30 Questions
What is the primary function of an Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
To give pilots lateral and vertical guidance towards the runway
What type of distance is measured by a Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)?
Slant-range distance
What is the primary benefit of using an Instrument Landing System (ILS)?
To increase the reliability of every landing and reduce the decision altitude
What is the role of a DME transmitter in aviation systems?
To transmit the slant-range distance to the aircraft
What is the relationship between a DME transmitter and other instruments?
It is usually coupled with a VOR, DVOR, or CVOR
What is the purpose of an NDB in aviation systems?
It is a type of navigation aid
What is the primary purpose of a DVOR system?
To provide navigation signals for aircraft
What is a characteristic of a Pier/Finger terminal configuration?
Centralized facilities
What is a disadvantage of a Satellite terminal configuration?
Long distance from the check-in counter to the gate
What is used to classify NDB stations?
Signal range
What is a common issue with Pier/Finger terminals during peak times?
Congestion in the terminal
What frequency range is used by DVOR systems?
108.00 to 117.95 MHz
What is the primary function of the slant-range distance in aviation?
To assist during the flight path, descent, and landing
What is the formula used to calculate the slant-range distance (S)?
S = √(G^2 + H^2)
What is the purpose of an Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) in an aircraft?
To determine the bearing and display the position of the aircraft relative to the NDB transmitter
What is the characteristic of the signal transmitted by a Non-Directional Beacon (NDB)?
It is omnidirectional and covers all directions
What is the role of the NDB transmitter in aviation?
To provide navigation aid during approach
What is the advantage of using NDBs in aviation?
It enables pilots to plot a course to their destination
What is the primary function of a Blast PED device?
For safe and centralized remote blast initiation
What is the main goal of an Operator Independent Truck Dispatch System (TDS)?
To make effective utilization of equipment and manpower
What type of system does not require personal interference?
Machine to Machine communication
Which system is essential for managing emergency situations?
Fire Detection / Protection System
What is the purpose of Auto Inter-locking between different equipment?
To manage interactions between different equipment
What type of communication is used in Blast PED devices?
Remote control systems
What is the purpose of sending a request to Train #36 and selecting image camera #2?
To capture video stream for the OCC
What triggers the automatic display of train-borne camera images at the OCC?
PEC activation, saloon door obstruction, driving console cover opening, detrainment door activation, fire extinguisher removal, saloon door emergency handle switch activation, and smoke detection
What is the primary function of the Operation Control Center (OCC)?
To control the movement of trains in the network
What allows communication by sending signals on cables?
Fiber Optic cables
What device is installed onto the track to detect train movement?
Axle counter
What is the purpose of the Front Camera for Detrainment?
To monitor the detrainment door activation
Learn about the different types of navigation systems used in airports, including Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), Non-Directional Beacon (NDB), and Doppler VHF Omnidirectional Range (DVOR).
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