Airbus A318 A319 A320 A321 CFM56 General Familiarization Technical Training T4 – PDF Manual

Description

Airbus Single Aisle CFM56 General Familiarization Technical Training Manual

This Airbus A318 A319 A320 A321 CFM56 General Familiarization Technical Training T4 – PDF Manual is an official training document designed for technical personnel and maintenance staff. It provides a comprehensive, high-level overview of the Airbus Single Aisle family aircraft equipped with CFM56 engines. This manual is structured as a general familiarization course (T4) and is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand the common systems, design philosophy, and operational logic that unites the A318, A319, A320, and A321. It is not a detailed step-by-step maintenance manual but rather a foundational training document that explains the ‘how and why’ of each system, making it ideal for system overview, initial training, and as a reference for understanding system interconnections.

File Details

• Manual Type: General Familiarization Technical Training Course (T4)
• Brand / Aircraft Family: Airbus Single Aisle (A318, A319, A320, A321)
• Engine Covered: CFM International CFM56
• Language: English
• Total Pages: 480 (Part 1 of 2)
• File Format: PDF
• Publication Date: November 2009
• Document Part: Part 1 of 2

Chapters Covered

The content is structured to provide a logical progression from the aircraft family concept to specific system presentations. The manual covers the following main sections, each offering a general familiarization of the subject matter:

• 00 Family Ties Presentation (1): Airbus family concept, commonality, fleet advantages, cabin comfort, and efficiency.
• 00 SA Family Presentation (1): Aircraft general dimensions (A318, A319, A320, A321), maximum weights, operating limits, cabin layouts, door heights, composite structures, structural breakdown and zoning (fuselage, stabilizers, wing), cockpit presentation (overhead, glareshield, main instrument panel, center pedestal, side consoles), cockpit philosophy (pushbutton logic and color coding).
• 00 Ground Handling (1): Ground support equipment, tools, jacking procedures, towing operations, safety items, servicing points, aircraft servicing arrangements, and turning radii.
• 31 Indicating/Recording System Presentation (1): Electronic Instrument System (EIS) including EFIS and ECAM, Centralized Fault Display System (CFDIU), AIRMAN option, eLogbook, Digital Flight Data Recording (DFDRS/FDIMU), Aircraft Integrated Data System (AIDS), component locations, and maintenance/test facilities.
• 24 Electrical Power System Presentation (1): General architecture (IDGs, AC/DC buses, TRs), abnormal configuration (ESS TR), emergency configuration (RAT/EMER GEN), battery-only configuration, control and indicating panels, component locations, maintenance/test facilities, and safety precautions.
• 34 ADIRS and STBY Instruments Presentation (1): Air Data/Inertial Reference System (ADIRS), air data inputs (pitot, static, AOA, TAT), inertial reference section, control and indicating, standby instruments (conventional and ISIS).
• 34 Dependent POS Determining SYS & LAND Aids (1): Landing aids (ILS, marker), Head-Up Display (HUD), Radio Navigation System (VOR, DME, ADF, MMR), GPS, ATC/TCAS, component locations, and maintenance/test facilities.
• 34 Independent POS Determining SYS Pres. (1): Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS), Radio Altimeters (RAs), Weather Radar (WXR) and Predictive Windshear (PWS), control panels, component locations, and safety precautions.
• 22 Auto Flight System Presentation (1): General architecture (FMGCs, FACs), Flight Management/Flight Guidance (Autopilot, Flight Director, Autothrust), Flight Augmentation, panel locations (MCDU, FCU, EFIS displays), side sticks, throttle levers, component locations, and safety precautions.
• 46 Air Traffic INFO Management SYS Pres. (1): ATIMS general, pre-FANS and FANS configurations, architecture, panel location/control and indicating (MCDU menus, DCDUs), component location, and maintenance/test facilities.
• 23 Communications System Presentation (1): General (radio and on-board communication), Radio Communication System (VDR, HFDR, RMP, ACP), On-Board Communications (CIDS, flight interphone, AMU, calls panel), SS Cockpit Voice Recorder (SSCVR), component locations, and safety precautions.
• 23 CIDS System Presentation (1): CIDS general, cabin intercommunication data system, passenger entertainment and signs, optional IFE, evacuation command system, aircraft data management, control and indicating (purser station, cabin crew station, area call panel), component locations, and safety precautions.
• 33 Lights System Presentation (1): General, cockpit lights, cabin lights (through CIDS), emergency lights, cargo/service compartment lights, exterior lights, maintenance/test facilities, and safety precautions.
• 51 Structure Presentation (1): Structure design principles, ATA breakdown, doors (passenger, cargo, landing gear), fuselage sections, pylons, stabilizers (horizontal and vertical), windows, wings (fixed and movable surfaces), and composite applications.
• 29 Hydraulic Power System Presentation (1): System introduction (green, yellow, blue), ECAM hydraulic page, panel location, component locations (PTU, pumps, RAT, reservoirs, servicing panels), safety and environmental precautions.
• 32 Landing Gear Presentation (1): Landing gear overview, doors, wheels and brakes, extension and retraction system, braking modes (normal, alternate, parking), steering, control and indicating (panels, indicators, rudder pedals, hand wheels), component location, and safety precautions.
• 27 Flight Controls Presentation (1): Introduction, flight control surfaces (pitch, roll, yaw, speed brakes, ground spoilers, high lift), controls (side stick, speed brake lever, THS, rudder pedals, flap lever), indicating (ECAM pages, priority lights), fly-by-wire principle, control laws (normal, alternate, direct), mechanical backup, slat and flap system, component locations (computers, actuators), maintenance/test facilities, and safety precautions.

This Airbus A320 family general familiarization training manual explains the logic and operation of each major system, from the cockpit to the tail. It is particularly valuable for understanding the integrated architecture of the fly-by-wire flight controls, the electronic instrument system (EIS), and the centralized fault display system (CFDS). The manual also covers ground handling, electrical systems, navigation, communications, and the cabin intercommunication data system (CIDS). By studying this document, technical personnel will develop a strong mental model of how the aircraft’s systems function and interact, which is crucial for effective troubleshooting and maintenance planning. The manual is heavily illustrated with system schematics, panel layouts, and component location diagrams to reinforce learning.

Airbus A318 A319 A320 A321 CFM56 General Familiarization Technical Training T4 – PDF Manual

This training manual is part of the Airbus Technical Training portfolio and is intended for a broad audience, including maintenance technicians, engineers, flight crew, and ground operations staff. It provides a unified view of the Airbus Single Aisle family, highlighting the high degree of commonality that makes operating a mixed fleet of A318, A319, A320, and A321 aircraft efficient. The document covers essential topics such as the fly-by-wire system, aircraft structures, hydraulics, and landing gear. It is a vital resource for system familiarization, supporting the development of a comprehensive understanding of the aircraft’s capabilities and limitations.

What This Manual Enables You To Do

• Understand the general architecture and operation of all major Airbus A320 family systems, including flight controls, electrical, hydraulic, and indicating/recording systems.
• Identify the location and function of key components, panels, and controls within the cockpit and throughout the aircraft.
• Gain a foundational knowledge necessary for effective system troubleshooting and for understanding maintenance procedures found in other Airbus documentation.
• Comprehend the design philosophy behind cockpit pushbuttons and indicator lights, including the normal “dark cockpit” concept.
• Familiarize yourself with the electronic instrument system (EIS) and the centralized fault display system (CFDS), which are central to modern Airbus maintenance.

Downloading this Airbus A318 A319 A320 A321 CFM56 General Familiarization Technical Training T4 – PDF Manual provides you with an instant digital copy that can be accessed on any device. It is fully printable, allowing you to study offline or highlight key information. This document is an excellent investment for anyone seeking a deep, system-level understanding of the Airbus A320 family, from the cockpit and avionics to the hydraulic systems and airframe structure. It serves as a solid foundation for more advanced courses and on-the-job application.