AI Generated

Question 1

What is the main structure of the entire aircraft?

Answer 1

The fuselage

The fuselage provides the attaching points for all components.

Question 2

What are the four major assemblies of the fuselage?

Answer 2

• Nose section
• Cabin section
• Rear section
• Tail boom

These sections divide the main structure of the aircraft.

Question 3

What materials are used in the construction of the nose section?

Answer 3

Aluminum alloy and aluminum honeycomb

The nose section is supported by a keelson box structure.

Question 4

What equipment primarily occupies the top of the nose section shelf plate?

Answer 4

Avionics equipment, helipilot gyros, computers, and the main battery

These components are crucial for the aircraft’s operation.

Question 5

Where are the AC electrical system components mounted in the nose section?

Answer 5

To the underside of the shelf plate

This placement helps organize the space within the fuselage.

Question 6

What are the lower secondary structures in the nose section?

Answer 6

• Mount brackets for landing and taxi lights
• Avionics fan
• Two lower pivot hinges for the fiberglass nose cone

These structures support various functionalities in the aircraft.

Question 7

What type of construction is used for the cabin structure?

Answer 7

Metallic semi-monocoque construction covered in aluminum sheet

This construction provides strength and durability while keeping weight manageable.

Question 8

What materials are used for the floor shell and some side panels in the cabin?

Answer 8

Honeycomb panels

Honeycomb panels are utilized for their strength-to-weight ratio.

Question 9

What are the primary structures of the cabin?

Answer 9

• Cockpit and passenger floors
• Upper deck
• Forward frames
• Aft frames

These components are essential for the structural integrity of the cabin.

Question 10

What is located in the upper deck of the cabin?

Answer 10

• Hydraulic system reservoirs and filters
• Main transmission
• Engine
• Auxiliary generator

The upper deck houses critical systems necessary for the operation of the aircraft.

Question 11

What are the secondary structures of the cabin?

Answer 11

• Two hinged aluminum doors for cockpit access
• Two sliding composite built doors for passenger access
• Landing gear forward cross tube attachment points
• Associated forward fairings and cowlings

Secondary structures provide access and support to the primary structures.

Question 12

What type of structure is the rear section of the fuselage?

Answer 12

Conventional structure

This structure includes various components made from aluminum alloy.

Question 13

How many vertical frames are in the rear section of the fuselage?

Answer 13

Nine vertical frames

These frames provide structural support to the rear section.

Question 14

What components are included in the rear section of the fuselage?

Answer 14

• Fuel tank bays
• Aft avionics bay
• Baggage bay

These components are essential for both storage and system operations.

Question 15

Where are the lower fuel tanks located?

Answer 15

Below the floor

This placement helps in maintaining the aircraft’s center of gravity.

Question 16

What is the purpose of the aft avionics/electrical bay?

Answer 16

To house avionics and electrical components

Access is gained through the baggage door.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The cabin includes the crew compartment (cockpit) and the _______.

Answer 17

[passenger compartment]

Question 18

True or False: The rear section of the fuselage is made from composite materials.

Answer 18

False

The rear section is constructed from aluminum alloy.