Air Systems

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What are the three sources that can supply the B737NG air system?

Engines, APU, or ground air source (correct)

Engines, APU, or hydraulic system

Engines, electrical system, or external air source

Engines, hydraulic system, or ground air source

What systems rely on bleed air?

Anti-lock brakes, fuel tanks, and landing gear

Air conditioning, anti-icing, and hydraulic reservoirs (correct)

Navigation systems, communication systems, and fuel gauges

Oxygen systems, emergency lighting, and flight controls

At what stages of the compressor section is engine bleed air obtained?

1st and 3rd stages

2nd and 4th stages

5th and 9th stages (correct)

7th and 8th stages

What regulates the pressure of engine bleed air and shuts off if temperature/pressure exceeds limit?

Engine bleed air valve Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the engine bleed air valve?

To regulate engine bleed air pressure and act as a shutoff valve Signup and view all the answers

What illuminates the BLEED TRIP OFF light?

The engine bleed air temperature or pressure exceeding a predetermined limit Signup and view all the answers

What closes the engine bleed air valve if temperature/pressure exceeds limit?

Bleed trip sensors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the isolation valve?

To isolate the left and right sides of the bleed air duct during normal operations Signup and view all the answers

What provides indications to the bleed air duct pressure indicator?

Duct pressure transmitters Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ram air system?

To provide cooling air for heat exchangers Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the air conditioning packs?

To provide temperature-controlled air for the cabin Signup and view all the answers

How many zones does the air conditioning system have?

Three Signup and view all the answers

How is zone temperature controlled in the air conditioning system?

By introducing the proper amount of trim air to the zone supply ducts Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the primary flight deck temperature control fails?

The backup control takes over automatically Signup and view all the answers

What reduces the air conditioning system pack load and the engine bleed air demand?

The recirculation fan system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the pressurization system?

To control cabin altitude and help passengers and crew adjust to changes in altitude during flight Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cabin pressure control system?

To regulate cabin pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the outflow valve and overboard exhaust valve in the pressurization system?

To control cabin air Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bleed air can be supplied by engines, APU, or external air source
Air conditioning, anti-icing, engine starting, hydraulic reservoirs, water tank pressurization, and nitrogen generation systems rely on bleed air
Engine bleed air is obtained from 5th and 9th stages of compressor section
Engine bleed air valve regulates pressure and shuts off if temperature/pressure exceeds limit
Bleed trip sensors close engine bleed air valve if temperature/pressure exceeds limit
Duct pressure transmitters provide indications to the bleed air duct pressure indicator
Isolation valve isolates left and right sides of bleed air duct during normal operations
APU bleed air valve permits APU bleed air flow to the bleed air duct
Ram air system provides cooling air for heat exchangers
Pack temperature control is achieved through electronic controllers and standby pack control is available in case of failure
The air conditioning system has three zones: flight deck, forward passenger cabin, and aft passenger cabin.
The packs produce air temperature to satisfy the zone which requires the most cooling.
Zone temperature is controlled by introducing the proper amount of trim air to the zone supply ducts.
Failure of the primary flight deck temperature control will cause an automatic switch to the backup control.
Any failure affecting the supply of trim air will cause the temperature control system to control both packs independently.
The passenger cabin air supply distribution system consists of the mix manifold, sidewall risers, and an overhead distribution duct.
The recirculation fan system reduces the air conditioning system pack load and the engine bleed air demand.
The equipment cooling system cools electronic equipment in the flight deck and the E & E bay.
A ground air conditioning source may be connected to the mix manifold to distribute preconditioned air throughout the airplane.
Cabin altitude is normally rate-controlled by the cabin pressure controller up to a cabin altitude of 8,000 feet.
The pressurization system uses an outflow valve and overboard exhaust valve to control cabin air.
The AUTO system has two identical controllers, with one as primary and the other as backup.
The AUTO system presets FLT ALT and LAND ALT for the controllers to maintain cabin altitude.
The controller maintains a proportional pressure differential between airplane and cabin altitude.
The AUTO system activates cruise mode and descent mode based on selected altitudes.
The AUTO system has an AUTO FA=L light to indicate faults or excessive pressure changes.
The ALTN mode is activated if the AUTO system fails, and the MANUAL mode is for non-normal situations.
The MANUAL mode allows the flight crew to manually control the outflow valve with a DC motor.
The MANUAL mode can produce rapid changes in cabin pressure, causing discomfort or injury.
The pressurization system helps passengers and crew adjust to changes in altitude during flight.