A320 tech questions
I would really appreciate some assistance in understanding some of the following questions if anyone can help...
1. What is the purpose of the Eng N1 Mode Switches? Why is this an option on some aircraft?
2. The various schematics of the air conditioning system doesn't appear to have any mention of the Air Cycle Machine and Primary Heat Exchanger. Does each pack have an ACM and PHE each? And does the air normally go through them after passing through the pack flow control valve and before the mixing unit?
3. If you lose an engine with the Autopilot in, what compensates the rudder yaw towards the dead engine? Is rudder trim a totally manually event through the two trim motors?
4. Is it true that the A320/321 heat the aft and fwd cargo holds, and the A319 only heats and ventilates the AFT hold?
5. What does it mean to latch the sidestick?
Many thanks for your help,
John