What is the expected amperage of the generator while inflight?

The expected amperage of the generator while inflight is typically in the range of +50 to -2 AMPS. This range indicates that under normal operating conditions, the generator is capable of producing sufficient power to meet the electrical demands of the aircraft systems while maintaining a slight negative margin for situations where the electrical load might exceed the generator's output momentarily.

Understanding that +50 AMPS represents the maximum output the generator can provide allows the aircraft to effectively support all of its systems, including avionics, lighting, and other electrical components, while in flight. The slight negative value, such as -2 AMPS, suggests that the generator can handle brief moments of excess load without risking electrical failure, providing an additional safety margin.

In contrast, other ranges, such as 0 to +50 AMPS or -2 to +100 AMPS, do not accurately reflect the operational limits and expectations of the system's performance in flight, while +20 to -5 AMPS presents too narrow a range, potentially undermining the generator's capacity to meet the aircraft's electrical demands. Therefore, the correct range underscores the generator's design to consistently provide adequate power.