![]() |
B767300ER HDG question
Scenario: Inflight B767300ER dual engine flame out, APU running.
Question: Does APU pneumatic strong enough to provide ADP the strenght needed to run the HMG to its full required power output to accomplish its standby electric power duties? |
If the APU is still running the APU generator will supply all electrical loads, apart from some minor load shedding, and enough air to run the ADP and the aircon packs.
Regards, BH. |
Yes.
But if your APU is running the big black generator attached to it will be supplying full ships AC power no problem! That's pretty much the reason the APU is there. (i.e back-up elec source - not back up pnuematics - as APU pnuematics are only good up to approx 20,000ft) APU and gen are fully certified up to aircraft ceiling height. From the Manual:- The airborne auxiliary power system supplies electrical and pneumatic power for the airplane. On the ground electrical and pneumatic power are available to make the airplane independent of ground support equipment. Pneumatic power is available in flight up to approximately 18,000 feet. Electrical power is available in flight at any altitude. The APU can be started up to the aircraft’s ceiling. Spanner Turner :ok: Also from the Manual:- The hydraulic motor generator system provides a non-time limited 5kva backup power source, both AC and DC after a loss of all normal generator electrical power (both main AC power buses de-powered). System Description The single hydraulic motor generator (HMG) is located in the left wheel well. The generator is driven by a hydraulic motor supplied from the center hydraulic system. The center hydraulic system is pressurize by the air-driven hydraulic pump (ADP), supplied by left, right engine bleed air or APU bleed air. A motor driven hydraulic shutoff valve provides on/off control for the HMG. Automatic activation of the hydraulic motor generator system occurs with loss of power to both main ac buses and air mode sensed . A flow limiter regulates hydraulic flow to the trailing edge flaps and leading edge slats during HMG operation. Control and protection functions are performed by the generator control unit located in the P65 panel. The AC Bus Sensing Relays and the Bus Transfer Relays are also located in the P65 panel. |
Thanks for the reply.
I know that APU gen will provide full electrical power backup on a normal day. I was exploring all possibilities after reading about this Qantas 747 incident: compounded / gen control unit / multi buses failure not covered by QRH. |
| All times are GMT. The time now is 08:40. |
Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.