Flap Lever
FLAP Lever

  • Selects position of the flap control valve, directing
    hydraulic pressure for flap drive unit.

  • Position of the Leading Edge devices is
    determined by selecting the Trailing Edge flap
    position.

  • Flap positions 30 and 40 arm the flap load relief
    system.

Flap Gates

Flap gates are incorporated to prevent inadvertent flap
lever movement beyond:

  • Position 1 - To check flap position for one engine
    inoperative go-around.
  • Position 15 - To check flap position for normal go-
    around.

A flap speed limit  placard is located on the Center
Forward Panel below the gear lever.