SLATS / FLAPS / SPEEDBRAKE
  • 21 Feb 2023
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SLAT/FLAP POSITION

  • Displays the slat/flap position. If the information is invalid, the indication will be removed from the display.
  • Cyan pointers shows the slat/flap commanded position and the green slat/flap depictions show actual slat/flap position.

SLAT/FLAP READOUT

  • Displays the slat/flap surface position.
  • Green dashes indicate slat/flap in transit.
  • If slat/flap surface stops in an intermediate position, the slat/flap readout will display the more retracted surface position.
  • In case of slat/flap surface jamming, an additional box will be displayed in amber, as well as the readout.

SPEEDBRAKE INDICATION

  • Displays a white SPDBRK annunciation when the airplane is in the air.
  • Amber boxed – in case of failure.
  • An OPEN and GREEN speedbrake position indication and a white GND SPLR annunciation display on EICAS after airplane touchdown when one of the Ground Spoiler panels open-