Aircraft Cabin and Structural Design
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What is the maximum number of seats for the Airbus A320?

  • 145
  • 220
  • 129
  • 180 (correct)

    • Which aircraft has the maximum seating capacity among the A320 family?

  • A319
  • A321 (correct)
  • A320
  • A318

    • How many seats can the A318 accommodate according to the Airbus design?

  • 129 (correct)
  • 220
  • 145
  • 180

    • What factors lead airlines to modify the recommended seat layout in the A320 family?

    <p>Passenger needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common designation used for the engines of the A320 family?

    <p>CFM56</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reference station for the vertical stabilizer?

    <p>Z=0 at the vertical Z-axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has the station number for rib 12N been altered in the A318?

    <p>It has been moved to STA5970.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For the horizontal stabilizer, where is the reference station located?

    <p>Y=0 at the horizontal Y-axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reference station for the wings of the A320 family?

    <p>1868 millimeters from the aircraft X-axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the structural breakdown of the A320?

    <p>The fin tip extension changed the position of the rib 12N.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reference axis is used for the horizontal stabilizer?

    <p>Y-axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Z=0 reference point for the vertical stabilizer?

    <p>It is a baseline for the positioning of the vertical elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the station numbering for the A318 altered?

    <p>Due to the fin tip extension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of door dimension data in aircraft?

    <p>It influences the center of gravity and type of equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials are primarily discussed in the composite structures of the Single Aisle family aircraft?

    <p>Carbon fiber and glass fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the STA number represent in the context of aircraft structural measurements?

    <p>The distance in millimeters from a reference point on the fuselage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the warning 'NO-STEP' on aircraft surfaces?

    <p>The area is not structurally reinforced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the reference point for structural measurements located on the A320 aircraft?

    <p>100 inches forward of the aircraft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following aircraft engines are associated with the A320 family?

    <p>CFM56 and V2500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of not adhering to 'NO-STEP' signs on aircraft surfaces?

    <p>Possible damage to the structural integrity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main controls for the Flight Management and Guidance Computer (FMGC) during flight?

    <p>Multipurpose Control and Display Units (MCDUs) and the FCU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What functional role does the landing gear of an aircraft serve?

    <p>It supports the weight and stability when on the ground.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Flight Augmentation Computer (FAC) located in the A320?

    <p>In the aft avionics rack (80VU)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following functions can pilots perform using the MCDUs before departure?

    <p>Select the flight plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What short-term functions can be controlled using the Flight Control Unit (FCU)?

    <p>Engagement of various autopilot functions and selection of guidance modes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant difference in servicing points between the A320 and A321?

    <p>A320 has a second potable water draining panel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of interface do the MCDUs provide between the crew and the FMGCs?

    <p>Long-term interface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function associated with the MCDUs?

    <p>Controlling engine thrust in flight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is using a self-propelled conveyor belt for servicing not recommended?

    <p>It can cause structural damage to the nose cowl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What modification is made to the A318 fuselage compared to the other single aisle aircraft?

    <p>It is shorter by 2.39 meters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function does the Flight Control Unit (FCU) NOT perform?

    <p>Modify weather data predictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key roles do the MCDUs serve during flight?

    <p>Defining and modifying flight plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the access graphic for aircraft servicing show?

    <p>Proximity of servicing equipment to the aircraft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the aft edge of the forward cargo compartment door relate to the engine air intake on the A318?

    <p>It is in close proximity to the engine air intake nose cowl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a shared characteristic of the servicing connections layout on the A318 and A319?

    <p>The layout is the same.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which models can accommodate a bulk loader at the bulk cargo door?

    <p>Both the A320 and A321.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the ground handling servicing points?

    <p>To access the aircraft for maintenance and servicing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Aircraft Cabin

    • Airbus recommends a maximum of 129 seats for the A318, 145 seats for the A319, 180 seats for the A320, and 220 seats for the A321.
    • Airlines typically adjust these layouts based on their needs.

    Door Heights

    • The document mentions the importance of door dimensions, specifically related to aircraft center of gravity and the type of equipment used for ground handling.

    Composite Structures

    • The single-aisle A320 aircraft family incorporates composite structures.

    Structural Breakdown and Zoning

    • The document provides information on station numbers for different fuselage sections, wings, and stabilizers.
    • Structural measurements are referenced to a point 2.54 meters (100 inches) forward of the aircraft.
    • For the vertical stabilizer, the reference station is Z=0 at the vertical Z-axis. The A318 has new rib 12N at STA5970 due to the fin tip extension.
    • The horizontal stabilizer’s reference station is Y=0 at the horizontal Y-axis.
    • The wing's reference station is at 1868 millimeters (73.54 in) from the aircraft X-axis.

    Ground Handling

    • Servicing points are consistent for the A318 and A319 models.
    • The A320 and A321 models have a second potable water draining panel in the center.

    Aircraft Servicing Arrangement

    • The A318 is shorter than other single-aisle aircraft due to a 2.39-meter fuselage reduction.
    • Using a self-propelled conveyor belt near the A318's engine air intake nose cowl poses a risk of structural damage.
    • Airbus recommends against using a self-propelled conveyor belt on the A318.
    • The A320 and A321 models can accommodate a bulk loader on the bulk cargo door, unlike the A318/A319.

    Autoflight Controls

    • The Flight Management and Guidance Computer (FMGC) functions, Flight Management (FM) and Flight Guidance (FG), are primarily controlled from the Multipurpose Control and Display Units (MCDUs) and the Flight Control Unit (FCU).
    • Pilots use MCDUs to select the flight plan before departure and to define, modify, and display flight plans, parameters, and specific functions.
    • MCDUs provide a long-term interface between the crew and FMGCs.
    • The FCU facilitates short-term interaction between the crew and FMGCs.
    • FCU allows for engagement of autopilot (AP), Flight Director (FD), and A/THR functions, as well as the selection of guidance modes (e.g., heading hold) and flight parameters (e.g., heading value).

    Flight Augmentation Computer (FAC)

    • The FAC (1, 2) computers are located in the aft avionics rack (80VU).

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    Explore the essential details of aircraft cabin layouts and structural specifications, particularly focusing on the Airbus A320 family. This quiz covers seat configurations, door dimensions, and the importance of composite structures in aircraft design.

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