Intro to Glass Cockpit Systems Flashcards
1
Q
Which screen is the PFD? MFD?
A
PFD - Left, MFD - Right
2
Q
What are IAUs? What is their function? What does each IAU have?
A
Integrated Avionics Units / Main communications hubs that link all the units together / Com radio, nav receiver, GPS receiver
3
Q
What is the ADC? What is it’s function? What does it calculate?
A
Air Data Computer / Processes information from pitot tube and outside air temperature probe / Pressure altitude, airspeed, vertical speed, and OAT
4
Q
What is the AHRS? What is it’s funciton?
A
Altitude and Heading Reference System / It calculates heading and altitude information
5
Q
What is the GEA? What is it’s function?
A
Engine monitoring unit / Provide digital readouts of critical engine data and info
