01/08/16
Overview
The function of the switching system is to let the flight crew operate the start and ignition cycle of the engine, activate some engine control functions, and when necessary, start an engine or APU fire extinguishing command.
The switching system supplies the pilots with an interface for the following control and indication functions:
- Control of the engine start and ignition cycle
- Activation of the engine control functions that follow:
- Engine synchronization
- Automatic power reserve function
- Mach hold function
- Event record function
- Indications and controls related to engine and APU fire conditions
The switching system includes the switching control system.
