Term
| What does the starter component of the starter/generator do during the starting sequence? |
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Definition
| The starter component turns the N1 gear train to drive the accessories necessary for basic engine operation. |
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Term
| What does the generator component of the starter generator do after the engine is running? |
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Definition
| The generator provides 28 VDC to the aircraft's electrical circuits, plus it maintains charge fo the main battery that is in the nose of the helicopter. |
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Term
| How many buss bars are there in teh VFR adn A+ configuration? |
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Definition
| There is one main buss bar in the VFR and A+ configuration. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of a buss bar? |
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Definition
| A buss bar distributes electrical power. |
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Term
| What is the starter/generator rated at? |
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Definition
| The starter/generator is rated at 28 VDC and 105 amperes. |
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Term
| What are the power sources for starting the VFR and A+ configured aircraft? |
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Definition
| The battery in the nose of the aircraft and the auxillary power unit. |
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Term
| During normal operations, what are the power sources for the VFR and A+ configuration? |
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Definition
| The generator is the primary source with the battery as a backup power source. |
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Term
| How long will the battery power the electrical systems after the generator has failed? |
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Definition
| There are too many viarables to predict battery life in terms of time after generator failure. |
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