Engine Inspection Flashcards
What functions need to be accomplished in order to prepare an engine for a 100 hour inspection?
Remove the cowling and clean.
What publication is needed to inspect an engine for conformity with the specifications?
The engine specifications or TCDS
What publication is needed the check engine for normal operation?
The engine’s maintenance manual
What publication can be used as a checklist guide for 100 our inspections on aircraft engines?
FAR part 43 appendix D
How do you identify an engine serial number?
It’s on the engine data plate
Prior to returning a reciprocating engine to service after a 100 hour inspection, what operational checks must be performed?
Check the power output, magneto’s, fuel/oil, pressure and oil temperature.
Where are life limited parts on an engine listed?
The engine maintenance manual, TCDS, airworthiness, limitations, and instructions for continued airworthiness.
Where can engine operating limit to be found?
Engine manual, TCDS, engine, specifications, aircraft maintenance manual
Why are hot section inspections performed on turbine engines?
To determine the integrity and wear of the hot section components
What inspections must be performed following a turbine engine over speed?
Refer to the engine maintenance manual
What inspections must be performed on a turbine engine if the EGT exceeds its operational limits?
A hot section inspection
What FAA approvals are required when installing an engine that is not on the aircraft Type certificate?
A supplemental Type certificate or an FAA field approval
Under what conditions is compliance with an engine service bulletin mandatory?
Where did A.D. references the service bulletin, with compliance as part of the approved operating specifications for a commercial or air carrier operator, when the engine or component overhaul procedures, require compliance at time of the overhaul
If turbine blades are removed from the turbine disc, why should I be reinstalled in the same location?
To maintain the balance of the turbine wheel
With a turbo fan or turbo jet engine is shut down, what should a mechanic listen for during coast down?
Any rubbing sound, or other unusual noises from the engine
