4. Introduction to Airplane Engines

Question 1

The order of operation regarding the strokes of a typical four-stroke per cycle airplane engine is:

Answer 1

1. Intake
2. Compression
3. Power
4. Exhaust.

Question 2

Most of the heat caused by internal combustion is eliminated via:

Answer 2

The exhaust system.

Question 3

Engine lubrication oil performs three functions:

Answer 3

1. Coats moving parts
2. Dissipates heat
3. Filters foreign materials.

Question 4

An aircraft engine features extra reliability because it has:

Answer 4

Dual magneto ignition system.