Aircraft Information Systems

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What is the primary objective of aeroplane information systems?

To enhance flight safety
To provide a cost-effective system for flight operations, maintenance, and passengers (correct)
To reduce aircraft weight
To replace traditional communication methods

What is the main function of Cockpit Information Systems (CIS)?

To communicate with air traffic controllers
To monitor engine performance
To provide navigation guidance
To manage data links and provide uplink and downlink messages (correct)

What is the limitation of using HF and VHF voice communications systems?

They are prone to interference from other aircraft
They are subject to atmospheric disturbances and can be difficult to understand (correct)
They are not compatible with digital systems
They require intensive pilot training

What do aeroplane information systems manage?

Data links and provide uplink and downlink messages (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Air Traffic and Information Management System (ATIMS)?

To manage air traffic flow and provide information to flight crew (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do information systems send between the aircraft and the ground?

Data-link transfers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the hosted applications in the ATSU?

To receive and route airline uplink messages to remote AOC peripherals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the CMCs, FMGECs, ACMS DMU, and Cabin Terminals collectively referred to as?

Remote AOC Peripherals (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ACMS?

To monitor aircraft performance (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who are the main ground users of the hosted applications?

Airline maintenance centre, airline flight operations, and passenger services (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Future Air Navigation System related to?

A new concept for air traffic management (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the FMGECs?

To perform flight management and guidance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the ADS function provide to the ATC ground centre?

Aircraft surveillance data, navigation and position-fixing systems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ATSU in relation to the printer?

To determine whether the printer is operational or not (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using automated systems for communication?

It allows for routine information to be communicated quickly and efficiently (B) Signup and view all the answers

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) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the cabin terminals in the ATSU?

To act as an ACARS router (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the company that developed and implemented ACARS?

ARINC (Aeronautical Radio Incorporated) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of CNS cover?

The main evolutions of airspace usage in the future (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of reports are determined by an ADS agreement?

Periodic, Event, and On-demand reports (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ADS contracts?

To exchange terms of the ADS agreement between the ground station and the aircraft (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the portable data loader?

To load data into the ATSU (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the MCDU and DCDU in relation to crew messages?

To prepare and modify messages initiated by the crew (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which system provides the ATSU with date and time information?

Clock (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Radio Management Panel (RMP)?

To communicate with the ground in data and voice modes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ATC MSG illuminated pushbutton switches?

To provide a visual alert in case of ATC message reception (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Data Loading System in relation to the ATSU?

To upload core application software and database (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of reports are provided to the ATSU by the Aircraft Condition Monitoring System (ACMS)?

Engine reports or APU reports (C) Signup and view all the answers