A320 General

When does the emergency lighting automatically illuminate?

With the loss of the normal aircraft electrical system

Can the flight deck crew override the flight deck door emergency access entry?

Yes by momentarily moving the COCKPIT DOOR selector switch to LOCK. The LOCK mode is activated for 15 minutes. Once the LOCK mode times out, the system returns to normal operation. The normal mode can be re-energized at any time by momentarily selecting UNLOCK on the COCKPIT DOOR selector.

Are the avionics doors monitored and displayed on the ECAM Doors System page?

Yes, the four external avionics doors. -Note: there is one internal avionics door in the passenger cabin that is not monitored.

A320 General Description

-The A320 is a Subsonic, Medium-Range, civil transport aircraft with 2 Bypass turbofan engines mounted under the wings. With a design cockpit for 2-member-crew, with a place for 2 observers. The Maximum seating conf. is 180 seats and the airplane has 2 cargo compartments under the cabin floor.

Wingspan

111' 10"

Where is the crash axe located?

On the bulkhead behind the first officer.

If the STROBE switch is in AUTO, when will the strobe operate?

when the main gear struts are extended.

When does the flight deck door automatically unlock?

1. if it is electrically not powered. 2. if the pressure sensor detects a depressurization.

When are the emergency exit signs automatically illuminated?

1. when the NO SMOKING sign is selected ON 2. when the NO SMOKING sign is in AUTO and the landing gear is extended 3. when cabin emergency lights are on 4. excessively high cabin altitudes

What is the maximum number of seat configuration

180 seats

Minimum theoretical pavement width for a 180 turn?

75' 2"

What does a Blue Light on a push button indicate?

A system, which may be used temporarily, is being operated

Lenght

A320 - 123' 3"

The PBE provides a breathable atmosphere for how long?

Approximately 15 minutes

Where is the flight deck halon fire extinguisher located?

Behind the first officer on the aft portion of the lateral pedestal.

Where are the jump seat life vests?

Beneath their seats behind a removable panel.

Where are the captain and first officer life vest located?

In their respective seat backs

Where are the escape ropes inside the flight deck?

Inside a small compartment above each sliding side window.

How many PBEs are located on the flight deck?

One.

On the NAV & LOGO switch, what is the difference between the 1 and 2 position?

The logo lights are on in both positions. Position 1 - the first set of nav lights are on Position 2 - the second set of nav lights are on

What does a White Light on a push button indicate?

The pb is causing the system to operate in other than its normal "lights out" mode (i.e. OFF)

Which flight deck dome light provides emergency lighting when in the emergency electrical or battery only configuration?

The right hand dome light (first officer's)

How long will the self contained battery packs provide power for the escape path lights and signs?

Up to 12 minutes

When does the "FASTEN SEAT BELT" sign automatically illuminate?

With excessively high cabin altitudes

Can a crew member gain access to the flight deck from the cabin when the flight deck door is locked?

Yes, using the keypad located outside the flight deck door. After the access code has been entered, a buzzer will sound in the flight deck for two seconds. The flight crew then move the COCKPIT DOOR selector switch to UNLOCK. The flight deck door is unlocked and a green light on the keypad illuminates.

Are the main cabin doors equipped with escape slides?

Yes.

Can a crew member gain emergency access to the flight deck from the cabin when the flight deck door is locked?

Yes. An emergency access code is entered into the keypad. The buzzer sounds for 45 seconds. The OPEN light flashes. The green light flashes. After 45 seconds the door unlocks for 5 seconds and the green light illuminates steady.

Is there a flight deck indication to show if the forward lavatory is occupied?

Yes. TOILET indicator illuminates "OCCPD"

Are the over wing emergency exits equipped with escape slide?

Yes. There is one dual lane escape slide towards the aft of each wing root that automatically deploys when an over wing emergency exit is opened.

Are the main cabin doors equipped with any type of open assist in the case an emergency opening?

Yes. They are pneumatically assisted for emergency opening.

When is the LDG LT memo displayed on the ECAM?

at least one Landing Light is extended.

Is there an airspeed restriction for the extension and retraction of the landing lights?

No.

What side of the aircraft are the cargo doors and how are they operated?

Right side and hydraulically operated by the yellow hydraulic system. From outside only.

What type are the main cabin doors?

Plug type

What type doors are the over wing emergency exits?

Plug type

An escape panel in the flight deck door can be used to evacuate the flight deck in an emergency. How is this panel removed?

The escape panel is only removable from inside the flight deck. It is removed by pulling two quick-release pins installed on each side of the panel.

How is the flight deck door locking mechanism controlled?

The flight crew controls the door locking mechanism using the COCKPIT DOOR toggle switch on the center pedestal. A mechanical override allows the door to be opened at any time from the flight deck.

How can you determine the flight deck sliding window is closed and locked?

When the red ring is visible on the release button

What nose lights are on if the NOSE switch is in the T.O. position?

Both the smaller nose taxi light and the larger nose takeoff light.

How are the escape path lights and signs battery packs charged?

By the aircraft electrical system

How many main cabin doors are ?

4

How many over wing emergency exits are?

4

What does a Red Light on a push button indicate?

A failure has occurred which requires prompt action

What does an Amber Light on a push button indicate?

A fault has occurred which requires awareness but does not require prompt action

What does a Green Light on a push button indicate?

A system is available for use

Which of the External Lights will automatically turn off when the landing gear is retracted, regardless of the position of their control switch?

TAXI, TO, and RWY TURN OFF