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What is the normal operating pressure for the hydraulic systems in the aircraft?

  • 1,500 PSI
  • 3,000 PSI (correct)
  • 2,500 PSI
  • 4,000 PSI
  • How many independent hydraulic systems are present in the aircraft?

  • Four
  • Two
  • Three (correct)
  • One
  • What is a unique feature of the hydraulic systems in the aircraft?

  • They can transfer fluid between each other.
  • They operate only when the engine is running.
  • They are supplied from a central reservoir.
  • Each system is supplied from its own hydraulic reservoir. (correct)
  • What does the Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit (HSMU) do?

    <p>It monitors the hydraulic systems. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the operating pressure of the hydraulic system during RAT deployment?

    <p>2,500 PSI (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when one engine fails during flight?

    <p>The electric pump runs automatically for 25 seconds when the landing gear lever is selected up (to ensure gear retraction in a proper time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component pressurizes the green system during an emergency?

    <p>The Ram Air Turbine (RAT). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect on the aileron, elevator, and spoiler servo control speeds when the RAT is in operation?

    <p>The speeds are reduced. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs in the green system during the landing gear lever selection up after an engine failure?

    <p>The electric pump engages for 25 seconds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the BLUE ELEC PUMP in the event of an Engine 1 failure in addition to a prim 1 and 3 loss ? 330. - 300

    <p>It runs automatically to assist the rudder. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component can pressurize the blue system besides Engine 1?

    <p>A manually-controlled electric pump. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition triggers the electric pump to run automatically in flight?

    <p>In the event of Engine 2 failure if the FLAPS lever is not at 0 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the electric pump not replace engine-driven pumps for pressurizing the yellow system?

    <p>Electric pumps run at a lower flow capacity compared to engine-driven pumps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can crewmembers operate the cargo doors when there is no electrical power available?

    <p>Through a hand pump to pressurize the yellow system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the electric pump operate on the ground?

    <p>When the cargo door is being operated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can the RAT be stowed?

    <p>Only when the aircraft is on the ground (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the automatic deployment of the RAT?

    <p>Both engine failure and low reservoir levels (G and B / G and Y ) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the RAT be manually deployed?

    <p>From the overhead panel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the RAT in the hydraulic system?

    <p>To allow the green system to function during emergencies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when both the green and yellow or green and blue reservoirs have a low level?

    <p>The RAT deploys automatically (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of RAT flow as a percentage of an engine-driven pump's flow capability?

    <p>15% to 45% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor influences the RAT flow capability in aircraft?

    <p>Aircraft's speed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does the flight crew take to close the green hydraulic fire shut-off valves?

    <p>Push the FIRE pushbutton (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs automatically after 150 seconds if the blue and yellow reservoir levels are normal when the green fluid goes down ? 330-300

    <p>The engine-driven pumps are depressurized and fire shut-off valves are reopened to lubricate and avoid damage to the engine-driven pumps (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition do the green fire shut-off valves remain closed after a green hydraulic low level ?

    <p>When there is a low level in the blue or yellow reservoir (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation is placed on the flight crew regarding the fire shut-off valves once they are closed?

    <p>They cannot reopen them in flight after automatic closure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the triggering condition for the automatic closure of the engine green hydraulic fire shut-off valves?

    <p>Low level in the green reservoir detected by HSMU (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of pressure for the hydraulic reservoirs?

    <p>HP 1 bleed air from engine 1 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the bleed air pressure from Engine 1 is insufficient?

    <p>Pressure is obtained from the crossbleed duct (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of maintaining a high enough pressure in the hydraulic system?

    <p>To prevent pump cavitation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the leak measurement valves in hydraulic systems?

    <p>To measure leaks in hydraulic systems on the ground. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the yellow leak measurement valve during cargo door operation?

    <p>It closes automatically. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During low hydraulic pressure, what does the priority valve prioritize?

    <p>Pressure to emergency braking systems and flight controls (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit (HSMU) play during flight?

    <p>It prevents certain hydraulic leak measurement valves from closing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color indicates the nominal filling range when fluid temperature information is available?

    <p>Green (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the indication when the fluid level goes below the warning level?

    <p>It turns amber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color does the indication become when temperature information is unavailable?

    <p>White (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When the fluid temperature effect is corrected, which of the following best describes the indication color?

    <p>Green (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which color indicates that pressure is increasing within the hydraulic system?

    <p>Green (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum pressure before the system indicates decreasing pressure?

    <p>1,450 PSI (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color changes to indicate low pressure levels in the system?

    <p>Amber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Hydraulic System

    The primary means of providing hydraulic power to the aircraft. Operates independently and is not interconnected with other hydraulic systems.

    Hydraulic System Color

    Hydraulic systems are named after the color of their fluid, but in reality, this color identifies the system.

    Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit (HSMU)

    The device that monitors each hydraulic system's pressure and other conditions.

    Ram Air Turbine (RAT)

    A dedicated system that provides hydraulic power in the event of a failure to the main hydraulic systems (in case of an engine failure).

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    Hydraulic Reservoir

    Each hydraulic system has its own separate reservoir.

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    Green System

    The hydraulic system that provides pressure to the aircraft's control surfaces, such as ailerons, elevators, and spoilers.

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    Electric Pump

    An electric pump that can be activated manually or automatically to pressurize the green system.

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    25 second automatic run

    The time period in which the electric pump automatically pressurizes the green system following an engine failure.

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    Reduced servo control speeds

    Reduced speed of aileron, elevator, and spoiler servo controls when the RAT pressurizes the green system.

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    Blue Hydraulic System

    The blue hydraulic system is responsible for providing pressure to the electrical rudder, which helps control yaw, a side-to-side movement of the aircraft.

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    Electrical Rudder

    The electrical rudder is powered by the blue hydraulic system, and it plays a critical role in counteracting the yawing tendency caused by asymmetrical thrust, such as when one engine fails.

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    BLUE ELEC PUMP

    An electric pump that activates automatically in flight if the primary engine powering the blue hydraulic system fails, ensuring the rudder remains functional.

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    Asymmetric Thrust

    Uneven thrust between the engines, typically caused by engine failure, can lead to yaw, a side-to-side movement of the aircraft.

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    Yaw Sideslip

    The tendency of the aircraft to deviate from its intended flight path due to uneven thrust, often caused by an engine failure.

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    Yellow Hydraulic System

    The yellow hydraulic system is primarily used to operate cargo doors and can be pressurized by an electric pump or a hand pump. It operates independently of other hydraulic systems.

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    Yellow Electric Pump

    The electric pump automatically powers the yellow hydraulic system in flight if Engine 2 fails or when the flaps are not at 0, ensuring flap retraction during takeoff. It also runs on the ground during cargo door operation.

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    Hand Pump (Yellow System)

    Crewmembers can manually pressurize the yellow hydraulic system using a hand pump when electrical power is unavailable.

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    Electric Pump Flow (Yellow System)

    The electric pump provides about 18% of the flow capacity of the engine-driven pump in the yellow hydraulic system.

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    Electric Pump Limitations (Yellow System)

    The electric pump can be used to retract surfaces, but it is not a replacement for the engine-driven pumps.

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    RAT Deployment

    The RAT can be deployed manually from the overhead panel or automatically in the event of an engine failure or low hydraulic fluid.

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    RAT Stowing

    The RAT can only be stowed when the aircraft is on the ground, as it requires a stationary condition.

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    RAT Auto-Deployment

    The RAT deploys automatically in case of engine failure or low levels in the green and yellow or green and blue reservoirs.

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    Manual RAT Extension

    Pressing the "RAT MAN ON" button extends the RAT at any time.

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    What is the RAT's purpose?

    The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) provides hydraulic power when the main systems fail. It's like a small wind turbine that spins when the aircraft is moving, generating hydraulic pressure.

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    How does the RAT flow rate vary?

    The RAT flow rate varies based on the aircraft's speed, ranging between 15% and 45% of the engine-driven pump's full flow capacity.

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    What influences the RAT flow rate?

    The RAT flow rate is affected by the aircraft's speed. The faster the aircraft is moving, the more air the RAT scoops up, resulting in a higher flow rate.

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    How does the RAT's pressure compare to the main system?

    The RAT provides a reduced amount of hydraulic pressure compared to the main system. However, it's sufficient to operate essential controls like ailerons, elevators, and spoilers, ensuring basic aircraft control.

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    Why is the RAT important?

    The RAT is a critical backup system for hydraulic power. It ensures that the aircraft can maintain basic control even if the main hydraulic systems fail.

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    Fire Shut-Off Valve (Green System)

    A hydraulic system safety feature that prevents fluid flow in case of a fire. It is automatically closed by the HSMU if a green reservoir low level is detected and can be manually activated by the flight crew.

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    Green System Fire Shut-Off Valve Reopening

    The engine-driven pumps in the green hydraulic system are automatically depressurized and the fire shut-off valves are reopened 150 seconds after they initially close, allowing lubrication and preventing damage to the engine-driven pumps. This happens only if the blue and yellow reservoirs have normal fluid levels.

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    Green System Fire Shut-Off Valve Closure in Case of Blue/Yellow Reservoir Low Level

    In the event of a low fluid level in the blue or yellow reservoirs, the green fire shut-off valves remain closed, allowing the RAT to be used to restore the green system.

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    Fire Shut-Off Valve Manual Reopening

    The flight crew cannot re-open the green fire shut-off valves in flight once they are automatically closed.

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    HSMU Role in Green Fire Shut-Off Valve Activation

    The Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit (HSMU) automatically closes the green fire shut-off valves if a low fluid level is detected in the green reservoir.

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    Hydraulic System Bleed Air Source

    If bleed air pressure from engine 1 is low, the system switches to using bleed air from the crossbleed duct to pressurize hydraulic reservoirs.

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    Cavitation Prevention in Hydraulic Systems

    The hydraulic system maintains sufficient pressure to prevent pumps from cavitating, ensuring proper operation.

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    Automatic Bleed Air Source Switching

    The system prioritizes bleed air from engine 1 for pressurizing hydraulic reservoirs. If the pressure from engine 1 is insufficient, it automatically switches to using the crossbleed duct.

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    Importance of Pressure in Hydraulic Systems

    High pressure in the hydraulic system prevents pump cavitation.

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    Crossbleed Duct Function in Hydraulic Systems

    The crossbleed duct provides an alternate source of bleed air for the hydraulic system when engine 1 bleed air is insufficient.

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    What are Leak Measurement Valves?

    These valves are used to measure leaks in hydraulic systems on the ground. They are located upstream of the primary flight controls and can be closed manually using a pushbutton on the maintenance panel. The yellow valve closes automatically during cargo door operation, but the HSMU prevents the other valves from closing in flight.

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    What does the Priority Function do?

    In case of low hydraulic pressure, the priority valve cuts off hydraulic power to heavy users like the emergency generator, nosewheel steering, and landing gear, ensuring enough pressure for essential functions like braking and flight controls. A similar function is performed by a pressure-off brake system on the flaps, slats, and THS actuator.

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    How does the HSMU impact Leak Measurement Valves?

    The HSMU (Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit) prevents the leak measurement valves for the green, blue, and yellow hydraulic systems from closing during flight. This ensures continuous hydraulic pressure for critical flight controls even during cargo door operations.

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    What is the function of the Yellow Hydraulic System?

    The yellow hydraulic system is used for cargo doors and can be pressurized by an electric pump or a hand pump. The electric pump automatically activates in flight if Engine 2 fails or the flaps are not retracted during takeoff. It also runs on the ground during cargo door operation.

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    What are the electric pump limitations for the Yellow Hydraulic System?

    The electric pump for the Yellow Hydraulic System provides around 18% of the flow capacity of the engine-driven pump. It can be used to retract surfaces, but it's not a replacement for the engine-driven pumps.

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    Hydraulic Fluid Level Warning

    When the fluid level in a hydraulic system drops below a certain point, the warning indicator changes color.

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    Hydraulic System Indicator and Temperature

    The hydraulic system indication will be white if temperature information is not available, as temperature compensation is not possible.

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    Green Hydraulic System Function

    The green hydraulic system provides pressure to the aircraft's control surfaces, such as ailerons, elevators, and spoilers.

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    Yellow Hydraulic System Function

    The yellow hydraulic system is primarily used to operate cargo doors and can be pressurized by an electric pump or a hand pump.

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    Yellow Hydraulic System Electric Pump

    When the yellow hydraulic system's engine-driven pump is unavailable, the electric pump activates automatically during flight. It provides backup power to the system especially for cargo door operation and flap retraction during takeoff.

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    Fire Shut-Off Valve

    In the event of a hydraulic system fire, the Fire Shut-Off Valve automatically closes to prevent fluid flow, ensuring safety. This is like a fire extinguisher for the hydraulic system, preventing further damage.

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    Study Notes

    Aircraft Hydraulic Systems

    • Aircraft has three independent hydraulic systems (GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW).

    • Each system uses its own hydraulic reservoir.

    • Normal operating pressure is 3,000 PSI (2,500 PSI for RAT).

    • Hydraulic fluid cannot be transferred between systems.

    • Systems monitored by a Hydraulic System Monitoring Unit (HSMU).

    • Fire Shut-off Valves: A fire shutoff valve is positioned upstream of each engine-driven pump. The flight crew can close the valve by pushing the FIRE pushbutton. Both engine green hydraulic fire shut-off valves are automatically closed by the HSMU in the event of a green reservoir low level.

      • 150 seconds after initial closure, if blue and yellow reservoir levels are normal, the green engine-driven pumps are automatically depressurized and the fire shut-off valves are reopened, to lubricate and avoid damage to the engine-driven pumps.
      • If a further blue or yellow reservoir low level occurs, the green fire shut-off valves remain closed, enabling the green system to be restored by using the RAT.
      • Flight crew cannot reopen the fire shut-off valves in flight once they've been automatically closed.
    • Green system: pressurized by two engine-driven pumps.

    • Green system is also pressurized by an electric pump, manually or automatically controlled.

      • In flight, if an engine fails, the electric pump automatically runs for 25 seconds when the landing gear lever is selected up (to ensure gear retraction).
      • A Ram Air Turbine (RAT) driven pump pressurizes the green system during emergencies. A drop-out RAT, coupled to a hydraulic pump, allows the green system to function. The RAT can be extended manually by pressing the RAT MAN ON pushbutton.
      • RAT pressurization reduces aileron, elevator, and spoiler servo control operating speeds. The RAT flow varies between 15% and 45% of an engine-driven pump flow capability, depending on the aircraft's speed.
      • The RAT deploys automatically in the event of both engine failure or a low level in the green and yellow or green and blue reservoirs. It can be manually deployed from the overhead panel. It can only be stowed when the aircraft is on the ground.
    • Blue system: pressurized by an engine-driven pump (Engine 1).

    • Blue system is also pressurized by a manually-controlled electric pump.

      • In the event of Engine 1 failure, and a PRIM 1 or PRIM 3 loss, the blue electric pump runs automatically in flight to maintain rudder authority, countering yaw sideslip from asymmetrical thrust.
    • Yellow system: pressurized by an engine-driven pump (Engine 2).

    • Yellow system is also pressurized by an electric pump, manually or automatically controlled.

      • This allows for ground operations when engines are stopped.
      • The electric pump runs automatically:
        • In flight, in the event of Engine 2 failure, if the FLAPS lever is not at 0 (to ensure flap retraction in a proper time at takeoff).
        • On the ground during cargo door operation.
      • Crewmembers can use a hand pump to pressurize the yellow system for cargo door operation when no electrical power is available.
      • Electric pump flow is approximately 18% of the engine-driven pump flow capacity.
      • Electric pump is for surface retraction, not to replace engine-driven pumps.

    Hydraulic Reservoir Pressurization

    • Normally, high-pressure bleed air from engine 1 automatically pressurizes the hydraulic reservoirs.
    • If the bleed air pressure is too low, the system takes bleed air pressure from the crossbleed duct.
    • The system maintains a high enough pressure to prevent the hydraulic pumps from cavitating.

    Leak Measurement Valves

    • Leak measurement valves are positioned upstream of the primary flight controls.
    • Leak measurement valves are used for leak measurement of each system.
    • Leak measurement valves can only be closed on the ground, using the LEAK MEASUREMENT VALVES pushbutton on the panel.
    • The yellow leak measurement valve is automatically closed during cargo door operation.
    • The HSMU prevents the closure of green, blue, and yellow hydraulic leak measurement valves during flight.

    Priority Function

    • In case of low hydraulic pressure, a priority valve cuts off hydraulic power to heavy load users (emergency generator, nosewheel steering, landing gear) to maintain pressure for normal braking and flight controls.
    • A Pressure-Off Brake system maintains the pressure on flaps, slats, and THS actuator.
    • This ensures the normal function of crucial systems like braking and flight controls during low pressure conditions. The system maintains the same function in low hydraulic pressure conditions.

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    This quiz covers the fundamentals of aircraft hydraulic systems, focusing on the distinctions between the GREEN, BLUE, and YELLOW systems. Understand their operation, pressure specifications, and monitoring mechanisms. Test your knowledge to ensure a solid grasp of hydraulic systems in aviation.

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