B-747 Oral Question Bank & Review (PC)
with Complete Solutions
Are LNAV and VNAV available in alternate navigation? - ANSWER-No
Are operations allowed when the reported braking action is NIL? - ANSWER-No
Are there VMCG issues when applying additional thrust manually during an assumed
temperature thrust takeoff - ANSWER-No, because the assumed temperature thrust
setting is not considered a limitation and VMCG is calculated from the full engine rated
thrust.
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Flight Controls - ANSWER-
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Landing Gear - ANSWER-
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Warning Systems - ANSWER-
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Air Systems - ANSWER-
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Auto Flight & Flight Instruments - ANSWER-
B-747 Oral Question Bank Review
Navigation - ANSWER-
B-747 Oral Question Bank Review - APU - ANSWER-
B-747 Oral Question Bank Review - Electrical - ANSWER-
B-747 Oral Question Bank Review - Fire Protection and Detection - ANSWER-
B-747 Oral Question Bank Review - Fuel System - ANSWER-
,B-747 Oral Question Bank Review - Hydraulics - ANSWER-
B747 Oral Question Bank Review - Engines - ANSWER-
Can amber alert messages be canceled or recalled? - ANSWER--Yes, by pushing the
CANC switch or the RCL switch.
Can ATC monitor airplane position on the ground when the transponder is in STBY? -
ANSWER-No
Can clear air turbulence be sensed by weather radar - ANSWER-No, turbulence can
only be sensed when there is sufficient precipitation
Can either outflow valve maintain cabin altitude - ANSWER-Yes
-One pack is selected off to ensure cabin doors may be opened regardless of the
position of the outflow valves if an emergency evacuation is required immediately after
landing.
Can the APU be operated in flight - ANSWER-Yes
When left running for takeoff it can be operated in flight up to 20,000 feet
Can the glideslope be captured prior to localizer intercept - ANSWER-No, glideslope
capture is inhibited until localizer capture and the intercept angle is within 80 degrees of
the localizer course.
Can warning messages be canceled by pushing the CANC switch? - ANSWER-No
Can you operate the wing anti - ice system on the ground - ANSWER-No, on the
ground, WAI system is inhibited
Can you shut down the APU from outside the airplane - ANSWER-Yes
Located in the right body gear well is the APU Ground Control Fire Protection Panel.
This panel has an APU stop switch, and APU Extinguisher Discharge Switch.
Conduct a CATIII approach briefing for JFK Runway 22L, then do the performance in
flight problem on the next slide. - ANSWER-
Describe how the fuel quantity indication changes upon termination of fuel jettison -
ANSWER-The fuel to remain quantity indication changes from magenta to white.
The fuel to remain quantity flashes for 5 seconds
Describe the condition that would cause VNAV ALT to display as the pitch mode -
ANSWER-A conflict occurs between the VNAV profile and MCP altitude
, Describe the condition that would cause VNAV ALT to display as the pitch mode -
ANSWER-A conflict occurs between the VNAV profile and MCP altitude
Describe the function of the Stabilizer (STAB) Trim Cutout Switches in the AUTO
position - ANSWER--Supplies hydraulic power for stabilizer trim.
-Shuts off related system hydraulic power if unscheduled trim is detected.
Describe the general function of the pressure regulation valve (PRV) - ANSWER-
Prevents damage to ducting and equipment downstream by limiting bleed air pressure
Describe the OFF position of the landing gear. - ANSWER-Landing gear hydraulic
system is depressurized.
Describe what happens when nacelle anti-ice is commanded on - ANSWER-NAI valve
opens
Selected engine igniters operate continuously
Does the Nacelle Anti Ice AUTO function work on the ground? - ANSWER-No
-The auto function only works in flight
During an ILS approach with the autopilot engaged what altitude will the electrical
system isolate - ANSWER-Below 1500 feet radio altitude
During autoland, what action disconnects the autothrottles - ANSWER-A reverse thrust
lever is raised to reverse idle
End of Oral Exam Review Guide - ANSWER-
Equipment cooling provides cooling air for what compartment and systems - ANSWER-
Flight deck equipment
Electrical and equipment racks (E & E bay)
FIRE CARGO FWD: Pressing the FWD cargo fire ARM switch causes what actions -
ANSWER-QRH 8.16
1. Two packs automatically shut down
2. Arms lower cargo compartment fire extinguishers
3. Configures equipment cooling to override mode and turns off all airflow and heat into
lower cargo compartments
4. Closes master trim air valve
Give examples of Immediate Action Items on the Quick Reference Checklist -
ANSWER-1. CABIN ALTITUDE - Rapid Depressurization
2. ENG 1,2,3,4 AUTOSTART - Aborted Engine Start
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