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Forum: Tech Log
10th Aug 2003, 22:04
Replies: 4
Views: 3,271
Posted By comxtek

Be awarre that the electrical systems on the...

Be awarre that the electrical systems on the Classic and Next Gen are pretty different.

The the basics are always the same.

The primary sources of AC power are the (2) IDGs (Integrated Drive...
Forum: Tech Log
15th Jul 2003, 11:31
Replies: 6
Views: 3,706
Posted By comxtek

The problem only applies to the B737 Next Gen...

The problem only applies to the B737 Next Gen aircraft. It started as a problem on the -900s, but it was later learned that it existed in the -700/800. It was fixed on the -900 by adding a stiffer...
Forum: Tech Log
15th Jul 2003, 08:47
Replies: 7
Views: 5,573
Posted By comxtek

I think I may have figured it out. If AP "A" is...

I think I may have figured it out. If AP "A" is in CMD, then the both Capts and F/O's flight director commands are coming from FCC-A (master).
Under normal conditions, the Left Symbol Gen is...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jul 2003, 14:47
Replies: 0
Views: 676
Posted By comxtek

ERJ-145 Approaches and descents

I was a passenger on an ERJ145 into CLE today and we experienced a go-around. Now go-arounds happen all the time, but this one was a little weird.

On the downwind leg for 6C (I'm sitting on the...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jul 2003, 14:30
Replies: 7
Views: 5,573
Posted By comxtek

I'm sure this doesn't help you, but for now all I...

I'm sure this doesn't help you, but for now all I can say is GOOD QUESTION!!!
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jul 2003, 13:41
Replies: 6
Views: 3,706
Posted By comxtek

No, there is nothing mechanical preventing the...

No, there is nothing mechanical preventing the speedbrake lever from being pulled to the full-extended position.

And Phoenix X, the bulletin wasn't for extending the speedbrakes beyond the...
Forum: Tech Log
4th Jul 2003, 03:39
Replies: 12
Views: 4,050
Posted By comxtek

Earths rate of rotation. 360 degrees every...

Earths rate of rotation.

360 degrees every 24 hrs
15 deg per hr

IRUs can sense rotation easier at some latitudes than it can at others.
For instance, at the North Pole, it is harder to sense...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Jul 2003, 23:17
Replies: 12
Views: 4,050
Posted By comxtek

You turn the mode selectors to the NAV positon...

You turn the mode selectors to the NAV positon and do not enter a position. When the IRUs have completed its alignment and start flashing 'ALIGN' for a position entry, leaving the IRUS in align mode...
Forum: Tech Log
30th Jun 2003, 13:02
Replies: 7
Views: 1,954
Posted By comxtek

The amount of energy generated is still great. I...

The amount of energy generated is still great. I was on a B737NG which was on ground power yesterday during a test of the HF system. During my transmission, the overhead warning lights would all dim...
Forum: Tech Log
30th Jun 2003, 12:58
Replies: 12
Views: 4,050
Posted By comxtek

QAVION....your man on the inside is correct....

QAVION....your man on the inside is correct. Keeping the IRUs in the align mode will not give a more accurate alignment at all.
Forum: Tech Log
21st Jun 2003, 13:33
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By comxtek

Tykon, I missed a whole section on the...

Tykon, I missed a whole section on the procedure...sorry bout that.
Forum: Tech Log
20th Jun 2003, 02:26
Replies: 11
Views: 2,854
Posted By comxtek

No typo, 3000 (three thousand) psi!!! But there...

No typo, 3000 (three thousand) psi!!!
But there isn't much volume. The EDPs put out approx 22GPM...but I'm sure that nunmber would be a bit less with only 3-4% N2. But yes, it doesn't take much to...
Forum: Tech Log
18th Jun 2003, 12:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,854
Posted By comxtek

I agree, hence the different speeds of flap...

I agree, hence the different speeds of flap deployment when using elec pumps.
I was just throwing that out there because to this date, it amazes me that at that slow a speed 3000 psi can be put out.
Forum: Tech Log
15th Jun 2003, 12:30
Replies: 11
Views: 2,854
Posted By comxtek

Consider this.... At approx 3% N2, there is...

Consider this....
At approx 3% N2, there is 300PSI hydraulic pressure available!!
Forum: Tech Log
11th Jun 2003, 11:15
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By comxtek

tykon is correct, somewhat. The flight spoilers...

tykon is correct, somewhat.
The flight spoilers don't all move in unison.
But the manner in which they are adjusted to do so isn't as complicated as it sounds. Every spoiler doesn't have an angle...
Forum: Tech Log
22nd May 2003, 19:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,508
Posted By comxtek

Different header...same answer. Speed is not a...

Different header...same answer. Speed is not a factor.
Forum: Tech Log
21st May 2003, 02:12
Replies: 2
Views: 717
Posted By comxtek

The B737NG Rudder Authority Limiter doesn't make...

The B737NG Rudder Authority Limiter doesn't make any adjusments for an engine out situation. The SMYDs (Stall Mgmt Yaw Damper Computers) use N1 inputs, but they are for BITE entry purposes.
Forum: Tech Log
14th May 2003, 22:07
Replies: 8
Views: 1,474
Posted By comxtek

PACK = Very ineffective system on the MD80...

PACK = Very ineffective system on the MD80 aircraft. (On the gnd that is)
Forum: Tech Log
14th May 2003, 21:14
Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Posted By comxtek

Thats what I figured. Just the way it was worded...

Thats what I figured. Just the way it was worded was a little shaky to me.

Thanx
Forum: Tech Log
14th May 2003, 04:46
Replies: 2
Views: 1,066
Posted By comxtek

B757 (RB211) Engine Ctrl & A/T

I have a copy of the Big Boeings FMC user guide and occasionally go thru it as it is a pretty good read. But before I raise a red flag...maybe someone in here can shed some light on what the writer...
Forum: Tech Log
14th May 2003, 04:24
Replies: 8
Views: 1,474
Posted By comxtek

"2 on smaller jets, 3 on the big ones." B777...

"2 on smaller jets, 3 on the big ones."

B777 and B767s are big jets....they only have 2.
Forum: Tech Log
12th May 2003, 10:25
Replies: 13
Views: 4,570
Posted By comxtek

Sorry, got off topic. Yes, the Overheat light...

Sorry, got off topic.
Yes, the Overheat light will remain illuminated if the temperature increases to the Fire Warning level. It will remain illuminated until the temperature lowers below the...
Forum: Tech Log
12th May 2003, 05:42
Replies: 13
Views: 4,570
Posted By comxtek

Not so fast. On the B737s (-300 thru -900), the...

Not so fast. On the B737s (-300 thru -900), the amount of loop sensing a fire has nothing to do with whether an overheat or fire warning is generated.
The fire loops have different alarm settings....
Forum: Tech Log
10th May 2003, 13:08
Replies: 18
Views: 5,893
Posted By comxtek

I was trying to figure out a way to say what...

I was trying to figure out a way to say what fruitbatflyer
just said.
So here it is:

What he said!!!:p
Forum: Tech Log
5th May 2003, 10:41
Replies: 7
Views: 2,023
Posted By comxtek

Avioniker... This is the second forum that this...

Avioniker...
This is the second forum that this topic has been posted in without much feedback from you.
What type of B737 Next Gen is it, -600/700 or -800/900??
What has been replaced??

Yes...
Forum: Tech Log
10th Apr 2003, 13:15
Replies: 6
Views: 5,927
Posted By comxtek

The ram Air System will do whatever is necessary...

The ram Air System will do whatever is necessary to TRY to maintain below 230 degrees celcius at the compressor discharge. This includes keeping the ram air doors open throughout flight. The are many...
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Jan 2003, 06:49
Replies: 26
Views: 11,151
Posted By comxtek

The Next Gen wiper motors have overheat switches...

The Next Gen wiper motors have overheat switches in them as well. There was a modification done on them a couple of years back. The mod wasn't to the motors (at least ours wasn't), but thw iring...
Forum: Tech Log
11th Oct 2002, 16:07
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By comxtek

Just about... In the air, flaps up with...

Just about...

In the air, flaps up with Anti-Ice OFF...low idle
In the air, flaps in ldg config................high idle
In the air, anti-ice on...........................high idle
Forum: Tech Log
10th Oct 2002, 01:22
Replies: 4
Views: 1,274
Posted By comxtek

For some reason, the B-737-800 (NG) will not have...

For some reason, the B-737-800 (NG) will not have the additional nose up trim input at 50 feet AGL as the classic series did. Most of the autolands I have experienced in the NG have been rather firm...
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2002, 14:01
Replies: 10
Views: 4,700
Posted By comxtek

Mono, You gotta be careful when saying an...

Mono,

You gotta be careful when saying an aircraft doesn't have something in this industry.
The B767 is available with the Stick Nudger option, and I've worked on B767s with it.
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2002, 13:57
Replies: 21
Views: 11,750
Posted By comxtek

What a shame, the autopilot isn't doing your job...

What a shame, the autopilot isn't doing your job as well as it should be:D
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2002, 13:54
Replies: 26
Views: 17,444
Posted By comxtek

Never hurts to learn something though....

Never hurts to learn something though....
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2002, 13:53
Replies: 4
Views: 1,274
Posted By comxtek

The B737-800/900 is much longer, therefore...

The B737-800/900 is much longer, therefore thefalre is reduced on landing. This was taken into consideration.
Forum: Tech Log
6th Oct 2002, 04:17
Replies: 26
Views: 17,444
Posted By comxtek

the answer is balance tabs. The balance panels...

the answer is balance tabs. The balance panels assist during manual reversion. I was going to explain it, but I forgot, I have an official explanation available. All B737s have balance tabs (along...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Oct 2002, 05:45
Replies: 5
Views: 2,814
Posted By comxtek

I don't need to do the test. I can tell u in...

I don't need to do the test.
I can tell u in confidence that the valve is either powered open or closed. If I remove the plug from it while it is powered open, it will stay open. Power is needed...
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