Aircraft Parameters (NG)

Question 1

What is the starter motor duty limit?

Answer 1

2 min on + 10 seconds cool

Question 2

During engine max motoring, what is the wait period needed between the second and subsequent start attempts?

Answer 2

2 minutes

Question 3

What could happen if an ignition switch fails to stay in GRD until the starter cutout RPM? (56% N2)

Answer 3

This can cause a hot start.

Question 4

If a fluid leak (other than a continuous stream) from any of the engine drains is discovered during the Exterior Inspection, can the engine be started?

Answer 4

Yes, however If the fluid leak continues after the engine is stable ,shut down the engine for maintenance action.

Question 5

What must be done if the fluid leak continues after the engine is stable at idle, do one of the following:

Answer 5

Run the engine at idle thrust for up to 5 minutes. If the fluid leak stops during this time, no maintenance action is needed. If the fluid leak doesn’t stops during this time, shut down the engine.

Question 6

What does a flashing white Box around the digital EGT display?

Answer 6

The EEC has detected a rapid EGT rise approaching the start limit.

Question 7

What does a RED box around and text on the EGT display indicate?

Answer 7

The EGT start limit has been exceeded.

The EEC will automatically turn off the ignition and close the engine fuel shutoff valve.

Question 8

What does a RED box on the EGT display indicate during a preflight inspection?

Answer 8

There has been an EGT exceedance prior.