30 Questions
What is the primary function of the master caution lights and annunciators?
To indicate various fault conditions in the aircraft systems
What is the purpose of the 'Push to Cancel', 'Push to Recall' function on the master caution and failure annunciators?
To reset the annunciators after a fault has been addressed
Which of the following cabin lighting systems is not mentioned in the text?
Emergency exit lights
What is the purpose of the 'Reading Reset' switch on the Attendant Panel?
To switch off all reading lights in the passenger compartment at once
What is the purpose of the 'Read Lights Test' switch on the maintenance and test panel?
To switch on all the reading lights for inspection
What is the purpose of the 16-second delay in the reading light supply when the lights are switched on?
To ensure the reading lights are only active for a limited duration
What is the purpose of the cargo and service compartment lights?
To illuminate cargo handling and service activities
Which type of lighting is typically used in the flight compartment?
Floodlights
How are the cargo and service compartment lights powered?
Both internal and external power sources
What provides general illumination for the cabin in the flight compartment?
Dome lights
Where is the control stand illuminated from in the flight compartment?
Floodlights
What is the purpose of the lightshield in the flight compartment?
To serve as background lighting for pilots
Which position is considered the normal in-flight position of the emergency lighting switch?
ARMED
What warning light is displayed if the emergency lighting switch is in the 'OFF' or 'ON' position during flight?
NOT ARMED
In what situation do the 6V lights remain off even if there is a loss of main electrical power?
OFF position
What triggers transistor Q1 to conduct and supply power to the emergency lights?
Logic 'zero' at inverting input
What does the presence of an illuminated arrow spaced every 40 inches indicate on the aisle?
Nearest Exit Direction
What is the source of power for the 6V emergency lights under normal conditions?
Main electrical system
What is the primary purpose of navigation lights on an aircraft?
To mark the position and extremities of the aircraft
Which of the following statements about the Boeing 737 navigation lights is correct?
The navigation lights are powered by 28V DC or 115V AC.
What is the primary purpose of landing and taxi lights on an aircraft?
To provide illumination for aircraft landing and taxiing in conditions of night or poor visibility
Which of the following statements about the Boeing 737 landing lights is correct?
The Boeing 737 has a total of 4 landing lights, with 2 fixed and 2 retractable.
What is the purpose of flare-out lights and runway turn-off lights on an aircraft?
To provide illumination for aircraft landing and taxiing in conditions of night or poor visibility
What is the purpose of wing illumination lights on an aircraft?
To illuminate the wings for ice inspection
What must happen for logic 'one' to be present at the non-inverting input?
Positive voltage on pin B
How is the transistor kept off when 28 Volt is present on pin A?
Logic 'one' at the inverting input
What action turns on the emergency lights and floor proximity emergency lighting?
Logic 'zero' at the inverting input
How can the emergency lights be switched off?
Putting 28 Volt on pin C
What is a possible hazard associated with self-illuminating signs?
Inhalation or absorption of gas from breakage of glass envelope
Why should self-illuminating signs be handled carefully?
To avoid gas inhalation from breakage
Study Notes
External Lighting
- External lighting on an aircraft is essential for safe operation and falls into two main categories
- Types of external lighting:
- Navigation lights: mark the extremities of an aircraft and provide position reference
- Red light on left wingtip
- Green light on right wingtip
- White light on tail
- Flashing lights: mark the position of an aircraft
- Landing and taxiing lights: provide forward and lateral illumination
- Lights for wing ice inspection
- Emergency lighting for passenger evacuation
Navigation Lights
- Also known as position lights
- Voltage supply: 28V DC or 115V AC
- Navigation lights on a B737:
- Red on left wingtip
- Green on right wingtip
- White on tail
Landing and Taxiing Lights
- Provide illumination for night landing and taxiing
- Located on wing leading edge or landing gear
- Voltage supply: 28V DC or 115V AC
- Power: 600W for landing lights, 250W for taxi lights
- Boeing 737 has a total of 4 landing lights:
- 2 fixed lights on wing leading edges near fuselage
- 2 retractable lights in outboard flap track fairing
Emergency Lighting
- Emergency lights are powered by battery packs (6V)
- Switching:
- ARMED position: normal in-flight position, battery packs charged
- ON position: 6V lights on, even if main electrical power available
- OFF position: 6V lights off, battery packs charged
- Warning light: "NOT ARMED" displayed if switch is in OFF or ON position during flight
Self-Illuminating Signs
- Hazard: inhalation or absorption of gas released if sign is broken
- Signs are mildly radioactive, handle with care
Master Caution Lights
- Receive inputs from various fault annunciators
- Two master caution lights and one of twelve sections of the master caution annunciators
- Push-to-cancel, push-to-recall function
Passenger Compartment Lights
- Ceiling and window lights provide illumination
- Entry and threshold lights illuminate doorways
- Other cabin lighting systems:
- Lavatory lights
- Reading lights
- Passenger information signs
- Attendant call system
Passenger Service Unit (PSU)
- Contains:
- Reading lights
- Fasten seatbelt and no smoking signs
- Attendant call button
- Air conditioning fans
- Life vest storage
- Oxygen mask storage
Passenger Reading Lights
- Each passenger has a reading light with a touch-control button
- Reading lights can be switched off by a 'Reading Reset' switch on the attendant panel
- 'Read Lights Test' switch enables all reading lights to be switched on for inspection
Cargo and Service Lighting
- Provides illumination for cargo handling and service activities
- Dome lights and floodlights used in cargo compartments, wheel wells, and servicing compartments
- Lights can operate from internal power or external power source
- Light switches provided within the compartments
Flight Compartment Lights
- Provide illumination for flight instruments, controls, and equipment
- Dome lights provide general illumination
- Lightshield provides background lighting for pilots
- Integral lighting for each instrument and instrument panel
- Control stand illuminated by overhead floodlight
- Floodlights illuminate circuit breaker panels
Emergency Exit Signs and Floor Proximity Lights
- Emergency exit signs and floor proximity lights provide guidance during emergency evacuation
- Over-wing escape hatch lights and emergency lighting operation
Explore the importance of lighting in aircraft operations, including external lighting such as navigation lights, flashing lights, and landing lights. Learn about illumination for ice inspection and emergency evacuations. Test your knowledge on aircraft lighting systems!
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