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What is the maximum number of seats for the Airbus A320?
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?
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?
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?
What factors lead airlines to modify the recommended seat layout in the A320 family?
What is the common designation used for the engines of the A320 family?
What is the common designation used for the engines of the A320 family?
What is the reference station for the vertical stabilizer?
What is the reference station for the vertical stabilizer?
How has the station number for rib 12N been altered in the A318?
How has the station number for rib 12N been altered in the A318?
For the horizontal stabilizer, where is the reference station located?
For the horizontal stabilizer, where is the reference station located?
What is the reference station for the wings of the A320 family?
What is the reference station for the wings of the A320 family?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the structural breakdown of the A320?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the structural breakdown of the A320?
Which reference axis is used for the horizontal stabilizer?
Which reference axis is used for the horizontal stabilizer?
What is the significance of the Z=0 reference point for the vertical stabilizer?
What is the significance of the Z=0 reference point for the vertical stabilizer?
Why was the station numbering for the A318 altered?
Why was the station numbering for the A318 altered?
What is the significance of door dimension data in aircraft?
What is the significance of door dimension data in aircraft?
What materials are primarily discussed in the composite structures of the Single Aisle family aircraft?
What materials are primarily discussed in the composite structures of the Single Aisle family aircraft?
What does the STA number represent in the context of aircraft structural measurements?
What does the STA number represent in the context of aircraft structural measurements?
What is indicated by the warning 'NO-STEP' on aircraft surfaces?
What is indicated by the warning 'NO-STEP' on aircraft surfaces?
Where is the reference point for structural measurements located on the A320 aircraft?
Where is the reference point for structural measurements located on the A320 aircraft?
Which of the following aircraft engines are associated with the A320 family?
Which of the following aircraft engines are associated with the A320 family?
What is a potential consequence of not adhering to 'NO-STEP' signs on aircraft surfaces?
What is a potential consequence of not adhering to 'NO-STEP' signs on aircraft surfaces?
What are the main controls for the Flight Management and Guidance Computer (FMGC) during flight?
What are the main controls for the Flight Management and Guidance Computer (FMGC) during flight?
What functional role does the landing gear of an aircraft serve?
What functional role does the landing gear of an aircraft serve?
Where is the Flight Augmentation Computer (FAC) located in the A320?
Where is the Flight Augmentation Computer (FAC) located in the A320?
Which of the following functions can pilots perform using the MCDUs before departure?
Which of the following functions can pilots perform using the MCDUs before departure?
What short-term functions can be controlled using the Flight Control Unit (FCU)?
What short-term functions can be controlled using the Flight Control Unit (FCU)?
What is a significant difference in servicing points between the A320 and A321?
What is a significant difference in servicing points between the A320 and A321?
What type of interface do the MCDUs provide between the crew and the FMGCs?
What type of interface do the MCDUs provide between the crew and the FMGCs?
Which of the following is NOT a function associated with the MCDUs?
Which of the following is NOT a function associated with the MCDUs?
Why is using a self-propelled conveyor belt for servicing not recommended?
Why is using a self-propelled conveyor belt for servicing not recommended?
What modification is made to the A318 fuselage compared to the other single aisle aircraft?
What modification is made to the A318 fuselage compared to the other single aisle aircraft?
Which function does the Flight Control Unit (FCU) NOT perform?
Which function does the Flight Control Unit (FCU) NOT perform?
What key roles do the MCDUs serve during flight?
What key roles do the MCDUs serve during flight?
What does the access graphic for aircraft servicing show?
What does the access graphic for aircraft servicing show?
How does the aft edge of the forward cargo compartment door relate to the engine air intake on the A318?
How does the aft edge of the forward cargo compartment door relate to the engine air intake on the A318?
What is a shared characteristic of the servicing connections layout on the A318 and A319?
What is a shared characteristic of the servicing connections layout on the A318 and A319?
Which models can accommodate a bulk loader at the bulk cargo door?
Which models can accommodate a bulk loader at the bulk cargo door?
What is the primary purpose of the ground handling servicing points?
What is the primary purpose of the ground handling servicing points?
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.
