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Question 1

Which computer automatically tunes radio navaids?

Answer 1

FMGCs

Question 2

How do we enable standby tuning on the RMP?

Answer 2

Via the guarded NAV button.

Question 3

Which computer calculates optimum speeds during each phase?

Answer 3

FACs

Question 4

How many IRUs are required for the MIX IRS position?

Answer 4

All 3.

Question 5

When is a full alignment required?

Answer 5

A complete IRS alignment must be performed in the following
cases:
- Before the first flight of the day, or
- When there is a crew change, or
- When the departure airport is located between latitudes 2 ° north and 2 ° south, or
- When the GPS is not available and the NAVAIDS coverage is poor on the expected route, or
- When the GPS is not available and the expected flight time is more than 3 hours.

Question 6

When is a fast alignment required?

Answer 6

A fast IRS alignment must be performed if a complete IRS alignment is not necessary and the difference between the IRS position and the FMGC position is at or above 5 NM.

See MCDU POSITION MONITOR page.

Question 7

What is an example of when you would see the ADIRS ON BATT?

Answer 7

If the external power cord fell out or was removed by accident.

ADIR 2 and 3 will turn off after 5 minutes, ADIR 1 will stay on forever.

Question 8

What is your elevation when in the black on the ND when the TERR is ON?

Answer 8

At least 2000’