A320 General Familiarization Practice Test

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• How is a Primary failure indicated on the ECAM memo page?
• What availability timeframe is critical for emergency lighting operation post battery support?
• What system panel is responsible for controlling and monitoring aircraft systems?
• From 15,000 feet to 20,000 feet, how many packs can the APU operate?
• What type of valves are used for overpressure relief in an aircraft?
• Which key function is associated with the AAN LT switch in the cockpit?
• Which computers are responsible for the operation of the primary flight controls?
• How is water pressure provided to the potable water system's tank?
• What is displayed on the lower display unit as selected on the ECAM control panel?
• What is the secondary source of electrical power for the aircraft with an inoperative engine driven generator?
• When the FCU is used to control the Auto Flight, the system is operating in which mode?
• What are the three hydraulic systems in the aircraft?
• Which caution priority indicates a loss of redundancy?
• Which component is responsible for delivering fuel pressure to the engines and APU?
• Which instruments rely on the Pitot Probe?
• Which lever position would you use for cruise or holding?
• What occurs when the main gear strut is compressed?
• When is the wing anti-ice system typically activated?
• How many flight phases does the Flight Warning System categorize?
• What is the first flight phase in the Flight Warning System?
• To what flight altitude can the APU provide maximum electrical power?
• What color are maintenance items displayed as on the STATUS page?
• Which aspect is NOT part of the flight control system's automated protections?
• What color is used in ECAM for titles and remarks that guide the crew through procedures?
• In the context of hydraulic systems, what is the primary function of the yellow hydraulic system in the A320?
• Where does the STS reminder flash when the STATUS page holds a Class 2 message after engine shut-down?
• What type of door is the bulk compartment door classified as?
• What happens to the operations of the FWD and AFT cargo doors when the electric pump is disabled?
• In the event of a power failure, which lights are expected to operate from battery power?
• Which section of the E/WD display shows various messages throughout the flight?
• What color will the T.O. CONFIG indication change to if an error is detected after a configuration test?
• Where will the SD or STATUS page be displayed when the lower DU has failed if you select ECAM/ND XFR switch?
• What is the function of the wing lights?
• What system is installed on the A320 for rejected takeoff and landing?
• How many economy seats does a standard A320 typically have?
• How many slat segments are there on the leading edge?
• Which instrument system provides backup flight information?
• Which of the following is NOT a parameter being simulated by the T.O. CONFIG TEST?
• Ground spoilers aid in _____ during rejected takeoffs and landings.
• What are referred to as "attention getters" in the cockpit?
• What is located to the left of the Electronic Centralized Aircraft Monitor (ECAM)?
• Spoilers 2, 3, and 4 can be extended in flight as?
• What happens to the ground spoilers if there is no weight on the main gear?
• Which memos display the key items for takeoff and landing?
• What is the main component used for providing reverse thrust?
• What type of messages does the STATUS page display?
• Ground spoilers can only extend when there is ________.
• What happens if the oxygen blowout disk is missing in the A320?
• Which unit serves as the interface for the pilot to manage the flight systems?
• What device allows the pilot to select various display modes on the navigation display (ND)?
• Which fuel tank can supply fuel to both engines and the APU?
• Which level of priority involves the Master WARN light flashing?
• Where does the inlet air for the APU enter the aircraft?
• The secondary flight controls require ____ to operate.
• Which component serves as a backup control for the elevators?
• What mechanism is used to select vertical and lateral modes along with speed control in an aircraft?
• How are pilot seats in the aircraft typically operated?
• What does the LDG Memo display for flaps if the flight controls are operating in Alternate or Direct law modes?
• What does the Slat Flap Control Computers (SFCC) primarily do?
• Which action will not operate the cargo doors?
• What happens to the flaps if the airspeed increases above VFE (210 kts)?
• What color does the ECAM FAILURE appear in when listed as an Independent failure?
• Which cockpit lights provide shadow-free flood lighting?
• What is the minimum crew requirement for operating an A320?
• Controls the position of the slats and flaps.
• How many fire protection bottles does the APU have?
• How many fire agent bottles are present per engine?
• How many packs can the APU operate until 15,000 feet?
• How many priority levels are detected by the Flight Warning System?
• What system provides fresh water to the galleys and lavatory sinks and toilets?
• What occurs during a configuration test if all items are correctly set for takeoff?
• What dictates the restrictions for using the APU as a power source?
• What type of fault can the STATUS page report?
• What controls the flow of air to the cabin during flight?
• Which system provides automated protection against various adverse conditions during flight?
• What type of failure results from a Primary failure and can cause systems to operate at a degraded level?
• Which feature distinguishes the bulk compartment door from other cargo doors?
• When does the strobe light operate automatically in AUTO mode?
• What type of information do inhibit memos provide to the crew?
• Where can the control for the fire protection agent bottle for the APU be found?
• What type of light is found under each wing of the aircraft?
• Which type of ECAM FAILURE indicates that a component affects the operation of others, leading to potential failures?
• What happens if an item on the T.O. memo becomes abnormal?
• What is the approximate range of the A320?
• What mode is the Auto Flight system said to be in when controlled by an MCDU?
• How is electrical power provided for the emergency lights?
• What will happen if a failure occurs prior to an inhibited phase?
• What color on the ECAM indicates that the crew should be aware of a configuration or failure without the need for immediate action?
• How many units make up the Primary Flight Display?
• When a component causes other systems to degrade, what is this referred to?
• In what scenario can the STATUS page be accessed on the lower DU?
• What type of brakes do the main gear wheels in an A320 have?
• Where is the wing anti-ice system applied?
• What powers the Thrust Reverse System in the engine?
• In the ECAM system, what is indicated by an amber memo on the left page?
• What is one of the main functions of the Emergency Lighting System?
• How does the T.O. Memo assist pilots during takeoff preparation?
• Provide control for the hydraulically operated slats and flaps.
• What happens if the airspeed is at or below 210 kts while flaps transition from position 2 to 1?
• When flaps transition from 2 to 1 at or below 210 kts, what is the resulting configuration?
• Which system is vital for selecting flight parameters and modes in an aircraft?
• What are the three types of ECAM failures?
• If the airspeed increases above 210 kts while flaps are moving from 2 to 1, what happens?
• When the electric pump operates the FWD and AFT cargo doors, which other items can operate in the yellow system?
• Which secondary flight control is controlled by the SECs?
• During single display operation, how long can the SD or STATUS page be displayed on the lower DU?
• How are the emergency lights controlled?
• Where can you find the list of related systems warnings and cautions provided along with a list of phases of flight where they are inhibited?
• Which parameters are permanently displayed on the bottom of the System Display (SD)?
• What alerts the crew to review the STATUS page?
• Which color indicates that an item is operating normally according to ECAM color conventions?
• What level of priority results in the MATER CAUT light illuminating steadily?
• What does the Blue Hydraulic System primarily use for pressurization?
• What is indicated by various lights on the overhead panel during flight?
• Which flaps are on the trailing edge?
• What color are memos indicating abnormal conditions?
• What occurs to the flaps at CONF 1 when airspeed exceeds 210 kts during transition?
• What will happen if a failure occurs during an inhibited phase?
• Which of the following is correct about the ice indicator?
• When will the E/WD page move down to the lower DU?
• Where on the E/WD are Primary or Independent Failures and Memos displayed?
• Which fuel tank is normally used to supply the APU?
• Where is the ice indicator located on the aircraft?
• When airspeed is at or below 100 kts and moving from flap 0 to flap 1, what configuration results?
• Where are the controls for the exterior lighting located?
• What type of air is expelled from the APU exhaust?
• How many dome lights are present in the cockpit?
• Which page displays an operational summary of the aircraft status after failures are detected?
• In which flight phase does the FWS display alerts for 1500' or 2 minutes after Lift Off?
• How does the A320 communicate ground crew with Pilots during pushback?
• What is the primary function of an APU?
• Which of the following is true about a Level 1 caution?
• How long will a desired systems page be displayed temporarily on the upper DU when the lower DU fails?
• What is the primary function of the EMER EXT LT switch when set to ARM?
• Which light indicator signifies that a pushbutton is not in its normal position?
• Which lights are primarily utilized for safety during ground operations?
• What is the significance of the 800 ft on descent in the flight phases?
• Which of the following sensors provides angle of attack information?
• How many cargo compartments and doors does the A319 have?
• What does the Glareshield contain?
• What continues to flow normally while reverse thrust is provided?
• What additional information does the ECAM provide to the flight crew?
• A level 3 warning indicates what kind of condition in flight?
• What does a level 3 warning necessitate from the crew?
• Which display unit shows the engine parameters and provides abnormal and emergency checklists?
• What is the resulting configuration if airspeed is above 210 kts for flaps 2 to 1?
• Where is engine anti-ice applied on the aircraft?
• Which component is essential for the APU to provide bleed air?
• Which unit provides the means to select vertical and lateral modes as well as speed control?
• Which memo indicates that an incorrect configuration is present before takeoff?
• What is indicated by the total air temperature probe?
• What is the lowest priority level in the Flight Warning System that does not trigger an aural alert or MASTER CAUT?
• What distinguishes an Independent failure in terms of its impact on other systems?
• Which visual cue indicates a system operation is functioning temporarily and normally?
• Where are the strobe lights located on the aircraft?
• What component controls cabin pressurization and exhausting airflow?
• What is located underneath the fuselage near the nose section of the A320 and leads to the avionics compartment?
• From flap 0 to 1, at or below 100 kts, what is the resulting configuration for slats and flaps?
• What color is displayed on the E/WD when the landing lights are extended?
• What does the APU stand for in aircraft systems?
• What is the result for flaps from position 2 to 1 when airspeed is above 210 kts?
• Which lights are typically turned on before aircraft movement or before aircraft start?
• What does a Green Light indicate in the context of aircraft operation?
• What is needed to open or close the cargo doors besides manual locking and unlocking?
• Which of the following is NOT a location for the strobe lights?
• Which part of the E/WD displays primary engine parameters?
• Which hydraulic system features an electric motor driven pump that is typically used for ground operations?
• What provides a maximum steering angle of 6 degrees in an A320?
• Which system controls the automated flight route within the aircraft?
• Which display provides essential flight parameters to the pilot?
• Which hydraulic system is primarily pressurized by an electric motor driven pump?
• What device can provide pressure from the green hydraulic system to the yellow hydraulic system or vice versa?
• What is one of the roles of the separate static ports in an aircraft?
• What are the three basic groups of emergency lighting?
• Which of the following statements best describes the ECAM system?
• The ELACs control which specific primary flight controls?
• Which aural warning has the highest priority among all aural warnings?
• Where are water quantity indications displayed in the aircraft?
• What does the T.O. CONFIG TEST simulate?
• What is the primary function of ground spoilers during landing?
• During normal cruise, what is the visibility of memos?
• During which phase does the crew receive the most accurate information from the ECAM?
• Which display unit is used for abnormal and emergency checklists and warnings?
• What are the three types of cargo doors for the A320?
• Which position must the EMER EXT LT switch be in for the DC DCHED ESS Bus to charge the internal batteries?
• List the priority levels used by the Flight Warning System in order.
• Which cargo door can be manually operated and opened from both inside and outside?
• Which part of the aircraft is primarily protected by the Engine Fire Detection System?
• Which hydraulic systems are normally pressurized by engine driven pumps?
• In general, the flight controls on the A320 require which two components?
• What does the display of 8s in all LCDs indicate during the TEST of the AAN LT switch?
• What does the T.O. CONFIG TEST ensure?
• Usually, how many Secondary failures can one Primary failure lead to?
• What is displayed during the time shortly after the 2nd Engine shutdown?
• A level 3 priority is characterized by which of the following?
• Which of the following is a sample of secondary flight controls?
• Electrical anti-ice is applied to which of the following?
• Where is the weather radar antenna located on the A320?
• What occurs when the AAN LT switch is set to TEST?
• Which compartments are designed to hold containerized cargo in the A320?
• The movement of the ailerons and elevators is a response to which input?
• What color is INOP SYS displayed as on the STATUS page?
• How many wing lights does the aircraft have?
• What will ultimately happen to the upper DU display after the lower DU fails?
• What is the role of the 3 Spoiler Elevator Computers (SECs) in the A320?
• What protects the braking system on the main gear wheels of the A320?
• What hydraulic systems are used to manually move the Terminal Horizontal Stabilizer (THS)?
• What is typically associated with a Level 2 Caution?
• In flight, what is the primary function of the Autothrust system?
• Which of the following is NOT a component that activates in the event of a normal electrical power failure?
• What kind of system strategy is incorporated for automated flight control in the A320?
• Which of the following is NOT displayed on the STATUS page?
• What can be used for emergency exit located on each side of the flight deck?
• What color indicates messages that apply to specific pieces of equipment or situations in ECAM?
• What does a Level 2 priority require from the crew?
• In the event of a THS failure, what would be the expected behavior?
• Where does the APU exhaust discharge?
• Which component primarily provides hydraulic pressure for the cargo doors?
• The pressurization system can operate in which modes?
• Which hydraulic system is responsible for operating the cargo doors?
• What is the expected operation time from battery power on an A320?
• Which items are displayed on the CRUISE page for monitoring during the flight?
• When does a T.O. memo typically appear?
• What system generates messages including warnings or cautions upon failure?
• How are other specific inhibits in effect during certain phases of flight?
• What does the Electronic Centralized Aircraft Monitor (ECAM) provide?
• Which lighting feature enhances safety during taxiing and takeoff?
• How many levels of priority are there in the described caution levels?
• What color in the ECAM indicates a configuration or a failure that requires immediate correction?
• Which unit connects the Auto Flight system with navigation and performance data?
• What will be displayed when the takeoff and landing inhibits are enabled in the FWS?
• Where is the APU located within the aircraft?
• Which component allows fuel from either wing tank to be used for any engine or APU?
• Which type of failure does the term “degraded level of operation” most commonly refer to?
• Which alert indicates a non-critical failure that can be managed normally?
• What message indicates the strobe lights are turned off?
• What is the full form of MCDU in aviation?
• How many flashing red beacon lights are on the aircraft?
• What is the primary function of the ADIRUs on the A320?
• What does the communication control on the pedestal manage?
• Which phases of flight will the LDG INHIBIT appear?
• Which dome light can operate on battery power?
• When is the flow of bleed air typically applied in the aircraft?
• A Level 1 priority indicates what condition in the aircraft systems?
• What should a pilot do when they receive a red warning on the ECAM?
• What color is other information displayed as on the STATUS page?
• What system provides lighting for an emergency evacuation?
• What mechanism allows for steering during taxi in an A320?
• What are the two conditions for a failure to occur as it relates to ECAM inhibit?
• Which system is normally engaged after takeoff to set power in flight?
• What color are corrections to apply for landing displayed as on the STATUS page?
• How does a Level 1 priority appear in the E/WD without displaying a system page on the SD?
• What type of lights are included in emergency lighting systems?
• How many types of cargo doors are mentioned for the A320?
• What action is indicated by a green T.O. CONFIG?
• What does FCU stand for in the context of aircraft avionics?
• How are the primary flight controls on the A320 operated?
• Which type of ECAM FAILURE refers to a component or system that is affected but functions independently of other components?
• How does the ECAM indicate the importance of a failure or indication?
• Which phases of flight will the T.O. INHIBIT appear?
• What message is displayed on the Engine/Warning Display when the strobe lights are OFF in flight?
• Which panel holds the ECAM control panel and various engine and communication controls?
• During the Takeoff inhibit, what is displayed in the FWS?
• What must be present for the THS to operate correctly?
• What does ADIRU stand for?
• Until when is the CRUISE page displayed before being replaced by the WHEEL page?
• During landing and shutdown, when is the WHEEL page replaced by the DOORS page?
• What visual indication occurs for a Level 3 priority?
• What is the primary function of the electrical anti-ice system in flight operations?
• Which cargo compartment is found at the front of the aircraft?
• Where is pressurized refueling typically accomplished?
• What system supplies air conditioning packs during flight?
• Which primary control is normally handled by the Flight Augmentation Computers (FACs)?
• How is a Secondary failure visually represented on the ECAM memo page?
• How many strobe lights are present on the aircraft?
• Spoilers 1 to 5 operate as _________ and are normally armed for automatic deployment during an RTO or during landings.
• Which color in the ECAM is employed to display actions to be carried out by the crew?
• Four of the spoilers automatically augment _____.
• What color are Canceled cautions displayed as on the STATUS page?
• What emergency light activates if only AC BUS 1 fails?
• Where can one find the status of the aircraft doors when parked?
• What does the abbreviation ECAM stand for in the cockpit context?
• What appears on the lower ECAM?
• What is the normal position of the EMER EXT LT switch during flight operations?
• What happens to certain alerts during high workload periods, such as takeoff?
• What color light is used to indicate that certain switches are operational?
• What type of cargo door on the A320 is manually operated?
• Where are the beacon lights located?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the T.O. Memo?
• What device provides static pressure to the standby airspeed indicator and altimeter?
• What information is displayed in the right part of the top section of the E/WD?
• What color are memos that indicate temporary normal operations on the ECAM system?
• Which T.O. Memo item will trigger a CONFIG warning if incorrectly set?
• What is installed at the hydraulic maintenance panel when the electric pump is inoperative?
• What component controls the landing gear unit in an A320?
• What type of display does the weather radar antenna typically provide?
• What color are Limitations displayed as on the STATUS page?
• What is the function of the AC power receptacle on the A320?
• What type of locking mechanism is used for the cargo doors?
• In which direction do the doors of the Forward and Aft cargo compartments open?
• If there are no ECAM Failures, when is the ENGINE page replaced by the CRUISE page?
• What happens to the MAINTENANCE page after an engine shut-down?
• What provides the flight crew with oxygen in an A320?
• What determines the priority of appearance for warnings and cautions on the E/WD in the Flight Warning System?
• What component allows control of the altimeter setting displayed on the Primary Flight Display?
• In auto flight operation, if the FCU is not selected for control, what mode is the system not in?
• What appears if more messages are applicable than can be displayed on the STATUS page?
• Which display indicates Advisory status with a pulsing normal white item title on the respective system page?
• Which lights activate when the EMER EXT LT switch is in the ARM position and normal electrical power fails?
• Which configuration is achieved with slats extended at over 100 kts?
• When does the LDG Memo appear?
• Normally controlled by one of three electrical motors which are signaled by the ELACs or SECs.
• What type of system does the A320's AC power receptacle support?
• These spoilers when acting as ________ destroy lift and induce drag to decelerate the aircraft or increase descent rates.
• When does the screen display the MAINTENANCE page?
• When is it appropriate for the crew to disregard an ECAM warning?
• What color are Approach procedures displayed as on the STATUS page?
• Which flight phase indicates a speed of 80 knots?
• What will happen to the THS if both the green or yellow hydraulic system fail?
• What happens to APU operation above 20,000 feet?
• What is the primary purpose of the landing gear lever?
• What type of light indicates an abnormal condition within the aircraft systems?
• What is the last line of the T.O. Memo?
• What type of rudder input requires mechanical operation and does not involve computers?
• What system does the aircraft rely on for inputs from the Flight Control Unit (FCU) and Multifunction Control Display Units (MCDUs)?
• At what configuration will flaps result from going from flap 0 to 1 above 100 kts?
• What are provided by the ECAM system when specific system parameters need to be monitored?
• What system detects fire conditions and controls engine fire protection?
• How many positions does the FLAP lever have?
• Which display provides all primary attitude and flight information to the pilots?
• What must be serviced before flight if the crew oxygen is missing in an A320?
• When does the STATUS page appear automatically during flight?
• How does the FWS minimize distractions during critical flight phases?
• What can the Blue System operate to provide electrical power during flight?
• What equipment is found on the right side of the ECAM?
• Which lever allows the spoilers to be lowered as speedbrakes?
• Which warning requires that the crew take immediate corrective measures?
• What will be indicated in the FWS during the Landing inhibit?
• What is the role of the rudder pedals in the A320?
• Which system holds the Master Caution/Warning Lights and EFIS control panels?
• The FACs provide ___________ to the rudders.
• What mechanism is used to lock or unlock the door on the A320?
• What type of lighting do dome lights provide in the cockpit?
• When will the E/WD stop displaying the warning for a failure that occurs prior to an inhibited phase?
• For how long can you test the wing anti-ice system on the ground?
• What does ND stand for in the context of cockpit displays?
• Which section of the E/WD displays the Special Lines and Secondary Failures?
• What are the three laws involved in the flight control system?
• What is a key feature of the A320’s flight control laws?
• Which component is responsible for flushing toilets in the aircraft?