Understanding the Airbus A320 tire size is crucial for flight crews, engineers, and MRO teams. According to the Airbus A320 AFM (02-Apr-2025) and the A320 Basics Manual, the A320’s wheel and tire assemblies are designed for intensive short- and medium-haul operations, balancing weight, speed, and braking efficiency. Main wheels and nose wheel configurations are specifically […]
Category Archives: Airbus A320
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Category: A320 Systems / Technical Training Estimated Reading Time: 9–10 minutes What Is the A320 Switching Panel? On the Airbus A320 flight deck, a small but vital control unit sits just below the ECAM Control Panel on the center pedestal — the Switching Panel. Its purpose is simple yet critical: it allows pilots to manually […]
Air Conditioning System, Airbus A320
A320 Air Conditioning System Basics – How Packs, Mixers & Ram Air Work
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The Airbus A320 air conditioning system is a complex but highly automated part of the aircraft’s Environmental Control System (ECS). Designed to ensure passenger comfort and crew satisfaction while maintaining proper pressurization and ventilation, the system intelligently blends bleed air, cooled air, and recirculated air across three cabin zones. This intricate system utilizes various components, […]
Airbus A320, Electrical System
Airbus A320 Electrical System: Power Source Priority and Emergency Backup
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Understanding how the A320 electrical system manages its power sources is critical for pilots and engineers alike. This article breaks down the source priority and redundancy built into the aircraft, highlighting the importance of each component for flight safety. The A320 employs a sophisticated network of electrical bus bars and systems to ensure a reliable […]
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Learn how the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) functions as a critical backup system on the Airbus A320 airliner. Discover how it provides emergency hydraulic and electrical power when all else fails. Introduction Imagine you're cruising at 35,000 feet when suddenly both engines flame out. It sounds like a pilot’s worst nightmare, but even in this [...]
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The Airbus A320 flight control system is built on a fly-by-wire philosophy, where computer-mediated laws govern how pilot inputs are translated into aircraft responses. At the core of this system is “Normal Law“—the standard flight control mode that ensures safe, smooth, and predictable handling under normal conditions. This article explores what Normal Law is, how […]
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Alpha Floor protection is a critical feature in the Airbus A320’s flight envelope protection system. It automatically applies TOGA thrust when the aircraft’s angle of attack (AoA) exceeds a threshold that indicates the aircraft is approaching a stall-like condition. This function is active when the aircraft is in Normal Law, from liftoff to 100 feet […]
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A320 Flight Path Vector Explained for Pilots: Understanding FPV and ILS Approaches Welcome to a comprehensive guide on the Airbus A320 Flight Path Vector (FPV), often referred to as “the bird.” This guide is designed to help pilots understand and effectively use the FPV, enhancing their flight operations, especially during instrument landing system (ILS) approaches […]
Airbus A320, APU
APU MASTER SW Bleed Air Shutdown Sequence on the A320: What Every Pilot Should Know
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The APU MASTER SW pushbutton might seem like a simple “on/off” control — but behind that switch lies a complex sequence of events, especially when bleed air is involved. In this guide, we’ll break down the exact shutdown behavior, cool-down timing, and ECB-controlled logic every A320 pilot should understand. What Happens When You Press the […]
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Introduction Circling approaches aren't just another maneuver—they're a visual segment of an instrument procedure that demands precision, discipline, and sharp situational awareness. When terrain, wind, or runway orientation prevents a straight-in landing, Airbus A320 pilots must rely on the circling approach procedure. This guide walks you through the Airbus FCTM-based circling approach—from setup to final [...]
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