Airbus A320 – Navigation - SmartCockpit - Airline training guides, Aviation, Operations, Safety

When flying at cruise altitude, the aircraft navigates using radio navaids only.

False.

True.

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An ADR1 failure results in a loss of predictive GPWS functions:

False.

True.

Correct! Wrong!

Can the flight crew depress the RMP ON NAV pushbutton and use the RMP for navigation simultaneously with FMGC autotuning?

Yes, because the opposite FMGC will continue to autotune navaids.

No, RMP backup tuning supersedes the autotuning function of both FMGCs.

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The takeoff bias is:

Replaced when a bias is computed based on radio position.

Retained for the remainder of the flight.

Blended out over the next 60 minutes.

Blended out over the next 30 minutes.

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What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY for departure and enroute?

1 NM.

0.3 NM.

0.5 NM.

3 NM.

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The weather radar image can be displayed on which modes of the ND?

Rose NAV or VOR.

All modes except Plan.

Rose NAV or ARC.

Rose VOR or Rose ILS.

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The aircraft has two radio altimeters (RA). CAPT PFD displays the RA1 height, and the F/Os PFD displays the RA2 height. If one RA fails, both PFDs display the height from the remaining RA.

False.

True.

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The loudspeaker announces RETARD at:

20 ft or at 10 ft if autothrust is active and one autopilot is in LAND mode.

Between 15 and 20 ft with or without Autothrust.

20 ft at all times.

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What are the different types of flight guidance?

Automatic and manual.

Slaved and managed.

Managed and selected.

Managed and manual.

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The IR will experience drift in 'ATT' position and it will need a periodic heading update.

False.

True.

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GPS1 supplies ADIRU 1 and GPS 2 supplies ADIRU 2. What supplies ADIRU 3?

GPS 1

GPS 2

GPS 1 or GPS 2.

GPS 1 and GPS 2.

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What data do the IRs (Inertial Reference) directly gather?

Attitude, heading/track, aircraft position, acceleration, vertical speed.

Attitude, heading/track, aircraft position, acceleration.

Attitude, heading/track, aircraft position, acceleration, vertical speed, ground speed, radio altitude.

Attitude, heading/track, aircraft position, acceleration, vertical speed, ground speed.

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ADIRU 3 is supplied by all the standby probes and which primary probe?

CM1’s Static Port.

CM1’s pitot.

CM1’s AOA.

CM1’s TAT.

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What are the functions of the Air Data Modules (ADMs)?

Convert initial data from the laser gyro system to numerical data for the ADIRUs.

Convert pneumatic pitot/static data from probes to numerical data for the ADIRUs.

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An air data module is a component of the navigation system. Each unit converts pneumatic (air pressure) information from a pitot tube or a static port into numerical information which is sent on a data bus. This pressure information is received and processed by the Air Data Reference (ADR) component of the Air Data Inertial Reference Unit (ADIRU).This processed information is then sent to one or more display management computers that present information on the cockpit's primary flight display. Airspeed information is also sent to the flight computers and other electronics,including the autoflight subsystem

The ON BAT light on the ADIRS CDU illuminates:

When an IRU fault is detected.

When one or more ADIRUs is/are supplied by airplane battery only.

Only when all IRUs are on battery power.

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All navaids are normally autotuned by the:

FMGC.

ADIRU.

MCDU.

MCDU and ADIRU.

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The FWC generates a synthetic voice for radio height announcement below 2,500 ft. These announcements come through the cockpit loudspeakers, even if the speakers are turned off.

False.

True.

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With a single RA failure:

Auto callouts are lost.

All statements are correct.

Both PFDs share a single RA.

APPR pushbutton cannot be used.

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The selected database date has expired. When must the active data base be changed?

Prior to entering the preflight data.

Anytime prior to takeoff.

The following calendar day.

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Selection of the correct takeoff runway on the FMGC prior to each flight is necessary because:

Selection of the correct runway insures proper pressurization.

The FADEC needs it to know how much to reduce the thrust for takeoff.

Selection of the correct runway permits the FMGC to update its position at takeoff.

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On the ground, the FMGC displays the position of the aircraft using:

IRS corrected by GPS.

GPS data only.

IRS data only.

GPS corrected by IRS

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What data does the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) use to estimate airspeed?

AOA vane data.

Pitot probe data.

Static port data.

GPS data.

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Use of the ISIS bugs function is not recommended because, in the event that both PFDs are lost in flight, when the ISIS bugs were previously set for takeoff, then for the approach, the bugs would remain at the takeoff characteristic speed settings.

True.

False.

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When the aircraft is on ground and if at least one ADIRU is supplied by aircraft batteries:

An external horn sounds

The ADIRU and AVNCS light comes on amber on the EXTERNAL POWER panel.

All statements are correct.

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A flashing white 'ALIGN' indication on the ADIRS panel means:

IR alignment fault, or no present position entry after 10 min, or difference between position at shutdown and entered position exceeds 1 degree of latitude or longitude.

No present position entry after 10 min or the respective IR is lost.

The respective IR is lost or there is an alignment fault

Alignment is not available.

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GPWS aural and visual warnings cannot be inhibited.

False

True

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The BUSS (Back Up Speed Scale) is always reversible.

True.

False.

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The ADIRS 'ON BAT' light on the overhead panel indicates:

The batteries are supplying all ADIRUs.

A battery test is being performed at the beginning of alignment.

The battery test is being performed at the beginning of alignment or the batteries are supplying all ADIRUs.

A battery test is being performed at the beginning of alignment or the batteries are supplying at least one ADIRU.

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When electrical power is lost, ADIRU 1:

Remains on battery for 3 minutes until electrical power is restored.

Remains on battery power until electrical power is restored.

Remains on battery power for 5 minutes until electrical power is restored.

Is lost until electrical power is restored.

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A 'fast align' of the IRs can be achieved by selecting the rotator switches OFF and then back to:

ATT within 10 second.

NAV within 5 seconds.

ATT within 5 seconds

NAV within 10 seconds.

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You have been cleared to intercept the localizer. You have pushed the LOC push button on the FCU. If all necessary data has been entered in the MCDU, can you now engage both autopilots?

Yes.

No, the APPR pushbutton must be pushed first.

No, the LOC must capture before both autopilots will engage.

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The ISIS is connected to:

DC ESS BUS and HOT BUS 1.

AC BUS 1 and HOT BUS 2.

DC BUS 2 and HOT BUS 1

AC ESS BUS and HOT BUS 2.

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What ADIRU (Air Data Inertial Reference Unit) selection modes are there ?

ON, STBY, OFF.

ATT, STBY, OFF.

NAV, ATT, OFF.

NAV, STBY, OFF.

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The ISIS uses:

The primary accelerometers and gyrometers to display the attitude of the aircraft.

The primary accelerometers and gyrometers to display the vertical speed of the aircraft.

Its own set of accelerometers and gyrometers to display the attitude of the aircraft.

Its own set of accelerometers and gyrometers to display the vertical speed of the aircraft.

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What does the red area indicate on the BUSS (Back Up Speed Scale)?

Below Alpha prot.

Below VSW.

Below Alpha Max.

Below VLS.

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How does the FMGS derive Vapp?

Vapp=VLS+5+1/2 surface headwind component.

Vapp=VLS+10+1/2 surface headwind component.

Vapp=VLS+5+(1/3 surface headwind component).

Vapp=VLS+10+1/3 surface headwind component.

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What causes the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) to automatically appear?

ADR 1+2 FAULT/OFF.

ADR 1+2+3 FAULT/OFF.

ADR 1+3 FAULT/OFF.

ADR 2+3 FAULT/OFF.

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What computer(s) perform(s) the GP-IRS hybrid position calculation?

FMGC 1.

MMR 1+2.

ADIRS 1 + 2 + 3

FMGC 2.

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The Flight Path Vector (FPV) is a function of the:

IRs.

ADRs.

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What does the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) use to indicate altitude?

Pitot probe data.

Static port data.

GPS data.

AOA vane data.

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Overspeed warnings are a function of the:

IRs (Inertial Reference).

ADRs (Air Data Reference).

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Each IR receives input from both GPS simultaneously.

True.

False.

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The IR alignment count down stops one minute prior to accomplishment and the ALIGN lights are flashing. Why does it happen?

It is an indication that there is a disagreement between the IRs and the alignment must be restarted.

It is an indication that the alignment is complete but must be acknowledged.

It is an indication that alignment has stopped as the present position data has not been entered from the FMGS.

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What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY in the Terminal area?

0.5 NM.

3 NM.

1 NM.

0.3 NM.

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Which of the following navaids can be autotuned?

ILS and ADF (for NDB data base approaches).

All statements are correct.

VOR and DME.

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What is managed climb speed below 10,000 feet?

210 kt.

Best rate of climb speed.

250 kt.

Green dot.

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When are the Radio Altimeters self-tested?

During first engine start.

At AC electrical power up.

When the gear is selected down.

During second engine start.

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The ISIS gathers inputs from:

ADIRU 1 + 3.

ADIRU 1 only.

ADIRU 1 + 2.

ADIRU 3 only.

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When the thrust levers are moved to the takeoff position, the FMGS updates its position at takeoff using:

IRS/DME/DME positioning.

The navigation database and the takeoff runway entered into the MCDU by the pilot.

The VOR/DME currently tuned.

IRS/ILS/DME positioning.

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The flight crew interfaces with the FMGS using the:

All statements are correct.

FCU.

Thrust Levers.

MCDU.

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What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY on approach?

1 NM.

2 NM.

0.3 NM.

0.5 NM.

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With the DATA selector set to HDG, the time remaining until the completed IRS alignment is displayed on the control display. How long does it take normally?

Approximately 7 minutes.

Approximately 3 minutes.

Approximately 1 minute.

Approximately 10 minutes.

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How many ADMs are there?

Eight.

Four.

Six.

Two.

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How many ADIRUs (Air Data Inertial Reference Units) does the aircraft have?

Three (all active).

Three (two active, one back up).

Two (all active).

Two (one active, one backup).

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The aircraft has _ Multi Mode Receivers (MMRs) that receive GPS data from _ satellites.

2 / 24

2 / 28

4 / 28

4 / 24

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Each ADIRU (Air Data Inertial Reference Unit) is comprised of an ADR (Air Data Reference) and IR (Inertial Reference). Can these work separately of each other in the case of a failure?

No.

Yes.

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The ISIS LS shall not be used for takeoff using the localizer of the opposite runway, or for a back-course localizer approach. The LOC deviations are given in the wrong sense.

True.

False.

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The Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) is available:

Above FL200.

Above FL250.

Below FL250.

Below FL200.

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When electrical power is lost, ADIRUs 2 and 3:

Are lost until electrical power is restored.

Remain on battery power until electrical power is restored.

Remain on battery for 3 minutes until electrical power is restored.

Remain on battery power for 5 minutes until electrical power is restored.

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What function does 'ATT' perform on the ADIRS rotary selector?

Used to fast align an IR in the air only.

Used to switch the IR to the standby IR’s data.

Used to retain attitude + position information with an IR fault.

Used to retain attitude + heading information with an IR fault.

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One A/P can be engaged on the ground if the engines are not running.

This A/P will disengage when taxi starts.

This A/P will disengage when speed is sensed at more than 10 kt.

This A/P will disengage when one engine is started.

This A/P will disengage when both engines are started.

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What data do the ADRs (Air Data Reference) directly gather?

Airspeed/Mach, temperature, barometric altitude, AOA, back-up vertical speed.

Airspeed/Mach, temperature, barometric altitude.

Airspeed/Mach, temperature, barometric altitude, AOA, ground speed.

Airspeed/Mach, temperature, barometric altitude, AOA.

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Airbus A320 – Navigation

Airbus A320 – Navigation

When flying at cruise altitude, the aircraft navigates using radio navaids only.

An ADR1 failure results in a loss of predictive GPWS functions:

Can the flight crew depress the RMP ON NAV pushbutton and use the RMP for navigation simultaneously with FMGC autotuning?

The takeoff bias is:

What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY for departure and enroute?

The weather radar image can be displayed on which modes of the ND?

The aircraft has two radio altimeters (RA). CAPT PFD displays the RA1 height, and the F/Os PFD displays the RA2 height. If one RA fails, both PFDs display the height from the remaining RA.

The loudspeaker announces RETARD at:

What are the different types of flight guidance?

The IR will experience drift in 'ATT' position and it will need a periodic heading update.

GPS1 supplies ADIRU 1 and GPS 2 supplies ADIRU 2. What supplies ADIRU 3?

What data do the IRs (Inertial Reference) directly gather?

ADIRU 3 is supplied by all the standby probes and which primary probe?

What are the functions of the Air Data Modules (ADMs)?

The ON BAT light on the ADIRS CDU illuminates:

All navaids are normally autotuned by the:

The FWC generates a synthetic voice for radio height announcement below 2,500 ft. These announcements come through the cockpit loudspeakers, even if the speakers are turned off.

With a single RA failure:

The selected database date has expired. When must the active data base be changed?

Selection of the correct takeoff runway on the FMGC prior to each flight is necessary because:

On the ground, the FMGC displays the position of the aircraft using:

What data does the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) use to estimate airspeed?

Use of the ISIS bugs function is not recommended because, in the event that both PFDs are lost in flight, when the ISIS bugs were previously set for takeoff, then for the approach, the bugs would remain at the takeoff characteristic speed settings.

When the aircraft is on ground and if at least one ADIRU is supplied by aircraft batteries:

A flashing white 'ALIGN' indication on the ADIRS panel means:

GPWS aural and visual warnings cannot be inhibited.

The BUSS (Back Up Speed Scale) is always reversible.

The ADIRS 'ON BAT' light on the overhead panel indicates:

When electrical power is lost, ADIRU 1:

A 'fast align' of the IRs can be achieved by selecting the rotator switches OFF and then back to:

You have been cleared to intercept the localizer. You have pushed the LOC push button on the FCU. If all necessary data has been entered in the MCDU, can you now engage both autopilots?

The ISIS is connected to:

What ADIRU (Air Data Inertial Reference Unit) selection modes are there ?

The ISIS uses:

What does the red area indicate on the BUSS (Back Up Speed Scale)?

How does the FMGS derive Vapp?

What causes the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) to automatically appear?

What computer(s) perform(s) the GP-IRS hybrid position calculation?

The Flight Path Vector (FPV) is a function of the:

What does the Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) use to indicate altitude?

Overspeed warnings are a function of the:

Each IR receives input from both GPS simultaneously.

The IR alignment count down stops one minute prior to accomplishment and the ALIGN lights are flashing. Why does it happen?

What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY in the Terminal area?

Which of the following navaids can be autotuned?

What is managed climb speed below 10,000 feet?

When are the Radio Altimeters self-tested?

The ISIS gathers inputs from:

When the thrust levers are moved to the takeoff position, the FMGS updates its position at takeoff using:

The flight crew interfaces with the FMGS using the:

What is the minimum RNP accuracy with GPS PRIMARY on approach?

With the DATA selector set to HDG, the time remaining until the completed IRS alignment is displayed on the control display. How long does it take normally?

How many ADMs are there?

How many ADIRUs (Air Data Inertial Reference Units) does the aircraft have?

The aircraft has _____ Multi Mode Receivers (MMRs) that receive GPS data from _____ satellites.

Each ADIRU (Air Data Inertial Reference Unit) is comprised of an ADR (Air Data Reference) and IR (Inertial Reference). Can these work separately of each other in the case of a failure?

The ISIS LS shall not be used for takeoff using the localizer of the opposite runway, or for a back-course localizer approach. The LOC deviations are given in the wrong sense.

The Back Up Speed Scale (BUSS) is available:

When electrical power is lost, ADIRUs 2 and 3:

What function does 'ATT' perform on the ADIRS rotary selector?

One A/P can be engaged on the ground if the engines are not running.

What data do the ADRs (Air Data Reference) directly gather?

The aircraft has _ Multi Mode Receivers (MMRs) that receive GPS data from _ satellites.