B737 NG - TYPE RATING EXAM QUESTIONS

1. Which port do the HF1 and HF2 transceivers use for tuning data inputs from the on-side and off-side Radio Communication Panels (RCP1 and RCP2) respectively to their own side?. Port A for both sides. 1 to 1 Port A, 2 to 2 Port A. Port B for both sides.

Does grounding the port select discrete have an effect on the HF transceiver input port?. No, it has no effect. Yes, it selects Port A. Yes, it selects Port B.

What effect does grounding the port select discrete have on the HF transceiver input port selection?. It causes the transceiver to use Port B exclusively. It causes the transceiver to use Port A exclusively. It causes the transceiver to switch between Port A and Port B.

During failure of RCP1, how does HF1 transceiver obtain its tuning data?. From RCP3 via Port B. From RCP2 via Port B. From RCP2 via Port A.

What does the bypass mode relay do when it is de-energized due to an RCP failure?. Disconnects all communication. Routes control to another RCP. Switches the antenna to a backup.

What light indication appears on the Radio Communication Panel when the HF transceiver is operating in AM (Amplitude Modulation) mode?. Green light. Red light. Amber “AM” light.

How long does it normally take the HF antenna coupler to tune to a frequency?. 1–2 seconds. 2–4 seconds. 5 seconds.

What indication light will illuminate if the HF transceiver shows a failure (LRU fail)?. Yellow “Fault” light. Green “Ready” light. Red “Test” or “Fail” light.

What warning is given regarding personal safety during HF transmission?. Disconnect feed and wear protective gloves. Must stay 6 feet away to avoid injury. Wear headphones to avoid injury.

What condition causes the Key Interlock light to come on red in the HF transceiver system?. When the transceiver is in AM mode. When the antenna is improperly grounded. Failure in the coupler.

What frequency range does the VHF communication radio cover?. 108.000 – 118.000 MHz. 118.000 – 136.975 MHz. 144.000 – 156.000 MHz.

Which component sends microphone audio and press-to-talk (PTT) signals to the VHF transceiver during transmission?. REU (Remote Control Unit). RCP (Radio Control Panel). SEL Decoder.

Where are the VHF Communication Panels (RCPs) located?. Cockpit ceiling. Flight compartment. Control tower.

How does the port select discrete signal affect VHF transceiver input port selection?. Grounded = Port B. Open = Port A. Grounded = Port A, Open = Port B.

Which RCP normally controls VHF1 transceiver?. RCP1. RCP2. RCP3.

What happens during a failure of RCP1 regarding the VHF transceivers?. VHF1 stops transmitting. Control transfers to RCP2 or RCP3. VHF2 takes over.

What function does the COMM TEST switch on the Radio Communication Panel perform?. Tests the antenna system. Starts a confidence check, disables squelch, and produces static. Turns off all VHF transmissions.

What is the primary purpose of the VHF transceiver in the Boeing communication system?. Only voice communication. Voice and data communication. Only data communication.

Which component in the VHF transceiver displays the results of BIT (Built-In Test) and software loading status?. VHF Transceiver Display Unit (TDU). VHF Control Display Unit (CDU). Radio Communication Panel (RCP).

What volume controls are used to adjust the audio volume for the active radio receiver operation?. Radio volume knob on the RCP. Squelch button on the RCPU. ACP knobs and switches.

What indicates a call from the attendant station to the flight compartment in the flight recall system?. Green light. Pink light for cabin call, Blue light for ground call. Red light.

What happens when the “Lift Program Pins” on the Integrated Handset Controller are grounded and zero is pushed on the pilot panel?. The system goes into test mode. The aircraft systems reset. The system supplies an attendant alert.

What is the primary purpose of the Flight Video Surveillance System?. To monitor the cabin. For security purposes to identify individuals before allowing access to the flight compartment. To capture video for in-flight entertainment.

Which component powers the infrared video cameras?. The aircraft’s battery. The Aircraft Electrical Power Unit. From central interface units (the CIU, VIU, CCU or VS).

How does the flight crew select which camera video to display on the video surveillance panel?. By voice command. By pressing a button to cycle through cameras. Automatically switches based on movement.

What type of video signal does the infrared camera provide, and where are the camera components located?. Analog signal, located in the cockpit. Digital signal, located in the tail section. Analog signal (NTSC) format, Each IR video camera is installed within a reading light housing.

In the context of a call, what is a downlink?. The transmission from the aircraft to ground. The transmission from the ground to aircraft. A type of communication between the flight crew.

In the context of aircraft, which system automatically sends reports at scheduled times during flight to reduce crew workload?. The ACARS system. The Flight Data Acquisition Unit (FDAU). The ELT system.

Which of the following is not listed as a typical ACARS report?. Performance of the engine. Pressure of the fuel tank. Status of the current flight operation.

What does the abbreviation “OUT” stand for in flight operations?. Out of service. Out of the gate. OUT, OFF, ON, IN.

What does the abbreviation AOC represent in the ACARS manual?. Aircraft Operational Control. Airline Operational Control. Automated Operational Communication.

What frequency does the ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) system use to send homing and emergency signals?. 121.5 MHz. 243 MHz. 118.0 MHz.

Which component in the ARTEX ELT supplies aircraft identification and position coordinates?. Beacon Programming Unit (BPU). Airborne Data Link (ADL). Airline Identification Module (AIM).

What action must be taken to stop an accidental ELT transmission?. Set the ELT switch to ON, then back to OFF. Disconnect the aircraft's power supply. Reset the aircraft's avionics systems.

What is the function of the Programming Switch Module in the ELT system?. Controls the transmission frequency. Stores the identity of the unit. Activates the ELT.

What does ADL stand for, and what is its function in relation to ACARS?. Automatic Data Link – Controls communication protocols. Airborne Data Loader – load software and data base information into the ACARS Management Unit (MU). Aircraft Data Link – Provides real-time transmission of flight data.

What is the primary function of ACARS?. Provides voice communication. Provides data communication between the aircraft and ground stations. Controls in-flight entertainment systems.

Which component of ACARS is used to control its operation and display messages?. ACARS Management Unit (CMU). Controller Display Unit (CDU) or Electronic Flight Bag (EFB. Radio Communication Panel (RCP).

What is the purpose of the Programming Switch Module in ACARS?. Stores the aircraft’s flight data. Contains DIP switches that uniquely identify the aircraft. Controls the radio transmission frequencies.

Which ACARS component is responsible for managing both reception of ground-to-air messages and transmission of air-to-ground messages?. ACARS Management Unit (MU). ACARS Control Panel (ACP). Control Display Unit (CDU).

What immediate visual and auditory feedback occurs when the ELT control switch is moved to ON?. The ELT light flashes, and the emergency signal is heard on the frequency. The system immediately turns off the ELT signal. The ELT light turns green and remains steady.

What is the regulatory requirement when performing an ELT test?. It must be done within the first 5 minutes of the hour, and the test duration must be no longer than 15 seconds. It must be done once every 24 hours. It must be done only after a flight.

What method is used to test 121.5 and 243 MHz frequencies on the ELT?. Use the VHF transceiver to monitor the transmission. Use a satellite link. Use a dedicated monitoring device.

What happens to the ELT light and transmission when the control switch is returned from ON to OFF?. The ELT light goes off, and the emergency transmission stops. The transmission continues, and the ELT light stays green. The ELT light stays on, but the transmission stops.

Under what circumstances must an ELT transmission test be performed?. Only after the aircraft lands. When required by the maintenance schedule or after ELT system troubleshooting. After every flight.