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Airbus A320 B1.1: APS 3200 APU (ATA 49)Type training questions & answers

The APS 3200 APU fitted to many A319, A320 and A321s: operating envelope, intake flap, oil and fuel systems, start sequence, ECB limits and CFDS.

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Sample APS 3200 APU questions with answers

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  1. 1.What is the total equivalent power class of the APS 3200 APU?

    • A.About 150 kW
    • B.About 1,000 kW
    • C.About 400 kW
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    Correct answer: C. About 400 kW

    The APS 3200 is in the 400 kW (536 hp) total equivalent power class and weighs about 136 kg. Ref Lufthansa A319/A320/A321 APS 3200 training manual, ATA 49.

  2. 2.On the APS 3200, which load has priority when the APU is near its limit?

    • A.Bleed air load
    • B.Whichever came first
    • C.Electrical load
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    Correct answer: C. Electrical load

    Electrical power always has priority; bleed air is reduced to protect the APU against overload. Ref Lufthansa A319/A320/A321 APS 3200 training manual, ATA 49.

  3. 3.Up to what altitude can the APS 3200 supply both bleed air and electrical power?

    • A.39,000 ft
    • B.20,000 ft
    • C.15,000 ft
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    Correct answer: B. 20,000 ft

    Bleed air and electrical power are available from -1,000 ft to 20,000 ft; above that, up to 39,000 ft, electrical power only. Ref Lufthansa A319/A320/A321 APS 3200 training manual, ATA 49.

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