Aircraft Systems Flashcards
How many flap positions are there?
4
What accompanies the rudder and vertical stabilizer at the rear of the aircraft?
Horizontal stabilator
How does the anti-servo tab work on the stabilator?
It moves in the same direction as the stabilator but with increased travel
Alternator properties
14 Volt, 60 amps
Where is the brake fluid reservoir?
Top left front face of the firewall
Flap settings of the PA28
Up, 10, 25, 40 degrees
Size of each fuel tank?
25USG (24USG useable)
Total fuel capacity
50USG (48USG useable)
The fuel tank indicator tab reads from what capacity upwards?
8USG
The fuel pressure gauge measures pressure at what point in the fuel system?
Fuel entering the carburettor
In what order (from tank to engine) are the two fuel pumps placed?
Electric pump then engine-driven pump
Battery properties
12V battery
Battery location
Forward right face of fire wall
When may the Alternator Inop light illuminate?
When operating with a light electrical load
When can vacuum pressure read lower than actual?
High altiitudes and low RPM
Where is the pitot tube?
Underside of left wing
Maximum luggage capacity
200lb
Approx. extension of the nose and main gear oleos?
4 and a half inches
When can the parking brake be set?
Only when toe brakes are not depressed
Pitot-static system primary characteristic
Pitot and static pressure comes from the same probe
What is the EGT gauge used for?
Leaning
