30 Questions
What is the primary objective of aeroplane information systems?
To provide a cost-effective system for flight operations, maintenance, and passengers
What is the main function of Cockpit Information Systems (CIS)?
To manage data links and provide uplink and downlink messages
What is the limitation of using HF and VHF voice communications systems?
They are subject to atmospheric disturbances and can be difficult to understand
What do aeroplane information systems manage?
Data links and provide uplink and downlink messages
What is the purpose of Air Traffic and Information Management System (ATIMS)?
To manage air traffic flow and provide information to flight crew
What do information systems send between the aircraft and the ground?
Data-link transfers
What is the primary function of the hosted applications in the ATSU?
To receive and route airline uplink messages to remote AOC peripherals
What are the CMCs, FMGECs, ACMS DMU, and Cabin Terminals collectively referred to as?
Remote AOC Peripherals
What is the purpose of the ACMS?
To monitor aircraft performance
Who are the main ground users of the hosted applications?
Airline maintenance centre, airline flight operations, and passenger services
What is the Future Air Navigation System related to?
A new concept for air traffic management
What is the primary function of the FMGECs?
To perform flight management and guidance
What does the ADS function provide to the ATC ground centre?
Aircraft surveillance data, navigation and position-fixing systems
What is the primary function of the ATSU in relation to the printer?
To determine whether the printer is operational or not
What is the purpose of the ATS Facility Notification Application?
To establish contact with the ATC ground centre and provide aircraft registration and datalink applications
What is the benefit of using automated systems for communication?
It allows for routine information to be communicated quickly and efficiently
What is the source of information for the ATSU to determine whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight?
Landing Gear Control Interface Unit (LGCIU)
What is the role of the cabin terminals in the ATSU?
To act as an ACARS router
What is the name of the company that developed and implemented ACARS?
ARINC (Aeronautical Radio Incorporated)
What does the concept of CNS cover?
The main evolutions of airspace usage in the future
What type of reports are determined by an ADS agreement?
Periodic, Event, and On-demand reports
What is the function of the ATIMS in relation to air traffic control and airline operational control?
To provide air traffic control and airline operational control
What is the purpose of ADS contracts?
To exchange terms of the ADS agreement between the ground station and the aircraft
What is the purpose of the portable data loader?
To load data into the ATSU
What is the primary function of the MCDU and DCDU in relation to crew messages?
To prepare and modify messages initiated by the crew
Which system provides the ATSU with date and time information?
Clock
What is the purpose of the Radio Management Panel (RMP)?
To communicate with the ground in data and voice modes
What is the function of the ATC MSG illuminated pushbutton switches?
To provide a visual alert in case of ATC message reception
What is the purpose of the Data Loading System in relation to the ATSU?
To upload core application software and database
What type of reports are provided to the ATSU by the Aircraft Condition Monitoring System (ACMS)?
Engine reports or APU reports
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