Document ID: GPAM-AMPEL-0201-31-001-018-A
Version: 1.0
Date: [Date]
Author: [Author Name/Team]
Status: Draft
Classification: GAIA AIR Internal / Restricted
The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive description and operational overview of the Flight Data Recording System (FDRS) for the AMPEL360XWLRGA aircraft. This document includes details on the system's components, operation, and maintenance procedures.
This document covers the design, integration, operation, and maintenance of the FDRS in accordance with S1000D standards and applicable aerospace regulations.
Relevant regulations, standards, and references include:
- S1000D Data Module standards
- FAA FAR Part 25
- EASA CS-25
- DO-160/178, ISO, ASME, NFPA
- Internal COAFI guidelines
The Flight Data Recording System (FDRS) is designed to record and store critical flight data parameters for the AMPEL360XWLRGA aircraft. The system ensures that essential flight information is captured and preserved for analysis, safety investigations, and regulatory compliance.
- High-capacity solid-state memory for data storage
- Real-time data recording and retrieval
- Redundant power supply for continuous operation
- Compliance with international aviation standards
The FDRS consists of the following main components:
- Flight Data Recorder (FDR)
- Data Acquisition Unit (DAU)
- Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)
- Data Interface Module (DIM)
- Power Supply Unit (PSU)
- Description: The FDR is the primary component responsible for recording flight data parameters.
- Specifications: High-capacity solid-state memory, ruggedized for crash survivability, real-time data recording.
- Location: Installed in the aircraft's avionics bay.
- Description: The DAU collects and processes data from various aircraft sensors and systems.
- Specifications: High-speed data processing, multiple input channels, real-time data transmission.
- Location: Installed in the aircraft's avionics bay.
- Description: The CVR records audio from the cockpit, including pilot communications and ambient sounds.
- Specifications: High-fidelity audio recording, crash survivable memory unit.
- Location: Installed in the aircraft's avionics bay.
- Description: The DIM interfaces with the aircraft's data bus and transmits data to the FDR and CVR.
- Specifications: High-speed data interface, multiple communication protocols.
- Location: Installed in the aircraft's avionics bay.
- Description: The PSU provides redundant power to the FDRS components to ensure continuous operation.
- Specifications: Dual power inputs, automatic switchover, overvoltage protection.
- Location: Installed in the aircraft's avionics bay.
- Power-Up Sequence: The FDRS components are powered on during aircraft startup, and the system begins recording data.
- Data Recording: The DAU collects data from various sensors and systems, processes it, and transmits it to the FDR and CVR for storage.
- Data Retrieval: Recorded data can be retrieved via the DIM for analysis and review.
- Redundant Power Supply: The PSU ensures continuous operation of the FDRS components in the event of a primary power failure.
- Crash Survivability: The FDR and CVR are designed to withstand extreme conditions and preserve recorded data during a crash.
- System Health Monitoring: The FDRS continuously monitors its components for faults and anomalies.
- Diagnostic Tools: Built-in diagnostic tools allow for real-time system checks and fault isolation.
- Daily/Pre-flight: Visual inspections and basic functional checks.
- Periodic: Detailed inspections as per the Maintenance Planning Document (MPD).
- Data Analysis: Review recorded data for anomalies and trends.
- Fault Code Reading: Use onboard diagnostic systems to read fault codes and perform troubleshooting.
- Component Overhaul: Detailed procedures for servicing and replacing FDRS components.
- Safety Precautions: Follow standard safety protocols during maintenance activities.
- AMM (Aircraft Maintenance Manual) ATA 31: Covers the FDRS.
- CMM (Component Maintenance Manuals): For individual components (FDR, CVR, DAU, DIM, PSU).
- IPC (Illustrated Parts Catalog): Parts breakdown and illustrations.
- Vendor Specifications: Datasheets, installation manuals, and service bulletins.
- COAFI Part 0 (GAIA AIR Foundation & Governance)
- COAFI Part I (GAIA PULSE ID)
- COAFI Part IV (Quantum Propulsion - for interfaces, future designs)
- FAA FAR Part 25
- EASA CS-25
- SAE ARP4754A and ARP4761
- DO-160G / DO-178C (as applicable)
- ISO 8573, ASME B31.3, NFPA 70
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