Section I; General Information; Introduction; Description Of Equipment - Honeywell BENDIX/KING KRA 405 Installation Manual

Radar altimeter
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1.1

INTRODUCTION

This manual contains information relative to the physical, mechanical, and electrical
characteristics of the Bendix/ King KRA 405. Installation and operating procedures
are also included. Information relative to the maintenance and procurement of re-
placement parts may be found in Section IV, V, and VI of the KRA 405 Maintenance/
Overhaul Manual.
1.2

DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT

The KRA 405 Radar Altimeter System provides the pilot with dependable, accurate
AGL altitude information during the critical approach phase of a flight. The system has
the capability of alerting the pilot when a predetermined altitude (decision height) is
reached. The system also provides altitude information to the flight control system
during the approach.
1.3

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

TABLE 1-1 KRA 405 Radar Altimeter Technical Characteristics
SPECIFICATION
TSO COMPLIANCE:
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
WEIGHT:
ALTITUDE:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Operating Temperature Range:
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
ANTENNA CABLES (2 Required):
Length:
Cable Type:
AIRCRAFT INSTALLATION DELAY (AID):
Rev 6, June 2003

SECTION I

GENERAL INFORMATION

C87.
DO-138 ENV CAT AG/A/NJ/AAAEXXXXX.
DO-160A Altitude CAT F2.
Refer to
Figure
Refer to
Figure
55,000 ft (16,764 m) (Per DO-160A CAT F2).
-54 deg C to +71 deg C.
27.5 Vdc +/- 20% at 850 mA.
Total Length 34 ft (10.36 m) max both cables com-
bined.
RG-393.
40 ft (12.19 m) recommended.
57 ft (17.37 m) available.
IM 006-00104-0006.dwd
CHARACTERISTIC
2-2, Dwg No 155-05153-0000.
2-2, Dwg No 155-05153-0000.
KRA 405
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