A320 Thrust Control System
by jerome meriweather
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Up to ECAM
Outward to Radio or Audio or Lighting
Down to ENG Start
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Throttles
Transmit signals to the FADEC, which computes and displays the thrust rating limit and EPR. The throttle can only be moved manually.
There are five lever positions define by stops or detents: Reverse Idle, Forward Idle, Climb (CL), Continuous Thrust (FLX/MCT) and
TakeOff / Go Around (TO/GA)
Pitch Trim Wheels
- Provides mechanical control of horizontal stabilizer trim. Trim wheels have priority over electrical control. Use of trim wheels does not
disconnect the ELACs, as the override mechanism ensures that the computers remain synchronized with the manually selected position.
- Trim wheels must be utilized when pitch direct law is in effect.
- Pitch trim is automatically reset to 0 following touchdown as the pitch attitude becomes less than 2.5°.
CG Scales
Indicate relation between CG location and pitch trim setting prior takeoff.
Autothrottle Disconnect Switches (Red)
When pressed, disconnects the autothrottle system.
Trim Position Scales
Indicate trim position in degrees. Normal range is marked by a green band.
Reverse Levers
Select Reverse Thrust by overriding the stop fitted at the FWD IDLE position. The stop is reset when the throttle is selected back to forward thrust.
Full Reverse Range
In Full Reverse when throttle is pulled to this position.
Scale
A/THR Range
When the A/THR is armed, thrust is controlled directly by throttle position until the throttle is placed in the engagement range.
Then, the A/THR is engaged and automatically controls thrust or speed, depending on the autopilot/flight director mode.