VAQ-133 NATOPS Unit Eval Study

TRUE/FALSE: With the PARK BRK handle set, the generators do not reset following a dual outage
True False

By what method can aircrew pressurize external fuel tanks on deck?

What condition(s) must be met to initiate emergency jettison

TRUE/FALSE: A jammed, blocked, or damaged pitot tube/AOA probe may not be annunciated if system errors are not large enough to set a caution, and HUD displayed information may be inaccurate
True False

TRUE/FALSE: The FADEC will prevent hot starts airborne
True False

Negative g for more than ____ seconds is prohibited

TRUE/FALSE: Placing the BATT switch to OFF prior to the amber FLAPS light on shutdown could cause uncommanded flight control movement due to residual hydraulic pressure and FCS keep-alive circuitry
True False

TRUE/FALSE: When pressed, the FIRE EXTGH READY/DISCH light latches into a depressed position similar to the FIRE lights
True False

All flight control surface actuators are powered by one ___ circuit and one ___ circuit, either simultaneously or through hydraulic _____

The gear handle light flashes and a continuous rate beeping tone sounds when the gear handle is in the UP position, the aircraft is below ___ KCAS, altitude is less than ___ feet and rate of descent is greater than ___ feet per minute

TRUE/FALSE: The exterior lights master switch must be on for operation of the position and formation lights, but not for the strobe lights
True False

Following a drop in primary hydraulic circuit pressure (less than ___), the switching valve automatically shuts off the primary circuit and tests downstream pressure

A bank angle scale and pointer are displayed at the bottom of the HUD for bank angle reference up to ___ degrees. At bank angles in excess of ___ degrees, the bank angle pointer is limited at ___ degrees and _____

Repeated unexplained MASTER CAUTION lights/tones may be an indication of ____ system degredation

Normal (low gain) NWS will be lost with a FCS CH ___ or ___ failure

With GAIN ORIDE selected, the aircraft is uncontrollable above approximately ___ KCAS

With a dual generator failure, the following voice alert warnings operate from battery power

Permanent Magnetic Generators (PMGs) dc sources are available when the engine reaches approximately ___ rpm and are maintained until ___ rpm is reached during spooldown, regardless of generator control switch position

Hydraulic system 1A does not power which of the following:
A)  Right Aileron
B)  Leading Edge Flaps
C)  Right Trailing Edge Flap
D)  Left Trailing Edge Flaps

With A/G training codes loaded in the VDEPD on any locked wing station, maximum roll rate is limited to approximately ___ deg/sec

When making an arrested abort, allow time for the arresting hook to extend; as a guide, lower the hook ___ feet before the arresting cable

List four events that individually will cause fuel dumping to stop

TRUE/FALSE: An INLET ICE caution during the inlet ice detector test indicates a failure of the detector
True False

TRUE/FALSE: Fuel cannot be dumped with either a BINGO or FUEL LO caution displayed
True False

What five pieces of data does the FCC provide on the HUD?

Arresting hook retraction is accomplished by raising the HOOK handle. This electrically opens the ___ valve and the ___ valve, routing HYD ___ pressure to the arresting hook retract actuator

After emergency extension of the air refueling probe, how is the probe retracted? (will loss of 2A system)

Hydraulic cautions (HYD 1A, HYD 1B, HYD 2A, HYD 2B) are set when individual hydraulic pressure switches detect circuit pressure below ___ psi

The aft isolation valve and the arming valve are open/closed with WonW and are normally open/closed inflight.... The aft isolation valve is manually opened/closed inflight by hook extension/retraction or by holding the HYD ISOL switch to ORIDE. The arming valve is manually opened/closed inflight by emergency gear or emergency probe extension.

The CG limitations are ___ to ___ MAC

Any rudder input when the aircraft load factor is less than ___ is a prohibited maneuver.

TRUE/FALSE: Throttle movement is mechanically transmitted from the throttle quadrant to each engine.
True False

During cold weather starts, avoid actuating any hydraulic system for ___ after both engines are online

Airborne, external tank pressurization is terminated when either the ___ switch is in EXTEND, or both ___ and ___ handles are down

Tank ___ supplies fuel to the left engine while tank ___ supplies fuel to the right engine

Each feed tank has a ___ which traps fuel, providing a minimum of ___ of negative g flight at MAX power

Hydraulic pump output pressure is commanded by the ___ based on the current aircraft flight condition, with ___ psi utilized during high-speed flight with air loads are high

What is the cockpit indication(s) of a single transformer rectifier failure?

TRUE/FALSE: The Landing Gear Control Unit (LGCU) controls landing gear extension and retraction
True False

What two methods may be used to retain both hydraulic systems inflight if the engine core is rotating:

TRUE/FALSE: In the event of a dual generator failure and the 28 vdc essential bus being powered by the battery rather than PMG essential bus backup circuitry, aircrew will be alerted by a BATT SW caution / BATT SW caution light
True False

Hydraulic pump output pressures are ___ and ___ psi

The forward isolation valve is opened/closed when the LDG GEAR handle is UP and all three landing gear are up and locked

During engine start, the corresponding ___ switch should be on as it provides primary overspeed cutout protection for the ATS

TRUE/FALSE: Regardless of BATT switch position, the battery charger supplies charging power to the battery anytime the right 115 VAC bus is energized
True False

TRUE/FALSE: The APU switch automatically returns to the OFF position 1 minute after the second generator comes online. (BLEED AIR knob not in AUG PULL)
True False

A GEN TIE caution set during the initial engine start may be an indication of what?

In an unlikely event of a total ac/dc failure inflight, the battery provides approximately ___ minutes of power for the FCCs, after which aircraft control is lost

If the FUEL LO cautions are set, assume at least one ___ is below approximately ___, regardless of the displayed fuel quantity

The STOP position on the EXT TANKS Transfer switch prevents transfer and refueling of controlled external tank(s) except with a ___ caution

An operating engine should be set to a minimum of ___ N2 rpm to ensure that bleed air output is sufficient to crank the opposite engine

For survivability, the left and right fuel feed systems are normally separated but can be interconnected by a normally closed ___ valve and a normally closed feed tank ___ valve.

The ___ provides electrical power for APU ignition and start

The primary dc source for each FCC channel is:
A) The 28 vdc essential bus, powered by the transformer rectifiers
B) Its respective PMG output
C) Its respective L or R 28 vdc bus, powered by the transformer rectifiers
D) The 28 vdc essential bus, powered by the PMGs

When the L or R FIRE warning light is pressed in flight, it electrically  opens/closes the ___ valve and corresponding engine feed ___ valve

Usable fuel (JP-5) in Tank 1 is ___

Motive flow ejector pumps are used to transfer internal wing tank fuel to which tank(s)?

TRUE/FALSE: If the anti-skid system is failed and the ANTISKID caution is present but clears when you cycle the ANTISKID switch, it may take as long as 13.5 seconds for the caution to reappear airborne, and it may remain off on deck, even though the failure still exists
True False

Failure of either wheel speed sensor can lead to a(n) ___ failure, resulting in a complete loss of brakes. Placing the ___ switch to the OFF position or pulling the ___ will bypass the faulty system and restore braking ability

What other indications of NWS failure will the aircrew have available besides MASTER CAUTION light?

TRUE/FALSE: In the front cockpit, the hook light remains on except when the hook is up and latches
True False

TRUE/FALSE: The fuel low level indicating system is completely independent of the fuel quantity indicating system
True False

To prevent the loss of aircraft during compound emergencies any ___ procedures should be completed prior to completion of any other procedures

If the launch bar does not return to the up and locked position after catapult launch, or the nose gear indicates WonW, the nose landing gear cannot be retracted. Placing the LDG GEAR handle UP will/will not raise the main landing gear

Normal brake system pressure is provided by HYD ___

TRUE/FALSE: Light bulb integrity can be tested during a LT TEST with ac power applied, and thus it is not important to detect individual bulbs that are not illuminated within the FIRE lights during the fire detection loop test
True False

What three air sources can be used to power the ATS for engine crank/start?

TRUE/FALSE: Placing the wing fold switch to FOLD position in flight will cause the wings to fold as the aircraft transitions to WonW during landing once the ailerons fair
True False

TRUE/FALSE: A BRK ACCUM caution inflight is not normal and may indicate a possible leak in the HYD 2B system. Do not select HYD ISOL to ORIDE.
True False

TRUE/FALSE: In ECS AUTO, with WonW and at least one throttle advanced to approximately 74% N2 rpm, the avionics ground cooling fan secures, and avionics cooling is provided solely by the ECS
True False

TRUE/FALSE: Stalls occur at lower AOA with GAIN ORIDE selected
True False

To prevent an APU running engagement and to prevent APU exhaust torching, a minimum of ___ must elapse between APU shutdown and another APU start

How can the aircrew tell when the fire extinguisher has been discharged?

TRUE/FALSE: With no electrical power applied, in the front cockpit a 1/8 inch thick border of yellow and black stripes around a FIRE light indicates that the FIRE light has been pressed
True False

The L/R BLD OFF cautions indicate that the corresponding primary bleed air shutoff valve(s) are commanded ___. The cautions are/are not an indication of actual valve position.

TRUE/FALSE: On the ground, the APU fire extinguishing system operates automatically whenever an APU fire is detected
True False

When reservoir fluid level drops to approximately ___, RLS shuts off circuit a (HYD 1A or HYD 2A caution). If fluid level continues to deplete to approximately ___, RLS restores circuit A and shuts off circuit B (HYD 1B or HYD 2B caution). If alternate circuit shutdown fails to isolate the leak, RLS restores circuit B (no cautions) at approximately ___, providing hydraulic pressure to both systems until fluid depletion (both cautions)

TRUE/FALSE: Visual inspection of the landing gear can confirm locked gear, as well as obvious damage and general position of the gear
True False

What conditions must be met to utilize the emergency jettison button?

TRUE/FALSE: With an air-to-ground store or tank on a wing station (not HUNG), maximum roll rate is automatically reduced
True False

TRUE/FALSE: Failure to select the OXY FLOW knob OFF with emergency O2 selected may prevent emergency oxygen from reaching the breathing regulator
True False

Selective jettison requires ARM conditions satisfied and all landing gear up and locked. ARM conditions are satisfied with?
1. 
2. 
3. 
4.

TRUE/FALSE: If an engine is shut down before placing the BLEED AIR knob to OFF, the corresponding primary bleed air shutoff valve may not fully open, resulting in residual engine fumes in the cabin on subsequent start of that engine
True False

A loss of boost pressure downstream of the motive flow/boost pump sets the L or R ___ caution and opens the ___ valve, allowing output from the good motive flow/boost pump to supply fuel to the opposite engine at rates sufficient for MIL/MAX power

Electrical power from the ___ is required to operate the fire detection and extinguishing systems. The systems can operate on ___ alone with the ___ switch ON

On takeoff, accelerating with the flaps switch in HALF, at what speed will the flaps begin AUTO scheduling?

TRUE/FALSE: Removing the mask without placing the OXY flow knob to OFF can overwhelm the system capacity and  may result in an OBOGS DEGD caution
True False

TRUE/FALSE: Automatic functioning of the BALD system may extinguish the L or R BLEED warning lights prior to aircrew recognition and may not trigger the appropriate voice alerts. In this case cycling the BLEED AIR knob to remove the L or R BLD OFF caution(s) may cause extensive damage and/or fire.
True False

The BRK ACCUM caution is displayed when the brake accumulator pressure drops below ___ PSI, indicating that approximately ___ full brake applications remain before the brake accumulator is empty

TRUE/FALSE: A L/R AMAD PR caution indicates high AMAD oil pressure
True False

A blanking EFD before or during engine start may be an indication of:
A) Impending EFD failure
B) A low battery
C) Extremely low outside air temperature

TRUE/FALSE: If the ANTI SKID switch is not placed to off with an ANTISKID caution displayed, normal braking will be lost
True False

TRUE/FALSE: At 25 degrees AOA and above, rudder pedal deflections no longer provide yaw control inputs but instead act entirely as a roll controller (identical to lateral stick inputs)
True False

An approximately ___ minute supply (depending on altitude) of gaseous oxygen is contained in a bottle in the seat survival kit. Oxygen duration increases/decreases with lower altitude. Flow is activated automatically upon ejection or manually by pulling the ___. Activation may/may not be deactivated at aircrew discretion by pushing down on the release tab to immediately forward of the green ring.

TRUE/FALSE: When the wings are observed to be folded during preflight, ensure the ailerons are faired or outboard to avoid damage to the ailerons and TEFs
True False

Catapult with partially-full external fuel tank(s) (between ___ lbs and ___ lbs) may cause structural damage to the tanks, pylons, and/or airframe.

TRUE/FALSE: As mechanized, there is no hazard associated with multiple FCS reset attempts to regain an Xd surface following a hydraulic circuit failure
True False

If the arresting hook is unlocked (HOOK handle down) but fails to leave the up position, pulling the ___ de-energizes the hook selector valve and ensures HYD ___ pressure is removed

TRUE/FALSE: The FCS reset button does not fix a detected failure; it merely allows components to be restored and failure indications to be removed
True False

What cabin pressure is maintained between 8,000 and 24,500 feet aircraft altitude?

Reduced Authority Thrust System (RATS) can be overridden by advancing the throttles to ___

Depending on aircraft attitude and power setting, the fuel dump rate is about ___ pounds/minute

Failure of the power transmission shaft (PTS) results in the display of the associated ___ and both ___ circuit cautions.

TRUE/FALSE: If a THERMAL caution is present in conjunction with a L/R FUEL HOT caution, the fuel management system engages to regulate fuel system temperatures
True False

At least ___ is required to maintain ___ rpm for a windmill air-start.

TRUE/FALSE: Upon a successful arrestment, engine thrust will be automatically reduced to approximately 70% of MIL power using the Reduced Authority Thrust System (RATS)
True False

What are the two sources of over-speed cutout protection for the ATS?

TRUE/FALSE: The oil pressure indication on the EFD and the L/R OIL PR caution are both operated by the same transducer
True False

TRUE/FALSE: A FADEC reset should not be attempted inflight because any degrade in ENG status is most likely due to the failure of a mechanical component
True False

Never actuate the ___ inflight, as ejection would then be impossible and the aircrew would be unrestrained during landing

TRUE/FALSE: The SEAWARS does not operate in freshwater
True False

Two hydraulic accumulators are provided in the ___ circuit: the ___ accumulator and the ___ accumulator

In the event of HYD 2 failure with emergency brakes selected, back-up hydraulic pressure for emergency braking is provided by the BRAKE/APU/BRAKE and APU accumulator(s)

TRUE/FALSE: A FADEC OP GO inflight will be replaced by DEGD on landing rollout, when slowing below 80 KCAS
True False

TRUE/FALSE: In the event of a FADEC Channel control system failure the FADEC automatically selects the channel with a better capability
True False

For high altitude ejection, in the event of partial or total failure of the electronic sequencer, a barostatic release unit will deploy the parachute between ___ and ___ feet

If a shutdown engine is crossbled airborne ___ the FIRE WARNING LT being depressed, the engine feed shutoff valve remains open/closed. The motive flow/boost pumps downstream of this valve provide adequate boost pressure to remove the ___ caution and subsequently open/close the crossfeed valve. Additionally, motive flow pressure is reintroduced to the shutdown side of the fuel system, which opens/closes the feed tank interconnect valve. These two valves' actions allow/prevent the transfer of fuel from the bad engine's feed tank.

TRUE/FALSE: Above 1.23 IMN, it is normal for engine rpm to remain at MIL power levels even when the throttles are reduced below MIL
True False

TRUE/FALSE: The APU provides an alternate air source for the environmental control system (ECS)
True False

TRUE/FALSE: With wings spread and locked, pressing and holding the nosewheel steering button will select the high mode and NWS HI is displayed on the HUD
True False

Ignition (both main engine and afterburner) is commanded during what 4 conditions?

If the pilot wants to have maximum "g" available during a turning maneuver (e.g., the merge), Mach in the HUD should be less than ___ (with wing tanks or A/G stores) or ___ (clean or with A/A stores) to keep out of the g-bucket

TRUE/FALSE: The canopy can be jettisoned closed, open, or in any intermediate position
True False

What two ways can you stop any BIT test in progress and return the equipment to normal operation?

If a ___ caution is set with a valid oil pressure readout, actual engine oil pressure is below scheduled limits. If the cockpit readout is zero with no caution set, the oil pressure ___ has failed and the pressure switch is inhibiting the caution

What two things happen when the APU FIRE light is pressed?

If thunderstorm penetration is unavoidable, fly at optimum cruise airspeed but not less than ___ if above 35,000 feet MSL

How can aircrew operate the dry bay fire suppression (DBFS) system?

TRUE/FALSE: Aircraft shall be free of ice, snow, slush, or frost prior to takeoff
True False

TRUE/FALSE: When failed, the NWS system reverts to a 360 degree free-swiveling mode
True False

External fuel is transferred by ___

TRUE/FALSE: The fire detection and extinguishing systems can operate on battery power alone with the BATT switch ON
True False

If an APU fire or overheat condition is detected on the ground, the APU fire extinguishing automatically shuts the APU down and, after ___ seconds, discharges the extinguisher bottle

TRUE/FALSE: When the throttle is at or above IDLE, the FADEC transfers control to the other channel only if the requested channel's health is no worse than the channel in control
True False

TRUE/FALSE: If an AV AIR HOT caution cannot be cleared with the ECS MODE switch in AUTO, maintenance action is required
True False

TRUE/FALSE: Emergency oxygen flow cannot be stopped once the green handle is pulled
True False

List the seven cockpit circuit breakers

What occurs when the unlighted MASTER CAUTION light is pressed?

Under less than optimal conditions, as few as ___ of emergency oxygen may be available

When the generator comes online at ___ N2 rpm, it removes power from the ATSCV and the FSR, which releases the ENGINE CRANK switch.

The exterior lights master switch is located on the outboard side of the ___ grip

What is the military and afterburner thrust of the F414-GE-400 engine?

Putting the PROBE switch to EXTEND extends the inflight refueling probe, energizes the probe light, and ___ all internal and external tanks

The total internal fuel (JP-5) is ___ lbs.

TRUE/FALSE: The emergency oxygen supply is activated automatically upon ejection
True False

TRUE/FALSE: When activated, the emergency jettison system jettisons all stores (2-10), launchers, and racks
True False

RATS logic, resident in ___, declares a successful arrestment and sends a signal to the FADECs, which reduce thrust to approximately ___ of MIL power