Load factor protection A330
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What is the maximum positive load factor limit when the slats are retracted on commercial aircraft?

  • +1 g
  • +3 g
  • +2.5 g (correct)
  • +2 g
  • What is the load factor limitation for an aircraft with slats extended?

  • +2 g to -1 g
  • +2 g to 0 (correct)
  • +3 g to -1 g
  • +1 g to 0
  • During which scenario might high load factors be encountered on commercial aircraft?

  • Normal cruising
  • While ascending
  • During landing approach
  • During evasive maneuvers (correct)
  • What is a key consideration when pulling 'g' during aircraft maneuvers?

    <p>The aircraft must be capable of flying the intended trajectory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 2.5 g trajectory represent in the flight control system?

    <p>The efficient maneuvering capability within the proper flight domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of load factor protection (LFP) in an aircraft?

    <p>To allow an instinctive pilot reaction without overstressing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a pilot pulls the sidestick full aft during a critical situation?

    <p>The aircraft will perform a 2.5g maneuver immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum pitch attitude limit set by the pitch attitude protection system?

    <p>+30° and -15°</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a consequence of excessive pitch attitudes?

    <p>Rapid energy loss or gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does flight experience relate to immediate reactions during emergencies?

    <p>Immediate reactions improve obstacle clearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when the angle-of-attack exceeds αPROT?

    <p>The high angle-of-attack protection activates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum angle-of-attack the flight crew can demand beyond αPROT?

    <p>αMAX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the input demand change when high angle-of-attack protection is activated?

    <p>It alters to an angle-of-attack demand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the pilot's behavior in high angle-of-attack conditions?

    <p>Pilots should avoid flying in high AOA except for brief periods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key function of the flight control computers during high angle-of-attack protection?

    <p>To maintain the angle-of-attack at αPROT.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum value to which the angle of attack (AOA) can be increased by the flight crew input?

    <p>αMAX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the maximum angle of attack as input from the flight crew is applied?

    <p>It increases towards αMAX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition must be met for the flight crew to influence the angle of attack?

    <p>The AOA value must be below αMAX</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between flight crew input and the angle of attack's maximum limit?

    <p>Input is restricted by αMAX</p> Signup and view all the answers

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