Engines

Question 1

What types of engines are on a P-8?

Answer 1

Two CFM56-7B turbofan engines

Question 2

What is the maximum oil consumption per hour?

Answer 2

25.6 oz

Question 3

What is the inlet hazard area?

Answer 3

10 foot radius from the inlet and 4 foot aft of inlet

Increased by 20% when winds over 25 knots

Question 4

What is the start procedure with an air start unit?

Answer 4

Pre op all SE prior to being used

Hook up the power cart and ensure power is available

Hook up the huffer and position it in front of engine 2 with exhaust facing away from aircraft

Make sure the hose is fully laid out with no kinks and no damage to hose

Power up the huffer once notified power is available you will be directed to bleed air to start engine 1

After engine 1 is started the plane captain will direct you to disconnect the huffer and power cart and move both pieces of equipment out of the safety Diamond and bleed air from engine 1 to start engine 2

Question 5

What type of oil is used to service the engines?

Answer 5

MIL-PRF 23699 Mobil Jet II/Turbo NICOIL

Question 6

When can you get an accurate oil service reading?

Answer 6

5-30 minutes after engine shutdown

Question 7

What is the maximum thrust the P-8 can produce per engine?

Answer 7

27,300 pounds

Question 8

When do you stop servicing engine oil?

Answer 8

When you reach the lower fill mark on the service gauge

Question 9

What is required to be locked out prior to opening the engine cowling?

Answer 9

Standby hydraulics

Leading edges

Question 10

How many KVA does IDG supply to the P-8?

Answer 10

180 KVA