Chapter 2

Question 1

Name fuselage components

Answer 1

Frames
Bulkheads (structural, fireproof, fuel)
Beams
Longerons
Stringers
Floors
Skin
Panels

Question 2

What is the function of a beam?

Answer 2

To resist bending, used in cantilever sections such as the front fuselage

Question 3

What structure comprises of stringers and frames

Answer 3

Semi-monocoque

Question 4

What is the function of a longerons?

Answer 4

Strong longitudinal members that provide longitudinal stiffness to the airframe

Question 5

What is the fuselage component that provides a cross sectional shape of the stressed skin?

Answer 5

Frames/formers

Question 6

What are stringers?

Answer 6

Run in between frames or bulkheads, made from pressed sheet or extruded aluminium alloy

Question 7

What is the structure of the floors

Answer 7

An aluminium/aramid fibre honeycomb sandwiched between aluminium skins (Nomex)

Question 8

How is access to maintenance areas achieved?

Answer 8

Through quick release or structural panels.

Question 9

Name 3 types of fasteners

Answer 9

Dzus
Cameloc
Oddie

Question 10

What are the constructional areas of a helicopter?

Answer 10

Forward
Rear
Centre
Lower

Question 11

What bearing is streamline to the fuselage?

Answer 11

Fairings