The serves as the foundational technical introduction for pilots and maintenance technicians to one of the world's most successful commercial aircraft families. This process bridges the gap between general aviation knowledge and the specific, high-tech systems that define the A320’s operational philosophy. The Fly-By-Wire Revolution
| | ATA Chapter | Key Topics | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Introduction | 00 | General data, dimensions, weights, MTOW, MLW | | Air Conditioning & Pressurization | 21 | Packs, zone controller, outflow valve, ram air | | Auto Flight | 22 | FMGC, MCDU, FAC, flight guidance, autoland | | Communications | 23 | VHF, HF, SATCOM, CVR, cockpit interphone | | Electrical Power | 24 | IDG (Integrated Drive Generator), TRU, batteries, GLC | | Equipment & Furnishings | 25 | Cabin layout, cargo compartments, doors | | Fire Protection | 26 | Engine bottles, APU fire, cargo smoke detection | | Flight Controls | 27 | ELAC, SEC, FAC, spoilers, slats, rudder | | Fuel System | 28 | Inner/outer tanks, transfer jet pumps, refueling panel | | Hydraulic Power | 29 | Engine pumps, electric pumps, priority valves, RAT | | Ice & Rain Protection | 30 | Wing anti-ice, engine cowl anti-ice, probes/windows | | Landing Gear | 32 | Nose/main gear, steering, brakes, BSCU | | Navigation | 34 | ADIRS (IRS + Air Data), GPS, radio altimeters | | Oxygen | 35 | Crew oxygen, passenger PSUs, portable bottles | | Pneumatic | 36 | Bleed air system, cross-bleed valve, HP/LP valves | | APU | 49 | APU fuel control, bleed load, electrical load | | Engine CFM56/V2500 | 70-80 | FADEC, N1/N2, oil system, starting sequence | Airbus A320 General Familiarization Pdf
A320 General Familiarization Manual | PDF | Fuselage - Scribd The serves as the foundational technical introduction for