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General| Manufacturer | Airbus |
|---|---|
| Model | A340-200 |
| Type | Wide-body airliner |
| Length | 59.39 m (194 ft 10 in) |
| Wingspan | 60.3 m (197 ft 10 in) |
| Service Ceiling | 12, 500 m (41, 000 ft) |
| Cockpit Crew | 2 |
| Cruising Speed | Mach 0.82 |
| Maximum Speed | Mach 0.86 (913 km/h, 567 mph, 493 kn) |
| Engines | 4 × CFM International CFM56-5C turbofans |
| Thrust per Engine | 151 kN (34, 000 lbf) |
| Seating Capacity | 261 (3-class) |
Details sources of AC and DC electrical power on the A340.
Explains AC and DC busbar distribution in normal configuration.
Describes power distribution during generator or TR failures.
Describes normal and abnormal operations of the hydraulic systems.
Details pilot controls and electrical/hydraulic power sources for EFCS.
Outlines safeguards, dispatch criteria, and safety objectives.
Explains control laws (Normal, Alternate, Direct) and their operation.
Details Normal Law protections, operational aspects, and engine failure handling.
Explains protection mechanisms against high speeds, AoA, and attitude limits.
Describes control law reconfigurations, Alternate/Direct laws, and mechanical back-up.
Diagrams and details of braking systems including antiskid and autobrake.
Explains the operational principles of antiskid and autobrake systems.
Explains the role of the FCMS in controlling and monitoring the fuel system.
Describes how fuel is supplied to engines under various conditions.
Details automatic CG control via aft and forward fuel transfers.
Explains the Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) system and its functions.
Explains thrust control system, operations, and lever positions.
Shows the overall block diagram of the automatic flight system.
Details FMGS crew interface, PFD/ND displays, and AFS/FMS integration.
Covers guidance, autothrust, flight envelope, and flight management functions.
Lists and explains available AP/FD guidance and operation modes.
Explains AP/FD and Autothrust mode interaction and mechanization.
Explains flight envelope protection and speed computation.
Explains position indication and lateral navigation principles.
Diagram of the air conditioning system and explanation of its operation.
Explains cabin pressure control schematic and pressurization system operation.
Details audible warnings and ECAM control panel functions.
Explains FWS computation, management, classification, and attention-getters.
