Where is the FLAP RESET switch located?

• A. On the panel behind the copilot seat
• B. On the floor near rudder pedals
• C. In the overhead panel
• D. On the center console near the throttle

Answer: (A)

The flap reset switch is placed on the panel behind the copilot seat to provide a clearly labeled, accessible location for re-initializing the flap system without interfering with the primary flight controls. When you encounter a flap fault or a mismatch between the flap position indicator and the actual flap position, you can use this switch to re-home the system and clear the fault, allowing normal operation to resume.

Having it behind the copilot seat keeps it separate from the main control panels and away from the feet, reducing the chance of accidental activation during flight. It also ensures both seats have access to the switch without cluttering the central console.

It wouldn’t be on the floor near the rudder pedals, overhead, or on the center console near the throttle, because those locations are either too exposed to foot movement, harder to reach quickly from both seats, or would mix reset functionality with primary controls, increasing the risk of inadvertent use.