38 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the Ambient Lights in the cockpit area?
To enable safe movement and work by crew members
How many Dome Lights are part of the Ambient Lights system?
Six
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Ambient Lights system?
Flood Lights
What is the total number of Floor Lights in the Ambient Lights system?
Four
How many Briefcase Stowage Lights are part of the Ambient Lights system?
Two
What is the purpose of the 4th Occupant Console Light?
To enable safe movement and work by the 4th occupant
What is the purpose of the Utility Lights in the Flight Compartment?
To provide necessary lighting for crew members to read and write
How many Pilot Reading Lights are part of the Utility Lights?
Two
What type of lights are NOT part of the Utility Lights?
Flood Lights
What is the total number of lights that make up the Utility Lights?
10
What is the purpose of the Crew Member Reading Lights?
To provide necessary lighting for crew members to read and write
What type of system is the Utility Lights a part of?
Flight Compartment Systems
What is the main topic of Chapter 1?
Flight Compartment Lights SubSystem
What is the location of the components mentioned in 1.2.3?
Cockpit
What is the description of the lighting system in 1.3.1?
LMWS General Illumination
Which chapter is related to the cargo hold area?
Chapter 2
What is the purpose of the lights mentioned in 2.1.7?
Aerial Delivery
What is the location of the Side Wall Lights mentioned in 2.1.5?
Cargo Hold
Which type of lighting is not mentioned in Chapter 1?
Cargo Hold Lighting
What is the purpose of the lighting system mentioned in 1.4.1?
Training
What type of voltage is used to supply the Floodlights?
28 VDC
What is used to control the brightness of the Floodlights?
Analog signals from the knobs in the ICPS
What determines the maximum brightness of the Floodlights?
The reception of specific discrete signals
What is the power supply voltage for the Utility Lights?
28 VDC
What is one of the discrete signals that sets the maximum brightness of the Floodlights?
Storm
Which control knob is used to adjust the brightness of the 3rd and 4th Crew Member Reading Lights?
Corresponding control knob
How many knobs in the ICPS control the Floodlights brightness?
Two
What is the total number of Power Supply Units (PSUs) that supply power to the Utility Lights?
2
What is the source of power for the Floodlights?
DC Essential Bus
How many separate brightness controls do the Pilot Reading, Chart Holder, and Crew Rest Area Lights have?
Each light unit has its own brightness control
What is the type of signal used to control the brightness of the Folding Table Lights and the 3rd and 4th Crew Member Reading Lights?
Analog signal
What is the release date of the NTCSS Release 2023-01?
June 23, 2021
What is the main purpose of the Utility Lights in the Flight Compartment?
To supply necessary lighting for crew members to read and write
How many Pilot Reading Lights are part of the Utility Lights?
Two
What type of lights are mentioned in the Utility Lights system?
Pilot Reading Lights, Chart-Holder Lights, and others
How many Crew Rest Area Lights are part of the Utility Lights?
Two
What is the primary function of the Utility Lights?
To provide necessary lighting for crew members
What is the total number of sets of units in the Utility Lights system?
5
Study Notes
Flight Compartment Lights SubSystem
- The Flight Compartment Lights SubSystem consists of Ambient Lights and Utility Lights.
- Ambient Lights comprise:
- Six Dome Lights
- Six Console Lights
- One 4th Occupant Console Light
- Two Briefcase Stowage Lights
- Four Floor Lights
- These lights allow crew members to move and work safely in the cockpit area.
Utility Lights
- Utility Lights consist of:
- Two Pilot Reading Lights
- Two Chart-Holder Lights
- Two Folding Table Lights
- Two Crew Member Reading Lights
- Two Crew Rest Area Lights
- These lights provide necessary lighting for crew members to read and write.
Cargo Hold and Ramp Area Lights SubSystem
- The Cargo Hold and Ramp Area Lights SubSystem includes:
- General Description
- Controls and Indications
- Component Location
- Detailed Description
- Side Wall Lights
- Floor Lights
- Aerial Delivery Lights
- Lavatory Lighting and Passenger Signs
Release Information
- The document was released on June 23, 2021, and is intended for training use only.
Utility Lights
- Utility Lights are supplied with 28 VDC from SEPDC 1 and SEPDC 2
- There are several types of Utility Lights:
- Pilot Reading Lights (2)
- Chart-Holder Lights (2)
- Folding Table Lights (2)
- Crew Member Reading Lights (2)
- Crew Rest Area Lights (2)
- Each light unit has its own brightness controls, except for Folding Table Lights and 3rd and 4th Crew Member Reading Lights, which are controlled by analog signals from corresponding control knobs
Floodlights
- Floodlights are supplied by 28 VDC from the DC Essential Bus
- Floodlights brightness is controlled by analog signals received from two knobs in the ICPS
- Maximum brightness is set by discrete signals from:
- Storm (from dome lights knob)
- Emergency Electrical Configuration (from EEPDC)
This quiz covers the description and operations of the Flight Compartment Lights SubSystem, including general illumination, integral lighting, and component location. Test your knowledge of aircraft lighting systems!
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