFS approach and land modes are armed by pushing the APPR/LAND switch on the FCP when the AP or FD is in any lateral or vertical control mode except what?
Definition
T/O or G-A
Term
The localizer may be intercepted at angles up to __ degrees, but high IAS and/or intercept angles greater than ____ may result in overshoot.
Definition
90 AND 30-40
Term
When available, what conditions will allow DUAL LAND to automatically engage?
Definition
APPR/LAND SELECTED, <1500’ FOR 10 SEC
Term
Automatic landings have been demonstrated using a reference approach speed of 1.3Vs+5kts under what conditions?
Definition
25 KT HW, 10 TW, 15 XW
Term
The failure of the electrical busses to split may cause what to occur during an automatic approach?
Definition
No Dual Land
Term
During an automatic approach, if a crosswind is present, a side slip runway alignment maneuver is initiated to remove any existing crab angle. At what altitude will the aircraft initiate this maneuver?
Definition
150 ft
Term
Can FD go around be initiated on the runway after a landing? If yes, for how long?
Definition
Yes, 20 seconds after NG compression
Term
The FMS speed edit occurs if a speed is preselected and the FMS SPD switch is pushed within how long?
Definition
10 sec
Term
What is the earliest altitude at which AP NAV can be coupled?
Definition
400 ft
Term
The altitude alert system is always on except under what conditions?
Definition
FD OR AP IN APPR MODE
Term
What powers the Inertial Reference System (IRS)?
Definition
115V AC Internal battery
Term
The air data sensor heater system consists of integral heating elements within the pitot tubes, AOA sensors, and the TAT probe. Heaters are also mounted to the static ports. What controls all of the heating elements?
Definition
MSC
Term
What powers the standby altimeter?
Definition
Aneroid instrument
Term
What is the difference between a Corrective RA and a Preventative RA?
Definition
CRA directs a change in alt, PRA does not
Term
On the ND, how are RAs displayed?
Definition
Red Squares
Term
When does A Resolution Advisory (RA) appear on the PFD and ND?
Definition
20, 25 OR 30 SEC FROM CPA
Term
One of the TCAS operating constraints is that the pilot start his maneuver for a corrective RA within how long?
Definition
5 Seconds
Term
What does pushing the ARPT switch on the EIS control panel give you?
Definition
NON FLT PLN AIRPORTS >5000 AVAIL STOPPING DIST
Term
When will an IRS NAV OFF light illuminate amber?
Definition

IRS OFF

ALIGN

IRU FAIL

Term
What indications/actions must be accomplished for a pilot to receive a SATCOM call after the incoming chime has occurred?
Definition
Push MIC/TEL on ACP volume up and on, then select ANSWER CALL on FMC
Term
When is the SATCOM system programmed to automatically log onto the satellite network?
Definition
Automatic with aircraft power up
Term
During a SELCAL, what happens when a ground station calls the aircraft?
Definition
CALL LIGHT ON ACP FLASHES, CAWS SOUNDS A CHIME
Term
What does pushing the CREW REST/CALL switch cause and how can the system be reset?
Definition
Buzzer and light in CRC switch (which is used to reset)
Term
If the Captain wanted to advise a jump seater in the back to make him a cup of coffee, bring up his meal, and prepare the bunk for occupancy, how would he do this over the interphone?
Definition
Select INT on ACP and push COURIER CALL on overhead panel, then talk with mic switch on
Term
When an electrical power source is available and selected on, the power source priority for the AC tie bus is as follows (highest to lowest):
Definition

External Power

Engine Generator

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