Chapter 1.5 - Cockpit Controls & Instruments Flashcards
Name 4 Cockpit Controls?
- Engine Controls.
- Flight Controls.
- Ancillary Controls.
- Miscellaneous/Other Controls.
Name 3 Instrument Controls?
- Engine Instruments.
- Flight Instruments.
- Miscellaneous/Other Instruments.
What does the Tachometer instrument show?
The Instrument shows Engine Speed and is measured by Revolutions Per Minute (RPM).
What is the use of the Mixture Control and it’s positions?
The Mixture Control provides Fuel Flow to the Engine and the two positions are ‘Rich’ and ‘IDLE Cut-off’.
What is the purpose of the Carburettor Heat Control?
The Carburettor Heat Control allows a pilot to heat the air entering a Carburettor to prevent Ice from forming (AKA Carburettor Icing).
How does a Pilot check if the Carburettor Heat Control is working?
Prior to take-off, apply full Carburettor Heat at 1500-1600 RPM, there will be a 150 RPM decrease on the Tachometer to show the control is working.
Name all positions of the Ignition Switch (5)?
- OFF.
- Left (L).
- Right (R).
- BOTH.
- START.
What does START mean on Ignition Switch?
START means that both Magnetos and the Engine Start Motor are activated to start the Engine.
Once the Engine has started at what position should the Ignition Switch be returned to?
BOTH.
What is the use of the Primer Pump?
The Primer Pump is used to make it easier to start an Engine, particularly when it is Cold.
It is regarded as ‘Good Airmanship’ to do what when it comes to Fuel?
To always visually check the Fuel Tanks before any flight against the Fuel Gauges. Never rely entirely on fuel gauges.
What is the purpose of Fuel Pressure Gauge?
The Fuel Pressure Gauge indicates to the pilot the fuel pump is working and providing fuel to the Carburettor.
Name the 3 colours shown on Oil Pressure Gauge and their purpose?
- GREEN - Normal Operating Pressure Range.
- YELLOW - Caution Range
(Low = Pressure expected during idling / High = Pressure expected during Engine warm-up). - RED - Minimum / Maximum Pressure Range.
Name 3 pressured orientated instruments which use the pitot-static system?
- Airspeed Indicator.
- Altimeter.
- Vertical Speed Indicator.
Name the 4 colours shown on the Airspeed Indicator?
- GREEN - Normal Operating Speed Range (50 to 126kt).
- WHITE - Flaps Fully Down Speed Range (44 to 103kt).
- YELLOW - Caution Range (126 to 160kt).
- RED - Speed to not exceed (160kt).
What does the longest needle represent on the Altimeter instrument?
Tens of thousands of feet.
What does the medium needle represent on the Altimeter instrument?
Thousands of feet.
What does the large needle represent on the Altimeter instrument?
Hundreds of feet.
How many minutes must a pilot re-align the Direction Indicator with the aircraft’s compass?
Every 15-20 minutes.
How does a pilot re-align the Direction Indicator with the aircraft’s compass?
- Wings are level.
- Compass reading is steady.
How does a pilot operate the Parking Brake?
Either by handle of push/pull knob.
Name the two components of the MASTER switch?
- BAT controls all electrical power.
- ALT controls the alternator.
What does the Ventilation Control do?
Controls the volume of air entering the cockpit.
What does the Heat Control do?
Allows the air entering the cockpit to be warmed.
What does the Windshield Defrost Control do?
Allows air to be directed at the inside of the windshield.
What does the Electrical Switch Panel consists of (3/4)?
- Anti-Collision Beacon Switch.
- Fuel Pump Switch (for aircraft with pump-fed fuel system).
- BAT/ALT Master Switch.
- Circuit Breaker Panel.
What does the Radio Controls consists of (4)?
- Radio Master Switch.
- VHF NAV/COM Transceivers.
- Transponder.
- Audio Selection Panel.
What is the purpose of the Over-Voltage Light?
To indicate if the Alternator is producing voltage too high for the well-being of the electrical system.
What’s the purpose of an Ammeter?
To show whether or not the Alternator is working.
