Thrust Reversers

Question 1

The white REV display above the N1 indication should extinguish when ( ) or ( ).

Answer 1

the thrust lever is out of idle
weight is off wheels

PTM 7-39

Question 2

Can the TRs be used in MAN mode?

Answer 2

yes, but only with the engine in idle.

PTM 7-40

Question 3

Pressing the ( ) closes the TR isolation valve.

Answer 3

Fire Push switch

PTM 7-34

Question 4

Will the TRs operate without main hydraulic pressure?

Answer 4

No

PTM 7-34

Question 5

Normal indications during a TR check are ( ), ( ), followed by ( ).

Answer 5

white REV
momentary amber UNL
green DEP

PTM 7-37

Question 6

At ( )kts, the reverser levers should be ( ).

Answer 6

40 kts
smoothly moved forward of the idle deploy position.

PTM 7-40

Question 7

TRs must not be used to ( ).

Answer 7

back up the aircraft.

AFM 1-15

Question 8

5 limitations of the TRs

Answer 8

1. Do not use to backup the aircraft
2. Do not use for touch and goes
3. Max reverse thrust usable at speeds down to 40kts
4. Limited to idle in Manual mode
5. CB cannot be intentionally pulled in flight, except as specified in the QRH