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14 ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT
SYLLABUS
5.14 Electromagnetic Environment L2 Influence of the following phenomena on maintenance practices for electronic system:
EMC-Electromagnetic Compatibility EMI-Electromagnetic Interference HIRF-High Intensity Radiated Field Lightning/lightning protection
Ref: AC 20-158
ADVERSED EXPERIENCES
Gross navigation error in a passenger aircraft in USA (from Newark to San Maarten) caused by a portable tv set used by a passenger. Lap top used by a passenger affected the navigation equipment during aircraft take-off and landing.
ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENT
Caused by transmission of electrical energy in space, e.g from radar, radio or TV. Like current flowing in a wire, magnetic fields are created.
EMI
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE
Electromagnetic interference or EMI, also called radio frequency interference or RFI. It is the disturbance that affects an electrical circuit due to either electromagnetic induction or electromagnetic radiation emitted from an external source. If avionics equipments are left unprotected, may cause serious flight safety issues.
EMI IN AIRCRAFT
Sources of interferences
External Electrical Systems e.g brushes, switches Engines system ignition system Inadequate bonding Faulty static discharger/wicks
WHAT IS HIRF
It is High Intensity Radiated Fields (electromagnetic energy) external to the aircraft, of a strength sufficient to have adverse affect on aircraft safety. Note: The source of energy is external, exclude onboard system and static sources.
LIGHTNING
The high energy and high voltage can affect the aircraft hardware as well as the data. The high transient discharge current can damage the skin of the aircraft and the bonding wires.
TYPICAL INSPECTION
(P166)