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Aircraft Technical Knowledge (PPL - Aeroplane)

12.40.10(a) the basic principle of operation (earth gyroscope);
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12.40.10(b) how pitch attitude and bank angle are displayed;
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12.40.10(c) the pilot checks for serviceability.
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12.40.12 With respect to the heading indicator (or DGI), explain the:
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12.40.12(a) advantages of a gyroscopic heading indicator (versus a compass);
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12.40.12(b) need for, and method of synchronising the HI with the compass;
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12.40.12(c) pilot checks for serviceability.
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12.40.14 Briefly explain the errors likely to occur if:
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12.40.14(a) the gyro rotor rpm is low;
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12.40.14(b) there is an indication of a power failure on an electrically-driven gyro.
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12.40.16 Describe the indications of toppling.
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* * * GNSS Instruments * * *
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12.42 GNSS Instruments
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12.42.2 Describe the basic principles and operation of a GNSS (Global NavigationSatellite System).
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12.42.4 Describe the limitations and failure indications of a GNSS system.
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* * * TCAS * * *
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12.44 TCAS
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12.44.2 Briefly describe the basic function and operation of TCAS.
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* * * TAWS Systems * * *
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12.46 TAWS Systems
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12.46.2 Briefly describe the basic function and operation of TAWS (Terrain Awarenessand Warning System).
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* * * EFIS Instrument Displays * * *
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* * * ELT Systems * * *
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12.50 ELT Systems
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