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Weight-On-Wheels Proximity Sensors Overview

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Weight-On-Wheels Proximity Sensors Overview

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What function do the Weight-On-Wheels Proximity Sensors serve?

They control the aircraft's altitude.

They detect fuel levels in the aircraft.

They assess the temperature of the landing gear.

They monitor the compression of the landing gear shock struts. (correct)

How many proximity sensors are installed for each gear?

One sensor for each gear.

Four sensors for SYS 1 and SYS 2 at each gear.

Two sensors for SYS 1 and SYS 2 at each gear. (correct)

Three sensors for each gear.

What is the position of the shock absorber when the aircraft is on the ground?

Completely compressed.

FAR from the sensor. (correct)

In flight mode.

NEAR to the sensor.

What is the sensor's target position during flight?

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Which SYS configuration is used with the proximity sensors?

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Weight-On-Wheels (WOW) Proximity Sensors

WOW proximity sensors monitor the compression of the landing gear shock struts, and the movement of the torsion link.
Two independent proximity sensors, for SYS 1 and SYS 2 are installed at each gear.
The shock absorber on the ground is FAR from the sensor.
The shock absorber in flight is NEAR to the sensor.

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This quiz focuses on the functionality and installation of WOW proximity sensors used in aircraft landing gear systems. It discusses how these sensors monitor the landing gear shock struts and their importance for SYS 1 and SYS 2. Test your understanding of this essential aviation technology.