Stormscope Flashcards
Where is the antenna for the stormscope located?
Underside of the aircraft just forward of the lower rescue door
What symbol is displayed for lightning strikes and what symbol is displayed for storm cells?
Strikes- x
Cells- +
Does the stormscope continue to detect and process strike and cell information to display even when the stormscope isn’t selected on the MFD?
Yes
How often does the stormscope provide updated information?
Every 2 seconds
What is the maximum distance at which the stormscope can detect electrical discharges?
200NM
What is the maximum number of strikes that can be displayed on the MFD?
128
How long are strikes displayed on the MFD?
3 minutes, first in first out
What components make up the stormscope system?
Antenna and processor
Power is provided to the stormscope system through what?
NO.2 DC BUS
Where is the stormscope processor located?
Left side of cabin STA 170
What is the max number of lightning strikes that can be displayed on the MFD
128
On what CDU page can you initiate a STRIKE TEST
MAINT - STORM - LS1 to STRIKE TEST
or just STORM MAINTENANCE
