Chapter 6.2 - Exam Review

Question 1

What is the term given to an Aircraft’s maximum gross weight for takeoff that can be safely supported by the structure?

Answer 1

Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW).

Question 2

The maximum structural takeoff weight for a particular Aircraft is 1000kg. If the runway length is marginal for instance, is this likely to increase or decrease the maximum takeoff weight?

Answer 2

Decrease.

Question 3

The higher the indicated Airspeed, the (higher/lower) the gust load factor.

Answer 3

Higher.

Question 4

True or False. Load factors from gust or manoeuvres can be positive or negative depending on whether the lift is increased or decreased by the gust or type of manoeuvres?

Answer 4

True.

Question 5

In a 60° banked turn, the lift is twice the weight. Express the resulting load factor in ‘g’ units. Would this be a positive or negative load factor?

Answer 5

• 2G.

- Positive.

Question 6

Name two types of manoeuvres which cause excessive ‘g’ forces and can overstress the Aircraft’s structure?

Answer 6

• Push-down manoeuvres.

- Steep Turns.

Question 7

By how much will the load factor increase if the indicated Airspeed in manoeuvres is doubled?

Answer 7

Four times.

Question 8

Flying too fast in moderate to severe turbulence (is/is not) likely to overstress the Aircraft’s structure?

Answer 8

Is.

Question 9

What is the likely outcome of making large and rapid control surface deflection at high speed?

Answer 9

Overstressing the Aircraft’s structure.

Question 10

What is the term given to the maximum loads an Aircraft can withstand without suffering any weakening of its structure?

Answer 10

Limit Loads.

Question 11

What is the likely result of attempting to fly an Aircraft at a speed beyond its VNE?

Answer 11

Structural Damage.

Question 12

What is another name for an Aircraft’s normal operating speed?

Answer 12

Maximum Structural Cruising Speed.

Question 13

The maximum speed at which full deflection of a control surface will not overstress the structure in calm air is known as the (turbulence penetration speed/ manoeuvres speed)?

Answer 13

Manoeuvres Speed.

Question 14

If a separate turbulence penetration speed is not specified in the Flight Manual or Pilot’s Operating Handbook for a particular Aircraft, what speed should be used in its place?

Answer 14

Manoeuvres Speed (VA).

Question 15

The highest speed permitted while the flaps are extended is known as the (maximum flap-operating speed/maximum flap-extended speed)?

Answer 15

Maximum flap-extended Speed.