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Why are two antennas usually required for an ILS system? |
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One is for the localizer receiver and the other one for the glide slope |
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How often does the ATC transponder require certification? |
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What are the basic components of a communication system? |
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Microphone and headset Transmitter and receiver
transmitting and receiving antenna
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What are the sensing elements of an autopilot system? |
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Altitude control, attitude gyro
Turn-and-bank and direction |
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What are three basic autopilot components? |
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Gyros, servos and an amplifier |
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What are the actuating elements of an autopilot system? |
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Servos that operate the control surfaces |
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What is the most common communication system in use? |
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What are the components of a typical airborne VOR system? |
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A receiver, frequency selector,
visual indicator, antenna and
a power supply |
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How should coaxial cables be routed from an antenna to a receiver? |
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Secured every 2 feet, not routed with other wire bundles, and bends at least ten times the cable diameter |
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What is the purpose of a radio shock mount bonding jumper? |
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To provide a low-impedance ground return |
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How may the determination be made to replace the batteries in an ELT even though the set operates? |
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The replacement date is marked on the outside of the transmitter |
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What method is used to monitor the output signal during an ELT test? |
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VHF communications receiver tuned to 121.5MHz |
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What type antennas do most transponders have? |
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Short stub usually mounted on the lower surface of the fuselage |
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Where should DME antennas be located? |
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On the lower surface of the aircraft in a position that will not be blanked out by the wings in a bank |
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Distance Measuring Equipment |
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What information does a glide slope radio beam provide? |
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Vertical guidance for correct angle of descent |
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When may an ELT legally be checked for operation? |
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During the first 5 minutes of the hour |
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What is VOR equipment used for? |
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Automatic Direction Finder |
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What powers an emergency locator transmitter? |
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