11.10 Supply Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is gravity fuel feed systems
A
Use gravity to supply fuel to the engines. Common in high wing aircraft containing a fuel tank in each wing
2
Q
What is pressure fuel feed system
A
Fuel fed to engine by engine driven or electric pump usually on low wing aircraft
3
Q
Why would a pressure fuel feed be needed
A
If tanks are too low to provide pressure, fuel tank too far from engine, fuel rate to engines is high causing excessive pressure to drop
4
Q
What is an injection fuel feed system
A
Used on high wing aircraft, fuel system uses fuel injection rather than a carburettor
5
Q
What is needed on larger aircraft in case of an emergency landing
A
Fuel jettison
