Ch. 14 - Aircraft Fuel Systems Flashcards
If a piston engine aircraft is fueled with Avgas of an insufficient octane rating, there will be an increased danger of _____________
- insufficient combustion.
- vapor lock.
- detonation.
detonation.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 4
The primary purpose of a fuel tank sump is to provide a _____________
- place where water and dirt accumulations in the tank can collect and be drained.
- positive system of maintaining the design minimum fuel supply for safe operation.
- reserve supply of fuel to enable the aircraft to land safely in the event of fuel exhaustion.
place where water and dirt accumulations in the tank can collect and be drained.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 7
What precautions must be observed if a gravity feed fuel system is permitted to supply fuel to an engine from more than one tank at a time?
- Each tank must have a valve in its outlet that automatically shuts off the line when the tank is empty.
- The fuel outlet ports of each tank must have the same cross sectional area.
- The tank airspaces must be interconnected.
The tank airspaces must be interconnected.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 9
Before fueling an aircraft by using the pressure fueling method, what important precaution should be observed?
- The truck pump pressure must be adjusted for minimum filter pressure.
- The aircraft’s electrical system must be on to indicate quantity gauge readings.
- The truck pump pressure must be correct for that refueling system.
The truck pump pressure must be correct for that refueling system.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 14, 16
In all types of fuel systems, all fuel tanks must be vented _____________
- to each other.
- to a jettison system.
- to the atmosphere.
to the atmosphere.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 9
Entrained water in aviation turbine fuel is a hazard because of its susceptibility to freezing as it passes through the filters. What are common methods of preventing this hazard?
- Micromesh fuel strainers and fuel heater.
- Anti-icing fuel additives and fuel heater.
- High-velocity fuel pumps and fuel heater.
Anti-icing fuel additives and fuel heater.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 7, 50
The primary purpose of an aircraft’s fuel jettison system is to quickly achieve a _____________
- lower landing weight.
- reduced fire hazard.
- balanced fuel load.
lower landing weight.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 2
Fuel jettisoning is usually accomplished _____________
- by gravity flow into the outboard wing tanks and overboard through a common outlet in each wing.
- through individual outlets for each tank.
- through a common manifold and outlet in each wing.
through a common manifold and outlet in each wing.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 16
Carburetor icing may be eliminated by which of the following methods _____________
- ethylene glycol spray and heated induction air.
- electrically heating air intake, ethylene glycol spray, or alcohol spray.
- heated induction air.
heated induction air.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 3-4
What is one disadvantage of using aromatic aviation fuels?
- Results in low fuel volatility.
- A fuel inter-cooler is required.
- Deteriorates rubber parts.
Deteriorates rubber parts.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 4
What markings are placed on or near each appropriate fuel filler cover on aircraft?
- The tank capacity.
- The correct type of fuel to be used.
- The words “Aviation Fuel”.
The correct type of fuel to be used.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 51, 53
Which of the following precautions is most important during refueling operations?
- Fuel to be used must be appropriately identified.
- All electrical switches must be in the OFF position.
- All outside electrical sources must be disconnected from the aircraft.
Fuel to be used must be appropriately identified.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 6
Why are jet fuels more susceptible to water contamination than aviation gasoline?
- Jet fuel is lighter than gasoline; therefore, water is more easily suspended.
- Condensation is greater because of the higher volatility of jet fuels.
- Jet fuel has a higher viscosity than gasoline.
Jet fuel has a higher viscosity than gasoline.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 7-9
The vapor pressure of aviation gasoline is _____________
- lower than the vapor pressure of automotive gasoline.
- approximately 20 PSI at 100°F.
- higher than the vapor pressure of automotive gasoline.
lower than the vapor pressure of automotive gasoline.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 3
What is the maximum vapor pressure allowable for an aircraft fuel?
- 7 PSI
- 3 PSI
- 5 PSI
7 PSI
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 3
On an aircraft with an integral fuel take, the out most bay of the tank, located near the tip of the wing is used primarily _____________
- as an overflow tank.
- for extended range.
- to fill in flight as needed for the purpose of lateral weight and balance.
as an overflow tank.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 13
Why are integral fuel tanks used in many large aircraft?
- To facilitate servicing.
- To reduce weight.
- To reduce fire hazards.
To reduce weight.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 18, 21
Normal fuel cross-feed system operation in multi-engine aircraft
- reduces contamination and/or fire hazards during fueling or defueling operations.
- provides a means to maintain a balanced fuel load condition.
- calls for jettisoning of fuel overboard to correct lateral instability.
provides a means to maintain a balanced fuel load condition.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 12, 16
The purpose of the baffle plate in a fuel tank is to _____________
- resist fuel surging within the fuel tank.
- provide internal structural integrity.
- provide an expansion space for the fuel.
resist fuel surging within the fuel tank.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 21
If a bladder type fuel tank is to be left empty for an extended period of time, the inside of the tank should be coated with a film of _____________
- ethylene glycol.
- engine oil.
- linseed oil.
engine oil.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 21
Which type of fuel valve will likely contain a 2nd thermal relief valve?
- Cone Valve
- Gate Valve.
- Poppet Valve
Gate Valve.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 26
Fuel system components must be bonded and grounded in order to _____________
- retard galvanic corrosion.
- drain off static charges.
- prevent stray currents.
drain off static charges.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 23
When routing rigid fuel lines in the proximity of electrical wiring, it is considered best practice to _____________
- route the fuel line and wiring in a common harness.
- route the fuel line below the height of the wiring.
- route the fuel line above the height of the wiring.
route the fuel line below the height of the wiring.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 23
Fuel boost pumps are operated _____________
- automatically from fuel pressure.
- primarily for fuel transfer.
- to provide a positive flow of fuel to the engine.
to provide a positive flow of fuel to the engine.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 27
What type of fuel booster pump requires a pressure relief valve?
- Centrifugal
- Sliding Vane
- Concentric
Sliding Vane
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 31
To prevent vapor lock in fuel lines at high altitude, some aircrafts are equipped with _____________
- vapor separators.
- booster pumps.
- direct injection type carburetors.
booster pumps.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 27
What is used in many aircraft to prevent bubbles in the fuel after it leaves the tank when atmospheric pressure is lower than fuel vapor pressure?
- Air Fuel Separators
- Boost Pumps
- Anti-foaming Additives
Boost Pumps
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 27
What is the primary purpose of the fuel cross-feed system?
- It allows any tank to supply fuel to any engine.
- It bypasses the engine shutoff valve if it fails.
- It divides the fuel and sends it to the injectors.
It allows any tank to supply fuel to any engine.
Ref: Airframe Handbook H-8083-31B-ATB, Chapter 14 Page 12, 16