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FLASHCARDS IN HYDRAULICS DECK (6)
How many systems are there?
3
Left, right & centre
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1
What airplane systems are on the right and left

hydraulic systems?
Flight controls, and their respective thrust reversers.
What does the centre hydraulic system power?
Flaps, steering, gear, Flt controls

3
What is the usual hydraulic pressure?
5000 psi
What pumps run for 3 minutes after second engine

start?
All demand pumps.

5
What pumps come on during take off?
Demand pumps, until flaps are up.

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Where is HYD system indications displayed
HYD synoptic and on STAT page
(Press and QTY)

2
What do each systems Power
L&R System:
Flight Controls
L&R Spoilers
same side engine thrust reverser
Center System: (High load components)

Flight Controls
L&R Spoilers
Ldg Gear
Slats
Nose Gear steering
Flaps
3
What pumps are used for Left and Right HYD

system
Primary - EDP (eng driven pump)
Secondary - EMP (Electric Motor-Driven Pump)
(EMP only used when demand is high or EDP had

failed)
What pumps are used for the Center HYD system
2 EMP's (C1 & C2)
(rotates primary role every calendar day)

5
Describe the RAT
5,000 PSI pump

Emerg source of HYD Press and Elec power
Pressurizes the Center HYD system and Primary
flight control components only
(can supply HYD and Elec simultaneously)
How is QTY displayed on the STAT pg
displayed as a % of normal service level
(LO - LOw
RF - requires ReFilling
OF - Over Full)
7
Can you transfer HYD pressure or fluid from one

system to another
NO
When will FAULT in Yellow on the Primary Eng pump

switch
Pressure is low
high fluid temp
switched off
9
What does the Fire switch pulled do to the HYD
closes the SOV and HYD fluid to the ENG pump is

cut off
10
What are the RT & LT Demand Pump (EMP) three

control positions for
OFF
AUTO - operate to system Logic
ON - run continuously with Non-Normal procedure
(Same for the Center EMP)

11
When do the L & R Demand Pump (EMP) work

automatically
Low Press
On GRD for the first 3 Min after second eng is
started
T/O Thrust to Flap Retracted
Gear down RA < 1,000 ft until GS < 40 kts
Thrust reverser operation
12
When does the FAULT lite below each of the 4 EMP

switch illuminate
operation but low press

fluid temp excessive
pump off
13
When do the Center Demand Pumps (EMP) work

automatically
Low Press
On GRD for the first 3 Min after second eng is
started
T/O Thrust to RA > 2,000 ft
Gear down RA < 2,000 ft until A/S < 60 kts
when Flaps and Slats are in motion
14
When does auto isolation occur
in the event of leak
(purpose to protect gear and NWS operation)

15
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Can the RAT be stowed after deployment
NO
16
When does automatic RAT deployment occur
both eng Fail

3 HYD press low
loss of Elec to CA and FO instruments
All 4 EMP's in flight
All 4 EMP's and a Eng fails on T/O or LDG
17
How do you know the RAT is supplying at least

3,000PSI
RAT switch PRESS light goes White
18
Can RAT occur on the ground
YES
19
What is the normal range for HYD press
> 3,000 (white)

< 3,000 (Yellow)
20
What does a Grey Box mean on the Synoptic
invalid signal
21
What is a symbol for a failed pump
Yellow X across box
22
What is the Flight control surfaces switch for
LOCK the control surfaces

Maint action
Normal operation is to LOCK

do not unlock
23
Before start check what order do we turn the EMP's

on
And Parking
Right to left
Left to right
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The center hydraulic system has an isolation function which ____.
A. ensures the flight crew can lower the landing gear.
B. allows nosewheel steering to be operational for landing, rollout
and taxi.
C. may be activated by the flight crew by deselecting the C1 and
C2 hydraulic pump switches in flight.
D. A and B are correct.
Normal brakes are powered ____.

A. Hydraulically by the right system
B. Hydraulically by the center system
C. Electrically
D. None of the above
C. Electrically
The Center Demand pump operates ____.

A. On the ground for the first three minutes after the second
engine is started
B. from T/O thrust set until above 2000ft RA and during decent
when RA is less than 2000ft until groundspeed is below 60kts.
C. Flaps and Slats are in motion.
D. All the above
D. All the above
The left hydraulic system powers which systems?

• Alternate & Reserve brake system
• Nose Gear Steering
• Some flight controls and left engine thrust reverser.
• Stabilizer Trim
• Some flight controls and left engine thrust reverser.
What is the minimum number of hydraulic systems required for

"adequate airplane controllability"?
• One
• None
• Two
• Three
• One
With the left or right hydraulic demand pump selectors in the

AUTO position, which of the following is true?
A. Pumps operate from takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted.
B. Pumps operate with system low pressure.
C. Pumps operate during thrust reverser operation.
D. All the above
D. All the above
Which hydraulic pump(s) may be shed to allow the electrical

system to provide power to other systems?
A. Center demand pump
B. Left Demand Pump.
C. Right Demand Pump.
D. All the above
D. All the above
The C1 Primary hydraulic pump & reserve fluid are dedicated to

operating:
• Center hydraulic system flight controls.
• Reserve Brakes.
• landing gear actuation and nosewheel steering.
• Normal Brakes.
• landing gear actuation and nosewheel steering.
Which of the following will cause the RAT to deploy automatically

in flight?
A. Loss of two electric motor pumps (EMP)
B. Loss of electrical power to the FO's flight instrument bus.
C. Loss of any two hydraulic systems.
D. Left, Center, and Right Hydraulic pressure low.
10
What component(s) does the RAT hydraulically power?

A. Alternate gear extension system.
B. Normal brakes (after landing and airspeed below 60 kts).
C. Primary flight control components normally powered by the
center hydraulic system.
D. All of the above.
C. Primary flight control components normally powered by the center hydraulic
system.
11
Auto land is inoperative for which of the following conditions?
• Center primary hydraulic pump pressure is low.
• Right hydraulic demand pump is inoperative.
• Autoland is always available.
• Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.
• Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.
12
What happens if both the C1 and C2 Pump selectors are

positioned to ON at the same time?
• Both pumps will run.
• Only the C2 pump will operate.
• Only the C1 pump will operate.
• Both the C1 and C2 pumps will operate only if the L or R
PRIMARY pump has low pressure.
• Both pumps will run.
13
Which of the following components are powered by the right

hydraulic system?
A. Normal brakes
B. Some flight controls.
C. Right engine thrust reverser.
D. Both B and C are correct.
14
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) may be manually or automatically

deployed.
A. True.
B. False
A. True.
15
The primary hydraulic pump FAULT lights illuminate (amber)

when the following occurs:
A. Low primary pump pressure.
B. Excessive primary pump fluid temperature.
C. Pump selected OFF.
D. All the above.
D. All the above.
16
In the AUTO position, the right hydraulic system demand pump:

A. Operates from takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted
B. Operates when system, or primary pump pressure is low.
C. With landing gear lever down and below 1000 RA to ground
speed less than 40kts
D. All the above.
D. All the above.
17
Where would you find hydraulic quantity indications?

A. Secondary Engine Instruments.
B. Status Display.
C. Hydraulic Synoptic.
D. Both B and C.
D. Both B and C.
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The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) deploys automatically in

flight under which of the following conditions?
Loss of two electric motor-driven pumps

(EMPs)
Loss of electrical power to the Captain’s flight

instruments
Loss of any two hydraulic systems
All three hydraulic system pressures low

All three hydraulic system pressures low
Regarding the hydraulic systems,...
the airplane has three independent 5000 psi

systems: left, right and center.
the hydraulic reservoirs are pressurized by the

bleed air system.
the center hydraulic system has two air-driven

hydraulic demand pumps for periods of high
system demand.
if center hydraulic system pressure is sensed

low, the reserve brakes are isolated from the
center system.
the airplane has three independent 5000 psi

systems: left, right and center.
3
The left and right hydraulic systems are virtually

identical. The left hydraulic system powers…
flight controls, left thrust reverser, left wing

spoiler.
flight controls, left thrust reverser, right and left

wing spoilers.
flight controls, left thrust reverser, right wing

spoiler.
flight controls, left thrust reverser, landing gear

activation.
flight controls, left thrust reverser, right and left

wing spoilers.
4
The center hydraulic system is pressurized by…
two electric motor–driven pumps (EMPs), C1

and C2.
two engine-driven pumps and two electrically

driven demand pumps.
two electrically driven primary pumps and two

air-driven demand pumps.
two air-driven primary pumps and two

electrically driven demand pumps.
two electric motor–driven pumps (EMPs), C1

and C2.
5
The two center hydraulic electric motor-driven pumps

(EMPs) alternate as primary pump and demand
pump. The primary pump operates continuously after
the second engine is started. The demand pump will
operate for the first three minutes after the second
engine is started, when system pressure is low and
under three other conditions. Which of the following
is NOT a condition during which the center demand
pump operates?
From beginning of takeoff roll until the gear is

up and the gear doors are closed
Flaps or slats are in motion
From takeoff thrust set until radio altitude

exceeds 2000 feet
During descent when the gear lever is down

and radio altitude less than 2000 feet until
groundspeed less than 60 knots
From beginning of takeoff roll until the gear is

up and the gear doors are closed
6
In addition to flight controls, the center hydraulic

systems powers…
landing gear actuation and nose gear steering.
leading edge slats and trailing edge flaps.
right and left wing spoilers.
All of the above are correct.

7
The left and right hydraulic system electric motor-

driven pumps (EMPs) provide supplementary
hydraulic power for periods of high system demand
as well as a backup hydraulic power source for the
engine-driven primary pumps. In the AUTO position,
the demand pumps operate when system low
pressure is detected and for the first three minutes
after the second engine is started on the ground,
under what additional conditions will the EMPs
operate?
From takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted
During descent and landing from gear down or

RA less than 1000 feet to groundspeed less
than 40 knots

8
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT), when deployed provides

hydraulic and electrical power throughout the flight
envelope.
True
False
True
9
Hydraulic quantity is displayed on the status display

as a percentage of the normal service level (1.00 is
normal). In addition to quantity indications, LO
(amber), OF (white) and RF (white) are displayed to
indicate required servicing. OF and RF are inhibited
in flight.
True
False
True
10
The left and right hydraulic demand pumps are…
Engine Driven Pumps (EDPs).
Air Driven Pumps (ADPs).
Electric Motor-driven Pumps (EMPs).
Power Transfer Units (PTUs).
Electric Motor-driven Pumps (EMPs).

11
The left and right hydraulic systems each have a

demand pump that is an electric motor-driven pump
(EMP). In the AUTO position, the L and R demand
pumps will operate under which of the following
conditions?
Flaps are in the Flaps 30 position
Flaps not up
During a single engine go-around after the

flaps have been retracted to the UP position

12
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT), when deployed,

provides 5000 psi hydraulic power to the primary
flight controls connected to which hydraulic system?
Left
Center
Right
None of the above. The RAT serves as an

emergency source of electrical power only.
Center
13
The center hydraulic system is pressurized by…
one electric motor-driven pump (EMP) as a

primary pump and an air-driven pump (ADP)
that serves as a demand pump.
two air driven pumps (ADPs).
one electric motor-driven pump (EMP).
two electric motor-driven pumps (EMPs) that

alternate as a primary and demand pump.
two electric motor-driven pumps (EMPs) that

alternate as a primary and demand pump.
14
The center hydraulic system has isolation

functionality in the event of a leak. Specifically, the
isolation system uses three isolation valves and a
reservoir standpipe to ensure the flight crew can…
lower the landing gear and that nose wheel

steering is operational for landing, rollout and
taxi.
lower the flaps and slats.
move the horizontal stab and elevator.
have anti-skid braking available for landing.
lower the landing gear and that nose wheel

steering is operational for landing, rollout and
taxi.
15
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) deploys automatically in

flight under which of the following conditions?
Loss of all four electric motor-driven pumps

(EMPs) and an engine fails on takeoff or
landing
Loss of all hydraulic pressure in the center and

right hydraulic reservoirs
Loss of L1 and L2 buses
Engine failure during go-around
Loss of all four electric motor-driven pumps

(EMPs) and an engine fails on takeoff or
landing
16
Flight control system components are distributed so

that any one hydraulic system can provide adequate
airplane controllability.
True
False
True
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How many hydraulic systems are there ?
3
Left, right and center.
2
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What are the differences between the left and the

right hydraulic systems ?
None !
They are identical.
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Which hydraulic system powers the landing gear

actuation ?
The center hydraulic system.

4
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Which hydraulic system powers the nose gear

steering ?
The center hydraulic system.
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What triggers a Hydraulic pump FAULT light ?
• Low pump pressure

• High pump fluid temperature
• Pump is selected OFF
6
Hydraulics
What is the Hydraulic operating pressure ?
5000 psi
Hydraulics
Under which conditions do the electric L and R

demand pumps operate when in AUTO position ?
• LOW system pressure.

• For 3 minutes after both ENG start on the ground.
• From T-OFF thrust set to flaps retraction.
• From gear down or RA < 1000 ft to GS < 40 kts
• During thrust REV operations
8
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How many pumps does the center Hydraulic system

have and how are they driven ?
2 electric motor driven pumps (EMPs)
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Which Center system pump operates as Primary ?

Which as Demand ?
The FMC (Flight Management Computer)

determines which pump operates as Primary based
on calendar days :
C1 is primary on odd days
C2 is primary on even days
10
Hydraulics
When does the Center PRIMARY pump operate ?
Continuously after the second engine is started.
11
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When does the Center DEMAND pump operate ?
• LOW system pressure

• For 3 minutes immediately after both engines have
been started.
• From T-OFF thrust set to RA > 2000 ft
• Flaps or slats in motion.
• During descent when landing gear down and RA <
2000 ft until GS < 60 kts.
12
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What does the RAT provide when deployed ?
It provides hydraulic power to the primary flight

control components connected to the center
hydraulic system.
13
Hydraulics
What does the UNLKD light indicate on the RAT

switch ?
The RAT is not in the stowed position.

14
Hydraulics
What does the white PRESS light indicate on the

RAT switch ?
• The RAT is deployed.

• The CENTER system primary flight control
hydraulic pressure is > 3000 psi.
15
Hydraulics
What would cause automatic RAT deployment in

flight ?
• Both engines have failed,

• All 3 HYD system pressures are LOW,
• Loss of all electrical power to CPT and F/O's flight
instruments,
• Loss of all 4 EMPs (Electric Motor Driven Pumps)
and faults in the flight control system occur on
approach,
• Loss of all 4 EMPs and an engine fails on take off
or landing.
16
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Once deployed, can the RAT be restowed in flight ?
NO
17
Hydraulics
Which hydraulic system contains isolation

functionalities ?
The center hydraulic system has isolation

functionality to ensure key systems remain
operational in the event of a hydraulic leak.
18
Hydraulics
What does the hydraulic isolation system ensure ?
It ensures the flight crew can lower the landing gear

and that nose wheel steering remains operational.
19
Hydraulics
How many isolation valves does the isolation

function use ?
3
• Nose gear isolation valve (NGIV)
• Reserve steering isolation valve (RSIV)
• Alternate extend isolation valve (AEIV not
displayed on synoptic)
20
Hydraulics
Can the isolation valves from the isolation function

be operated manually by the crew ?
NO, all isolation valves operate automatically.
21
Hydraulics
On the L and R hydraulic systems, what do the

engine driven pump hydraulic supply shut off valves
(SOVs) do ?
They are positioned between the reservoir and the

engine driven pump (EDP) to isolate the pump from
the hydraulic reservoir.
22
Hydraulics
How are the left and right shut off valves (SOVs)
triggered ?
Through their respective engine fire switch :

When pulled out :
• The SOV closes
• The EDP is depressurized.
23
Hydraulics
How are the hydraulic reservoirs pressurized ?
By using pump outlet pressure.
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FLASHCARDS IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DECK (17)
1) The center hydraulic system has an isolation

function which:
A. Ensures the pilots can lower the landing gear.

B. Allows nose gear steering to be operational for
landing, rollout and taxi.
C. Ensures hydraulic operation of the flap and slats.

A and B are correct.
2) Normal brakes are powered____ .
A. Hydraulically by the right system.

B. Hydraulically by the center system.
C. Electrically.
D. By the PMGs.
Electrically.
3
3) The Center Demand pump operates .
A. On the ground for the first three minutes after the

second engine is started.
B. During takeoff roll and gear retraction.
C. When flaps and slats are in motion.
D. All the above.
All the above.

4
4) The left hydraulic system powers which systems?
A. Alternate & Reserve brake system.
B. Flaps and Slats.

C. Some flight controls and left engine thrust
reverser.
D. Stabilizer Trim.
Some flight controls and left engine thrust reverser.

5
5) One hydraulic system provides adequate aircraft

control.
A. True.
B. False.
TRUE
6
6) With the left or right hydraulic demand pump

selectors in the AUTO position, which of the
following is true?
A. Pumps operate from takeoff thrust set to flaps

retracted.
B. Pumps operate for three minutes after second
engine is started.

D. All the above.
All the above.

7
7) Which hydraulic pump(s) may be shed to allow the

electrical system to provide power to other systems?
A. Center demand pump.

C. Right Demand Pump
D. All the above.
All the above.

8
8) The hydraulic isolation system ensures:
A. Stabilizer trim operation.

B. Pressure to the Reserve Brakes.
C. Landing gear can be lowered and nose wheel
steering operates.
D. Pressure to the Normal Brakes.
Landing gear can be lowered and nose wheel

steering operates.
9
9) Which of the following will cause the RAT to

deploy automatically in flight?
A. Loss of two electric motor pumps (EMP).

B. Loss of electrical power to the FOs flight
instrument bus.
C. Loss of any two engine starter generators.

Left, Center, and Right Hydraulic pressure low.

10
10) What component(s) does the RAT hydraulically

power?

B. Normal brakes (after landing and airspeed below
60 knots).
C. Primary flight control components normally
powered by the center hydraulic system.
D. Flaps and Slats.
Primary flight control components normally powered

by the center hydraulic system.
11
11) Autoland is inoperative for which of the following

conditions?
A. Center primary hydraulic pump pressure is low.
B. Right hydraulic demand pump is inoperative.

C. Center hydraulic failure.
D. Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.
Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.

12
12) What happens if both the C1 and C2 Pump

selectors are positioned to ON at the same time?
A. Both pumps will run.

B. Only the C2 pump will operate.
C. Only the C1 pump will operate.

D. Both the C1 and C2 pumps will operate only if the
gear is extended.
Both pumps will run.

13
13) Which of the following components are powered

by the right hydraulic system?
A. The Ram Air Turbine.

Both B and C are correct.

14
14) The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) must be manually

deployed?
A. True. B. False.
FALSE
15
15) The primary hydraulic pump FAULT lights

illuminate (amber) when the following occurs:

C. Pump Selector to OFF.

D. All the above.
All the above.

16
16) In the AUTO position, the right hydraulic system

demand pump:
A. Operates from takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted.

B. Operates when system, or primary pump pressure
is low.
C. Operates with right thrust reverser deployment.

D. All the above.
All the above.

17
17) Where would you find hydraulic quantity

indications?
B. Status Display.
D. Both B and C.
Both B and C.
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FLASHCARDS IN HYD DECK (17)
The center hydraulic system has an isolation

function which _____.
A. ensures the flight crew can lower the landing gear.

B. allows nosewheel steering to be operational for
2
Normal brakes are powered _____.
C. Electricity
The Center Demand pump operates _____?

second engine is started
B. from T/O thrust set until above 2000ft RA is less
than 2000ft until groundspeed is below 60kts
C. Flaps and Slats are in motion.
4
The left hydraulic system powers which systems?
What is the minimum number of hydraulic systems

required for "adequate airplane controllability"?
One
6
With the left or right hydraulic demand pump

following is true?

retracted.
B. Pumps operate with system low pressure.
C. Pumps operate during thrust reverser opereation.
Which hydraulic pump(s) may be shed to allow the

A. Center demand pump

B. Left Demand Pump
C/ Right Demand Pump
8
The hydraulic isolation system ensures:
landing gear can be lowered and nose wheel

steering operates.
Which of the following will cause the RAT to deploy

automatically in flight?

10
What component(s) does the RAT hydraulically

power?

11
Autoland is inoperative for which of the following

conditions?
Left and Right hydraulic system pressure is low

12
What happens if both the C1 and C2 Pump selectors

are positioned to ON at the same time?
13
Which of the following components are powered by

the right hydraulic system?
B. Some flight controls

C. Right engine thrust reverser
14
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) may be manually or

automatically deployed?
A. True
15
The primary hydraulic pump FAULT lights illuminate

(amber) when the following occurs:
A. Low primary pump pressure

C. Pump selected OFF.
16
In the AUTO position, the right hydraulic system

demand pump:
A. Operates from takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted

is low.
C. With landing gear lever down and below 1000RA
to groundspeed less than 40kts
17
Where would you find hydraulic quantity indications?
B. Status Display
C. Hydraulic Synoptic
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FLASHCARDS IN 13. HYDRAULICS DECK (13)
Where can you monitor hydraulic quantity and

pressure?
STATUS page or Hydraulic Synoptic display.

2
How many independent hydraulic systems are

there?
Three
Which of the hydraulic systems primary power

source is powered by: - a. Engine driven pumps
(EDPs)?
b. Electric motor pumps (EMPs)?
a. Left and right b. Center

4
What type of pumps are the left and right demand

pumps?
Electric motor pumps (EMPs)
Which hydraulic system or systems normally power

the following services: a. Flight controls?
b. Nose gear steering?
c. Landing gear actuation?
d. Right and left wing spoilers? e. Flaps & slats?
a. All three b. Center c. Center d. All three e. Center

6
When selected to AUTO, when do the L and R

demand pumps run
• System low pressure

• On the ground for the first three minutes after the
second engine is
started
• From takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted
• During descent from when the gear lever is down
and radio altitude is
less than 1000 feet until groundspeed is less than 40
knots • Thrust reverser operation
When selected to AUTO, do C1 and C2 primary

pumps run continuously?
No, the two center pumps alternate as a primary

pump and demand pump
8
When does the first center system pump start

running continuously?
After the second engine is started

9
Under what circumstances would the second center

pump run?
• System low pressure

• On the ground for the first three minutes after the
second engine is
started
• From takeoff thrust set until radio altitude exceeds
2000 feet
• Flaps or slats are in motion
• During descent from when the gear lever is down
and radio altitude is
less than 2000 feet until groundspeed is less than 60
knots
e.g. MCAT, pharma, bar exam,SearchGo

Spanish, Series 7
10
Why does the Centre hydraulic system have an

isolation feature?
To ensure, in the event of a leak, the flight crew can

lower the landing gear and that nose wheel steering
is operational for landing, roll-out and taxi
11
When would the shut-off valves supplying fluid from

the left and right reservoirs to the engine driven
pumps be closed and the engine driven pumps
depressurised?
When the appropriate Fire Handle is pulled

12
When would the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) deploy

automatically?
• Both engines have failed

• All three hydraulic system pressures are low
• Loss of all electrical power to captain’s and first
officer’s flight
instruments
• Loss of all four EMPs and faults in the flight control
system occur on
approach
• Loss of all four EMPs and an engine fails on takeoff
or landing
13
What systems does the RAT provide hydraulic power

to?
The primary flight controls connected to the center

hydraulic system
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Terms in this set (40)
OriginalAlphabetical
What aircraft systems do the main aircraft hydraulics supply?

Primary flight controls(PFC)
High lift function(HLF)
Landing gear and doors
Nose wheel stearing
Engine thrust reversers
What hydraulic pumps are part of the hyd sys?

Left and Right EDP
Left and Right EMP
C1 and C2 EMP
RAT pump
Where is the HYDIF function located?

2 copies in the Left CCR cabinet
1 copies in the Right CCR cabinet
What 3 conditions cause a fault light on the Hyd/RAT panel to come on?
Low pump pressure
Pump overheat condition
Pump selector switch is in the OFF position
What position should the EDP switch be when the engines are not running?
It should be left in the ON position
NOTE! BECAUSE THE EDP DEPRESSURIZATION SOLENOID GETS ELECTRICAL PWR WHEN THE SWITCH IS IN
OFF POS
What is the purpose of the case drain filter module?

It removes particles from the hyd fluid that cools and lubricate the pump
What automatically occures to the EMP if its temp is too hot?

EMP should shut down automatically
What is the hyd pressure supplied by the EDPs during usual conditions?
5000 psi
What are the 2 methods to deploy the RAT?

1.Automatically(by HYDIF or BPCU)
2.Manually(by the RAT sw on P5)
List the steps to stow the RAT on the ground?TEST QUESTION

1.Center hyd sys ON
2.GROUND TEST SW in ENABLE pos
3.Blades aliggned(red marks)
4. P57 Rat stow sw in ON position 15 sec
What hyd pressure supplied by the RAT?

2700-4850 psi [10-19 gpm]
When the RAT is in stowed position,what prevents ice in the generator?

1.By two heaters controlled by HYDIF
2.Only one heater is active in the air
3.Two heaters ON if TAT<=2'C on the ground
What does the Status msg"RAT GEN HEAT " means?

Both RAT heater elements fail or don't have power
When does the RAT PRESSURE light illuminates?

RAT hyd pressure >2000 psi
Where can we see the RAT hyd output pressure indication?

ONLY ON HYD MAINT PAGE #1
Can be the RAT retracted in flight?

No. Only on the ground
What function controls the operation of the steering,NLG,and alternate extend isolation
valves?
All three are under the control HYDIF
What is the primary method to measure the hyd fluid QTYin the bootstrap rsvr?
LVDT in the rsvr
What is the hyd QTY indication on the srvce panel adjusted for?
Temperature of the fluid +MLG door in the OPEN position
What does the RAT DEPLOY INOP Status msg mean?

Indicate failure in the RAT deployment actuator [press sw sensees high press after the
stow sw is released]
What happens if you realese the STOW SW before the RAT is up and locked?
The RAT extends again
When we retract the RAT. What happens if the blades are not properly alligned?
1.Index pin moves into a hole in the hub when the RAT reaches 12 degrees from fully
stored
2.If the pin is not alligned the RAT will deploy back to fully extended pos
What are the RSVR HYD QTY indication on the EICAS?

1.NORMAL(WHITE) 0.76-1,19 units
2.OF(WHITE)>=1,20 units
2.RF(WHITE)<=0.75 units
3.LO(AMBER)<=0.40 units
NOTE!:EICAS INDICATION-TEMPERATURE-COMPENSATED
What is the rsvr visual qty indicator show?TEST QUESTION

OVERFILL-AMBER
FULL-GREEN
REFILL-RED
NOTE!:VISUAL QTY INDICATION NOT COMPENSATED FOR TEMPERATURE
What happens to hyd power if fire handle is pulled?TEST QUESTION

1.The EDP depressurize solenoid is energized
2.the engine supply sov(ESSOV) is closed
How the center C1 and C2 EMPs are operated?

1.C1 pump-the primary pump on ODD cal days
2.C2 pump-the primary pump on EVEN cal days
3. ON THE GROUND->IRU SW ON>5500 rpm
4. ON THE GROUND->IRU SW OFF->2700 rpm(load managment function)
What are the all EMP AUTO operation modes?

1. Maintenance-2700 rpm(ALL)
2. Cruise-3300 rpm(center)
3. T/O and LANDING-5500 rpm(ALL)
4. Thrust Reverser operation-6800 rpm(20 sec L&R only)
5. Slat auto-gup,flap relief-7400 rpm (5 sec,center)
Where do you go to service the hydraulic systems?

The service station for all hyd sys in the Right Wheel Well on the aft bulkhead
What is wrong if the RAT stops retracting?

The turbine blades are not properly aligned
Where can you see hyd qty indications?

1. STATUS PAGE
2. HYD SYNOPTIC PAGE
3. HYD MAINT PAGE
4. GROUND SRVCE STATION
5. RESERVOIR VISUAL INDICATOR
What is the purpose of the rsvr suction SOV?TEST QUESTION

Prevent rsvr leak and close hyd pressure to the EDP
How many bleed valves are there on each rsvr?

Two.
1. Manual bleed valve
2. Auto-bleed valve
How does the reservoir AUTO-BLEED VALVE operate?

Optically.The valve contains a light source,a sensor.
If there is air in the chamber,the light is on the sensor->valve opens
Controlled by the HYDIF on the ground only
What type of hydraulic fluid is used on B787 hyd sys?

BMS 3-11, TYPE V, GRADE C ,5000psi
What hydraulic tube type connection is used on B787?

C-NUT
What conditions are necessary for fill qty gage show qty for the Right hyd sys?TEST
QUESTION
Airplane electrical power ON, hyd service selector->Right hyd sys
What conditions are necessary for fill with out qty gage show qty for the Right hyd sys?
Airplane electrical power OFF, hyd service selector->Right hyd sys
( !!!you can service hyd sys without electr power but the digital qty readings will not
be avaible)
What is the purpose the case drain filter module thermal bypass valve?TEST QUESTION
To cool hydralic fluid through the heat exchangers
(if hyd fluid temp gets too low ->BYPASS position)
Airplane is in cruise flight. What it the position of the Nose Landing Gear Isolation
Valve(NLG ISLN VLV)?TEST QUESTION
CLOSED (prevent hyd leak)
What is the position of the Alternate Extension Isolation and Reserve Steering Isolation
Valves in flight?
OPEN
HUSAM 2022
B787
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Flashcards
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FLASHCARDS IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DECK (17)
1) The center hydraulic system has an isolation

function which:
A. Ensures the pilots can lower the landing gear.

B. Allows nose gear steering to be operational for
C. Ensures hydraulic operation of the flap and slats.

A and B are correct.
2) Normal brakes are powered____ .
A. Hydraulically by the right system.

B. Hydraulically by the center system.
C. Electrically.
D. By the PMGs.
Electrically.
3
3) The Center Demand pump operates .

second engine is started.
B. During takeoff roll and gear retraction.
C. When flaps and slats are in motion.
D. All the above.
All the above.

4
4) The left hydraulic system powers which systems?
A. Alternate & Reserve brake system.
B. Flaps and Slats.

C. Some flight controls and left engine thrust
reverser.
D. Stabilizer Trim.

5
5) One hydraulic system provides adequate aircraft

control.
A. True.
B. False.
TRUE
6
6) With the left or right hydraulic demand pump

following is true?

retracted.
B. Pumps operate for three minutes after second
engine is started.

D. All the above.
All the above.

7
7) Which hydraulic pump(s) may be shed to allow the

A. Center demand pump.

C. Right Demand Pump
D. All the above.
All the above.

8
8) The hydraulic isolation system ensures:
A. Stabilizer trim operation.

B. Pressure to the Reserve Brakes.
C. Landing gear can be lowered and nose wheel
steering operates.
D. Pressure to the Normal Brakes.
Landing gear can be lowered and nose wheel

steering operates.
9
9) Which of the following will cause the RAT to

deploy automatically in flight?
A. Loss of two electric motor pumps (EMP).

B. Loss of electrical power to the FOs flight
instrument bus.
C. Loss of any two engine starter generators.

Left, Center, and Right Hydraulic pressure low.

10
10) What component(s) does the RAT hydraulically

power?

B. Normal brakes (after landing and airspeed below
60 knots).
D. Flaps and Slats.
Primary flight control components normally powered

by the center hydraulic system.
11
11) Autoland is inoperative for which of the following

conditions?
A. Center primary hydraulic pump pressure is low.
B. Right hydraulic demand pump is inoperative.

C. Center hydraulic failure.
D. Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.
Left and right hydraulic system pressure is low.

12
12) What happens if both the C1 and C2 Pump

selectors are positioned to ON at the same time?
A. Both pumps will run.

B. Only the C2 pump will operate.
C. Only the C1 pump will operate.

D. Both the C1 and C2 pumps will operate only if the
gear is extended.

13
13) Which of the following components are powered

by the right hydraulic system?
A. The Ram Air Turbine.

Both B and C are correct.

14
14) The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) must be manually

deployed?
A. True. B. False.
FALSE
15
15) The primary hydraulic pump FAULT lights

illuminate (amber) when the following occurs:

C. Pump Selector to OFF.

D. All the above.
All the above.

16
16) In the AUTO position, the right hydraulic system

demand pump:
A. Operates from takeoff thrust set to flaps retracted.

is low.
C. Operates with right thrust reverser deployment.

D. All the above.
All the above.

17
17) Where would you find hydraulic quantity

indications?
B. Status Display.
D. Both B and C.
Both B and C.
1
Where are hydraulic indications displayed!
Status synoptic, or Hydraulic synoptic.

Access via SYS display, then STAT or HYD.
3
What components do the left and right hydraulic

systems power?
Flight controls
Engine thrust reverser (on same side)
Right and left spoilers
Left and right hydraulic systems have an ..............

............... Primary pump.
Engine driven
5
Left and right hydraulics are driven by 2 pumps

each. How are they powered?
Primary, engine driven.

Demand, EMP (electric motor powered)
When in auto left and right demand pumps operate

when?
When pressure is low

For 3 minutes after second engine start on ground
From take off power to flaps up
Gear down or less than 1000ft to 40 knots ground
speed
7
The centre hydraulic system powers what?
Flight controls
Landing gear actuation
Leading edge slats
Nose gear steering
Right and left wing spoilers
Trailing edge flaps
What powers the centre hydraulics?
2 EMPs (electric motor pumps). They alternate the

roll of primary and demand.
9
When does the centre hydraulic pump operating in

the demand mode work?
System low pressure

3 minutes after second engine is started on the
ground
Take off thrust until 2000ft off ground
Flaps or gear in motion
Descent, gear lever down and rad alt less than
2000ft until ground speed less than 60 knots.
10
In non normal operation, what isolation functions

occur in the event of a leak?
Nose gear isolation valve (NGIV)

Reserve steering isolation valve (RSIV)
Alternate extend isolation valve (AEIV)
i.e. Gear Steer Extend
11
The RAT provides hydraulics to which system!
The centre at 5000psi

12
When does the RAT deploy!
Both engines have failed

All 3 hydraulic systems are low
Loss of electrical power to the Capt and FO flight
instruments
Loss of all 4 EMPs (electric motor pumps) and faults
occur in the flight control system
Loss of 4 EMPs and an engine fails on take off or
landing
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FLASHCARDS IN HYDRAULICS DECK (6)

How many systems are there?

What airplane systems are on the right and left

Flight controls, and their respective thrust reversers.

What does the centre hydraulic system power?

Flaps, steering, gear, Flt controls

What is the usual hydraulic pressure?

What pumps run for 3 minutes after second engine

All demand pumps.

What pumps come on during take off?

Demand pumps, until flaps are up.

FLASHCARDS IN HYDRAULICS DECK (23)

Where is HYD system indications displayed

HYD synoptic and on STAT page

(Press and QTY)

What do each systems Power

Center System: (High load components)

What pumps are used for Left and Right HYD

Primary - EDP (eng driven pump)

Secondary - EMP (Electric Motor-Driven Pump)

(EMP only used when demand is high or EDP had

What pumps are used for the Center HYD system

2 EMP's (C1 & C2)

(rotates primary role every calendar day)

Describe the RAT

5,000 PSI pump

(can supply HYD and Elec simultaneously)

How is QTY displayed on the STAT pg

displayed as a % of normal service level

Can you transfer HYD pressure or fluid from one

When will FAULT in Yellow on the Primary Eng pump

What does the Fire switch pulled do to the HYD

closes the SOV and HYD fluid to the ENG pump is

What are the RT & LT Demand Pump (EMP) three

(Same for the Center EMP)

When do the L & R Demand Pump (EMP) work

When does the FAULT lite below each of the 4 EMP

operation but low press

When do the Center Demand Pumps (EMP) work

When does auto isolation occur

in the event of leak

(purpose to protect gear and NWS operation)

Can the RAT be stowed after deployment

When does automatic RAT deployment occur

both eng Fail

How do you know the RAT is supplying at least

RAT switch PRESS light goes White

Can RAT occur on the ground

What is the normal range for HYD press

> 3,000 (white)

What does a Grey Box mean on the Synoptic

What is a symbol for a failed pump

Yellow X across box

What is the Flight control surfaces switch for

LOCK the control surfaces

Normal operation is to LOCK

Before start check what order do we turn the EMP's

Normal brakes are powered ____.

The Center Demand pump operates ____.

The left hydraulic system powers which systems?

What is the minimum number of hydraulic systems required for