DA42 TECH QUESTIONS CATHAY Flashcards
What type Engine is fitted to the DA42L?
a) 4 cylinder horizontally opposed
b) 4 cylinder inline liquid cooled
c) 4 cylinder air cooled turbocharged diesel
d) 6 cyinder horizontally opposed
a) 4 cylinder horizontally opposed
What is the maximum take off Power produced?
a) 180 hp
b) 160 hp
c) 135 hp
d) 150 hp
a) 180 hp
What is the maximum and minimum oil quantities?
a) 7,6 litres and 3,8 litres
b) 6,0 litres and 3,8 litres
c) 3,0 litres and 6,0 litres
d) 4,0 litres and 5,0 litres
a) 7,6 litres and 3,8 litres
What type and grade of oil must be used?
a) SAE 50 Ashless dispersant Mineral oil
b) Shell Helix Ultra 5/30/40
c) Shell AD synthetic oil
d) Red band
a) SAE 50 Ashless dispersant Mineral oil
What is the maximum continous Engine RPM and Power?
a) 2500 rpm and 160 hp
b) 2700 rpm and 180 hp
c) 2700 rpm and 160 hp
d) Full power
c) 2700 rpm and 160 hp
What is the maximum/minimum oil pressure?
a) 7,9 bar / 1,72 bar
b) 5,0 bar / 1,0 bar
c) 6,0 bar / 4,0 bar
d) 85 bar / 100 bar
a) 7,9 bar / 1,72 bar
What is the maximum oil temperature?
a) 200 deg C
b) 118 deg F
c) 118 deg C
d) 200 deg F
c) 118 deg C
What is the minimum/maximum voltage?
a) 12 / 24 V
b) 25,1 / 30 V
c) 30 / 32 V
d) 14 / 28 V
b) 25,1 / 30 V
What is the maximum Take off weight (MTOW)?
a) 1785 kg
b) 1793 kg
c) 1700 kg
d) 1800 kg
a) 1785 kg
What is the maximum ramp weight?
a) 1795 kg
b) 1793 kg
c) 1700 kg
d) 1800 kg
a) 1795 kg
The maximum baggage allowable in nose/cockpit/baggage extension is:
a) 30/30/20
b) 30/45/45
c) 30/45/18
d) 45/45/18
c) 30/45/18
What is the capacity of the Main fuel tanks?
a) 2 x 52,0 total and 2 x 50,0 useable
b) 2 x 98,4 total and 2 x 98,4 useable
c) 2 x 98,4 total and 2 x 94,6 useable
d) 2 x 150,4 total and 2 x 94,8 useable
c) 2 x 98,4 total and 2 x 94,6 useable
What is the approved fuel for the DA42L?
a) Avgas 100 LL
b) MOGAS
c) Jet A-1
d) All of the above
a) Avgas 100 LL
What is Vy with flaps in the up position?
a) 78 kts above 3500 lbs
b) 90 kts at all weights
c) 72 kts below 1700 kg
d) 80 kts at all weights
b) 90 kts at all weights
What is Vfe with approach flaps set?
a) 140 kts
b) 111 kts
c) 137 kts
d) 120 kts
c) 137 kts
The maximum speed for landing gear extension?
a) 194 kts IAS
b) No limit
c) 194 kts IAS in smooth air
d) 155 kts
a) 194 kts IAS
The speed for Engine failure after Take-off (Vyse) is?
a) 75 kts
b) 90 kts
c) 82 kts flaps at APP
d) 60 kts
b) 90 kts
What is the maximum permissable fuel imbalance between the left and the right tanks?
a) here is no problem evident with an imbalance
b) 18,9 lt
c) 25 lt
d) 18,9 lt on aux tanks only
b) 18,9 lt
On Engine start up you notice smoke flames coming from the Engine.
You should:
a) Fuel selector OFF, mixture to Idel cut off, elec master OFF, Magnetos OFF, canopy OPEN, evacuate
b) Fuel selector OFF, master OFF, canopy OPEN, evacuate
c) Fuel OFF, elec OFF, Master OFF, discharge fire extinguisher
a) Fuel selector OFF, mixture to Idel cut off, elec master OFF, Magnetos OFF, canopy OPEN, evacuate
In case of an in-flight emergency the emergency frequency can be selected by…
a) depressing and holding the COM Transfer button on the G1000 for 2 seconds
b) depressing the COM transfer button for 2 sec
c) depressing the COM transfer button
d) depressing the COM Active button for 2 sec
a) depressing and holding the COM Transfer button on the G1000 for 2 seconds
During flight at cruising altitude you observe oil pressure is Reading high.
You should….
a) Nothing, as the system is self monitoring
b) Check oil temperature, if in green, it is a false indication, if outside green arc, reduce power and land at nearest airfield
c) Check temperature, reduce power, if no change reduce power and land at nearest airfield
d) Oil pressure is always high at altitude
b) Check oil temperature, if in green, it is a false indication, if outside green arc, reduce power and land at nearest airfield
The CSU on the DA 42L Controls propeller RPM by:
a) flyweights and spring tension controlling the valve in the CSU
b) signals from the FADEC moving the flyweights
c) automatically sensing Engine RPM and Aircraft speed
d) comparing Engine oil and propeller oil pressure
a) flyweights and spring tension controlling the valve in the CSU
How is the rear emergency exit opened
a) pull red lever down
b) push red lever to the right
c) pull red lever down and push to the front
d) kicking the window out
c) pull red lever down and push to the front
The variable elevator stop limits the travel of the elevator to
a) 13 deg deflection with Engines at full power
b) 15,5 deg with Engine power less then 14,5” hg and flaps at landing
c) 13 deg with engine power greater than 14,5” hg and flaps UP
d) prevent stalling at high speed
c) 13 deg with engine power greater than 14,5” hg and flaps UP
To feather a propeller
a) the engine must be turing above 1500 RPM
b) the engine must be turning
c) the engine must be shut down and stationary
d) the propeller will automatically feather in the event of a failure
a) the engine must be turing above 1500 RPM
The fuel transfer pumps
a) transfer fuel from one main tank to the other
b) transfer fuel from the main tanks to the related AUX tank
c) transfer fuel from the AUX tanks to the related main tank
d) transfer fuel from the main tanks to any tank
c) transfer fuel from the AUX tanks to the related main tank
When filling the AUX fuel tanks
a) any amount of fuel can be put in
b) they must be filled to the maximum level
c) they must be filled to the same level
d) they must be filled after the main tanks
b) they must be filled to the maximum level
The transponder is linked to which BUS
a) RH main BUS
b) LH main BUS
c) Avionics BUS
d) LH ECU BUS
b) LH main BUS
What is the meaning of the abbreviation AHRS
a) Attitude and Heading Reference System
b) Average Heading Reproduction System
c) Average Heading Realignment System
d) Attitude Horizon Reference System
a) Attitude and Heading Reference System
Which key should be pressed to change between the standby and active frequency
a) the frequency transfer key
b) the small tuning knob
c) the CDI soft key
d) the volume knob
a) the frequency transfer key
What is the purpose of the large COM knob
a) it Changes the KHz
b) it Changes the MHz
c) it Controls the volume
d) it Controls the squelch
b) it Changes the MHz
What is the maximum speed the gear can be extended with the emergency system
a) 194 KIAS
b) 155 KIAS
c) 78 KIAS
d) 120 KIAS
b) 155 KIAS
How is the landing gear lowered in the event of a Hydraulic failure
a) blown down by the CO2 charge
b) accumulator pressure
c) it cannot be lowered
d) freefalls under it’s own weight
d) freefalls under it’s own weight
A complete failure of the AHRS system will result in the loss of
a) airspeed and altitude
b) attitude and heading
c) attitude, heading and navigation map
d) all engine instruments
c) attitude, heading and navigation map
The fuel transfer pumps
a) transfer fuel from the one main tank to the other
b) transfer fuel from the main tanks to the related AUX tank
c) transfer fuel from the main tanks to any tank
d) transfer fuel from the AUX tanks to the related main tank
d) transfer fuel from the AUX tanks to the related main tank
Should a warning alert appear on the G1000 system with the following message “DOOR OPEN”, it means that
a) the front and/or rear canopy and/or baggage door are/is not closed and locked
b) the rear baggage door is not closed and locked
c) the front canopy is not closed and locked
d) the passengers door is not closed
a) the front and/or rear canopy and/or baggage door are/is not closed and locked
In the event of an electrical fire in flight, the emergency battery will supply power to
a) cockpit emergency lighting only
b) all primary flight
c) stand-by attitude gyro (AH) and the flood light
d) all electrical systems
c) stand-by attitude gyro (AH) and the flood light
What is the stated manouvering speed (Va) above and below 1542 kg
a) 194 KIAS and 156 KIAS
b) 126 KIAS and 120 KIAS
c) 111 KIAS and 137 KIAS
d) 155 KIAS and 90 KIAS
b) 126 KIAS and 120 KIAS
Should you require to do an emergency descent, proceed as follows:
a) Flaps UP, Landing gear UP, Throttles idle, Airspeed as required, Max 194 KIAS
b) Any of the proceedures
c) Flaps UP, Landing gear DOWN, Throttles idle, Airspeed as required
d) Flaps UP, Landing gear UP, Throttles idle, Airspeed as required, Max 194 KIAS
e) Flaps DOWN, Landing gear DOWN, Throttles idel, Airspeed Max 111 KIAS
c) Flaps UP, Landing gear DOWN, Throttles idle, Airspeed as required
What are the landing gear operating speed limitations for extension (Vloe) and retraction (Vlor)
a) 111 KIAS and 137 KIAS
b) 194 KIAS and 156 KIAS
c) 155 KIAS and 90 KIAS
d) 126 KIAS and 120 KIAS
b) 194 KIAS and 156 KIAS
The following limitations apply to engine starter
a) 10 sec ON, 20 sec OFF, repeat max 6 times, allow 30 min to cool before next attempt
b) No limits apply
c) 10 sec ON, 20 sec OFF, 10 sec ON, 1 min OFF, 10 sec ON, 30 min OFF
d) Max 10 sec ON, 20 sec OFF, continous attempt allowed, consider battery voltage
a) 10 sec ON, 20 sec OFF, repeat max 6 times, allow 30 min to cool before next attempt
In case of suspicion of carbon monoxide contamination, proceed as follows:
a) Close all vents and land as soon as possible
b) The front canopy may be unlatched, allowing it to partially open to improve ventilation. Flight characteristics will not be affected significantly, but the airspeed is limited to 120 KIAS max
c) Land ASAP
d) Switch off the cabin heat and defrost, if the effect is less, continue with flight
b) The front canopy may be unlatched, allowing it to partially open to improve ventilation. Flight characteristics will not be affected significantly, but the airspeed is limited to 120 KIAS max
If, during flight, the Left/Right Engine fuel pressure is greater than 35 PSI, proceed as follows:
a) Turn off the fuel pump on the affected engine, if the fuel pump is selected ON, continue operating normally
b) Continue with the exercise but write up the error code in the maintenance release for correction
c) Turn off the fuel pump for the affected engine, if the fuel pump is selected ON, reduce power on the affected Engine by reducing the throttle lever as required
d) Turn on the fuel pump for the affected engine, if the fuel pump is selected OFF, reduce power on the affected engine by reducing the throttle lever as required
c) Turn off the fuel pump for the affected Engine, if the fuel pump is selected ON, reduce power on the affected engine by reducing the throttle lever as required
The speed for intentional one engine inoperative (Vsse) is:
a) 90 KIAS flaps UP
b) 90 KIAS flaps at APP
c) 82 KIAS flaps at APP
d) 80 KIAS flaps UP
d) 80 KIAS flaps UP
If both alternators fail at the same time, proceed as follows:
a) Squawk 7700, make a MAYDAY call and land immediately
b) Reduce all electrical Equipment to a mimimum, expect battery power to last 30 min and land ASAP
c) Double alternator failure is not possible due to the fail-safe design of the system
d) No immediate action is required, battery will last 30 min. Land ASAP
b) Reduce all electrical Equipment to a mimimum, expect battery power to last 30 min and land ASAP
The maximum speed for emergency/manual gear extension is
a) 156 KIAS
b) 194 KIAS (Vle) in smooth air
c) No limit (Vne)
d) 194 KIAS (Vloe)
a) 156 KIAS
What are the published Manouvering Load Factors
a) +2,0 and -3,8
b) +2,0 and -1,52
c) +3,8 and -1,52
d) +3,8 and -3,8
c) +3,8 and -1,52
If, during flight, the Left/Right Engine fuel pressure is less than 14 PSI, proceed as follows:
a) continue flying but limit the engine power to the cruise setting and monitor closely
b) do nothing as the system is self-monitoring and within operatin limits
c) shut down the affected engine using the Engine failure in flight checklist and land ASAP
d) turn on the electric fuel pump for the affected engine
d) turn on the electric fuel pump for the affected engine
The landing gear on the DA 42L is held in the up position by
a) mechanical up-locks and hydraulic pressure
b) hydraulic pressure
c) mechanical up-locks
d) a pressurised gas container and a hydraulic pump
b) hydraulic pressure
Audible warning alerts: GEAR RETRACTED CHIME TONE means:
a) the landing gear is extended while flaps move into the LDG position
b) the gear has retracted safely and is up and locked
c) the landing gear is retracted while the throttle is placed in a position forward of IDLE, but below approx 14” of manifold pressure or the landing gear is retracted while flaps move into the LDG position
d) the gear is up and locked
c) the landing gear is retracted while the throttle is placed in a position forward of IDLE, but below approx 14” of manifold pressure or the landing gear is retracted while flaps move into the LDG position
What is the normal operating range for the fuel pressure
a) 14 - 35 PSI
b) 13 - 31 PSI
c) 56 - 95 PSI
d) 25,1 - 30 PSI
a) 14 - 35 PSI
If the starter does not disengage from the engine after starting (starter warning message (START) on the G1000 remains illuminated or flashing after the Engine as started), proceed as follows…
a) shut down the affected engine and terminate fight planning
b) shut down the affected engine, attempt a restart and continue with the flight
c) do nothing as the system is self monitoring and within operating limits
d) continue with the exercise but write up the error code in the maintenance release for correction
a) shut down the affected engine and terminate fight planning
In the event of extreme smoke developing in the cockpit, you may proceed as follows to vent the smoke
a) the front Canopy may be unlatched, allowing it to partially open to improve ventilation. Flight characteristics will not be affected significantly, no airspeed limitations apply
b) the front Canopy may be unlatched, allowing it to partially open to improve ventilation. Flight characteristics will not be affected significantly, but airspeed is limited to 120 KIAS max
c) jettison the canopy
d) open the rear door for ventilation
b) the front Canopy may be unlatched, allowing it to partially open to improve ventilation. Flight characteristics will not be affected significantly, but airspeed is limited to 120 KIAS max
Autopilot usage
a) the autopilot cannot be engaged when an Engine has failed as it needs both Engines to supply electrical power
b) the autopilot may be used when OEI conditions exist
c) autopilot is to be disengaged at indication of Engine failure, but may be used once the aircraft is stable
d) the use of AFCS for OEI operations is prohibited
d) the use of AFCS for OEI operations is prohibited
What is the permissable max fuel difference LH/RH (litres)
a) 19,8
b) 13,7
c) 18,9
d) 26,0
c) 18,9
The flap selector switch’s palcard is marked as follows
a) UP, APP137 KIAS, LDG 111 KIAS
b) UP, APP, LDG, DOWN
c) UP, APP 137 KIAS, LDG 111 KIAS, DOWN 95 KIAS
d) UP, APP, LDG
a) UP, APP 137 KIAS, LDG 111 KIAS
The transponder is linked to which BUS
a) LH main BUS
b) RH main BUS
c) Avionics BUS
d) LH ECU BUS
a) LH main BUS
Warning alerts on the instrument panel: GEAR UNSAFE WARNING LIGHT means
a) the landing gear is down, but the brake pressure is too low
b) there is a hydraulic failure on the landing gear system
c) the landing gear is neither in the final up or down and locked position
d) all of the other choices
c) the landing gear is neither in the final up or down and locked position