Silver Airways ATR 72 Systems Exam Study Guide Questions with Correct Answers Verified by
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What FMA message will be displayed when conducting a LNAV/VNAV approach and descending
towards the MDA on the FMS calculated vertical path? V-FP
The Vertical Track Alert (VTA) is used to prompt the crew that the Selected Altitude should be
modified to follow the FMS calculated flight plan. True
The propeller on the ATR is: A six-blade propeller driven by a free turbine.
Where are the engine accessories located? In two gearboxes, one on the propeller reduction
and the other on the HP spool.
Ignition can be selected: On the ENG START panel.
Condition Levers control the propeller rotation speed by changing the blade angle. True
On COMM FORMAT, which page is displayed by default? VHF page with EDIT BOX on VHF 1
STBY Frequency
On NAV FORMAT what page is displayed by default? VHF page with EDIT BOX on VHF 1 STBY
Frequency
On SURV FORMAT what page is displayed by default ? XPDR page with EDIT BOX on ATC
Code
ATC Transponder can be tuned through MCP and MCDU only
What are the positions of the condition levers? FUEL S.O., FTR, AUTO, 100% OVRD
,Where is the ENG START PANEL located? Overhead Panel
What indications are displayed on the EWD? TQ, NP, ITT, FUEL USED LB
A red S line limit appears on the ITT indicator for the engine start (950º C). True
If amber dashes appear on an indicator, it means: Signal invalid
What is the power plant for the ATR 72-600? PW 127 N - 2750 SHP free turbine engine
The High Pressure shaft of spool is composed of... The HP compressor and the HP turbine -
NH
The Reduction Gear Box: Is driven by the power turbine and drives the ACW Gen, the PVM
and Propeller brake for the Right engine.
The FCOC (fuel cool oil cooler) provides cooling for the Reduction Gear Box, lubricating and
cooling oil, using hydraulic fluid. False, uses Fuel
For how long must the CL be set in FTR position before shutting down the engine, to check oil
quantity correctly? 20 seconds
If an engine flames out auto ignition is provided if... Condition Lever is not in FTR or FUEL SO
Which of the following is the main component in charge of the propeller's pitch change
operation, blade angle and speed governing controls? The PVM
, The PEC is a dual channel electronic box, which detects, isolates and manages system faults.
True
Which condition does not allow engaging the propeller brake? Aircraft in flight
What are the propeller protections? Propeller overspeed, low pitch and hydraulic pressure
loss
What is the power control parameter? Torque (TQ)
Which PWR MGT rating delivers the highest SHP, TQ and NP? RTO
When EEC is ON, NH is controlled by HMU under what law? Top Law
If gust lock is released and CL #2 is in Auto position, Hotel mode can be selected. False, gust
lock and CL#2 at GI are required for Hotel Mode
What is the engine installed and base line on the ATR? PW 127 F
The PW 127 N super boost increases __________. Thermal Limit
How can the crew select Boost? By a toggle switch on the Engine Rating Panel
If Super Boost is selected, corrected temperature has to be applied on the VCP to match the
objective torque with the super boost thermal function. True
ATPCS is a function that operates in case of: Engine failure
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What FMA message will be displayed when conducting a LNAV/VNAV approach and descending
towards the MDA on the FMS calculated vertical path? V-FP
The Vertical Track Alert (VTA) is used to prompt the crew that the Selected Altitude should be
modified to follow the FMS calculated flight plan. True
The propeller on the ATR is: A six-blade propeller driven by a free turbine.
Where are the engine accessories located? In two gearboxes, one on the propeller reduction
and the other on the HP spool.
Ignition can be selected: On the ENG START panel.
Condition Levers control the propeller rotation speed by changing the blade angle. True
On COMM FORMAT, which page is displayed by default? VHF page with EDIT BOX on VHF 1
STBY Frequency
On NAV FORMAT what page is displayed by default? VHF page with EDIT BOX on VHF 1 STBY
Frequency
On SURV FORMAT what page is displayed by default ? XPDR page with EDIT BOX on ATC
Code
ATC Transponder can be tuned through MCP and MCDU only
What are the positions of the condition levers? FUEL S.O., FTR, AUTO, 100% OVRD
,Where is the ENG START PANEL located? Overhead Panel
What indications are displayed on the EWD? TQ, NP, ITT, FUEL USED LB
A red S line limit appears on the ITT indicator for the engine start (950º C). True
If amber dashes appear on an indicator, it means: Signal invalid
What is the power plant for the ATR 72-600? PW 127 N - 2750 SHP free turbine engine
The High Pressure shaft of spool is composed of... The HP compressor and the HP turbine -
NH
The Reduction Gear Box: Is driven by the power turbine and drives the ACW Gen, the PVM
and Propeller brake for the Right engine.
The FCOC (fuel cool oil cooler) provides cooling for the Reduction Gear Box, lubricating and
cooling oil, using hydraulic fluid. False, uses Fuel
For how long must the CL be set in FTR position before shutting down the engine, to check oil
quantity correctly? 20 seconds
If an engine flames out auto ignition is provided if... Condition Lever is not in FTR or FUEL SO
Which of the following is the main component in charge of the propeller's pitch change
operation, blade angle and speed governing controls? The PVM
, The PEC is a dual channel electronic box, which detects, isolates and manages system faults.
True
Which condition does not allow engaging the propeller brake? Aircraft in flight
What are the propeller protections? Propeller overspeed, low pitch and hydraulic pressure
loss
What is the power control parameter? Torque (TQ)
Which PWR MGT rating delivers the highest SHP, TQ and NP? RTO
When EEC is ON, NH is controlled by HMU under what law? Top Law
If gust lock is released and CL #2 is in Auto position, Hotel mode can be selected. False, gust
lock and CL#2 at GI are required for Hotel Mode
What is the engine installed and base line on the ATR? PW 127 F
The PW 127 N super boost increases __________. Thermal Limit
How can the crew select Boost? By a toggle switch on the Engine Rating Panel
If Super Boost is selected, corrected temperature has to be applied on the VCP to match the
objective torque with the super boost thermal function. True
ATPCS is a function that operates in case of: Engine failure
