Engines

Question 1

What type of engines are on the P-8A?

Answer 1

CFM56-7B turbofan engines

Question 2

What are the inlet hazard areas for the engines?

Answer 2

10 ft forward and 4 ft aft of the inlet

Question 3

What type of oil is used to service the engines?

Answer 3

MIL-PRF-23699 (Mobil Jet ll)

Question 4

What time frame can you get an accurate oil service reading?

Answer 4

5-30 minutes after engine shut down

Question 5

When do you stop servicing engine oil?

Answer 5

When the lower fill mark on the servicing gauge is reached

Question 6

When do we not service oils?

Answer 6

1. Outside of the 5-30 minute window
2. During hot seat events

Question 7

What is required to be locked out prior to opening engine cowling doors during a daily inspection?

Answer 7

1. Leading edge flaps
2. Standby hydraulics

Question 8

What does IDG stand for? What is its purpose?

Answer 8

Integrated drive generator, Provides electrical power during flight