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Boeing 737 Classic B2: Radio Navigation and Surveillance (ATA 34)Type training questions & answers
VOR/ILS and markers, DME, ADF, ATC transponder, weather radar, GPWS, TCAS and radio altimeters.
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- Written for the 737-300/400/500 avionics
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Sample Radio Navigation and Surveillance questions with answers
Three questions from the free preview. Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.
1.What does the 737 Classic VHF NAV control panel show in the master lights test?
- A.188.88 flashing
- B.888.88 steady
- C.Dashes in both windows
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Correct answer: A. 188.88 flashing
With the master test switch on, frequency displays flash 188.88, 2 s on and 1 s off. Ref 737-300/400/500 AMM 34-31-00.
2.Where does the 737 Classic VOR pointer park when tuned to an ILS frequency?
- A.0° relative (12 o'clock)
- B.180° relative (6 o'clock)
- C.90° relative (3 o'clock)
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Correct answer: C. 90° relative (3 o'clock)
With an ILS frequency the associated VOR bearing pointer parks at 90° relative bearing. Ref 737-300/400/500 AMM 34-31-00.
3.What does the 737 Classic VHF NAV transfer switch at BOTH ON 2 do?
- A.Both sides use nav unit 2
- B.It swaps nav units 1 and 2 over
- C.It turns off navigation unit 1
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Correct answer: A. Both sides use nav unit 2
At BOTH ON 2 the captain's and F/O's instruments take inputs from navigation unit No. 2. Ref 737-300/400/500 AMM 34-31-00.
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