Final Flashcards
The Piper Seminole has a total fuel capacity of [_]gallons, the total usable fuel is
[__]gallons.
110, 108
The Piper Seminole’s engine can produces [_] HP at [___] RPM at sea level.
180, 2700
A [_] uses exhaust gases to compress induction air and boost engine power output
at higher altitudes.
turbocharger
When both L/R ALTR FAIL annunciators illuminate in the G1000 Seminole the
essential bus voltage is [_] volts or less, therefore the aircraft’s electrical system is
being powered by the [__].
24, battery
The four flap positions in the Piper Seminole are [_], [__], [___], and [____] degrees.
0, 10, 25, 40
Which of the following is not an electrical bus on the G1000 Seminole?
Tie bus
In the G1000 Seminole, if both the L ALTR FAIL and R ALTR FAIL annunciator lights
illuminates during ight, what is your initial source of electrical power?
The 13.6-amp hour battery.
Which of the following statements is true about the Garmin GFC 700 Autopilot
system installed on the Piper Seminole?
The minimum speed for its use while on an approach is 90 knots
Which of the following forces is the primary force that moves the Piper Seminole’s
propeller toward a low pitch angle, high RPM?
Oil Pressure
Which of the following is the primary force that will move the Piper Seminole’s
propeller toward a high pitch angle, low RPM?
Nitrogen Charge
Which of following methods will disengage the autopilot system on the Piper
Seminole?
All of the above.
What type of Aileron’s is the Piper Seminole equipped with?
Deferential Frise
What is the purpose of the unfeathering accumulator in the Piper Seminole’s
propeller system?
Stores oil under pressure to unfeather propeller.
Which of the following statements is true about the Seminole’s heater?
The fresh air blower automatically shuts off when a gear up limit
switch is in the closed position.
In the Piper Seminole’s gear system, what shuts the pump OFF during gear
retraction?
The pressure switch reaching approximately 1800 psi.
What is the quickest way to manually disengage the Garmin GFC 700 Autopilot
system?
Press the red A/P DISC/TRIM INTER switch on the left control
wheel.
What does the squat switch on the Piper Seminole’s left main gear control?
Disables the landing gear pump to prevent inadvertent gear
retraction on the ground.
When using pneumatic de-icing boots to remove ice accumulation on an aircraft’s
wing:
Use the method described by the aircraft’s applicable operating
manual.
The storm window in the Seminole should not be opened above what speed?
129 KIAS
In the Piper Seminole’s gear system, what shuts the pump OFF during gear
extension?
All three down limit switches closing.
During engine shutdown the Seminole’s propeller is prevented from going in the
feather position by:
Anti-feathering pins which lock in place below 950 RPM
How many minutes will the emergency battery in the G1000 Seminole provide
power to the standby instruments and PFD and Comm. 1 radio?
30
What is the purpose of the thermal relief valve on the Seminole’s hydraulic gear
system?
Provides pressure relief in the event heat expands the hydraulic
fluid.
What action should the pilot take if the cylinder head temperature is too high?
Open the cowl flaps.
What is indicated when there is sluggish RPM control and propeller overspeed with
poor RPM recovery after rapid throttle application?
The propellers nitrogen charge is low.
The Seminole POH recommends that prolonged slips and skids which result
in excess of _______ feet of altitude, or other radical or extreme maneuvers
which could cause uncovering of the fuel outlet must be avoided as fuel flow
interruption may occur when the tank being used is not full.
2000
If the R ALTR FAIL annunciator light illuminates during ight this is an indication
that _______ alternator(s) have failed?
right
The luggage compartment on the Seminole has a maximum weight capacity
of ___________ lbs.
200
The Seminole has an emergency exit window located on the ___________ of the
aircraft.
left side
The purpose of the elevator down spring is __________.
Drive the elevator to a nose down position during deep stalls
A T-Tail aircraft, like the Seminole, requires _______ movements at _______ speeds
when compared to an airplane with a conventional placed horizontal stabilizer.
Larger / slow
In the event alternate static is required what configuration should be used?
Storm window closed / cabin vents closed / heater & defroster
on.
The purpose of the impulse coupling on the magneto is to ___________.
Provide rotation for late and hot spark.
What are the functions of the alternator control units in the Seminole electrical
system?
Voltage regulation, Load sharing ,Over voltage protection. (ALL THE ABOVE)
On the Seminole landing gear system, what holds the gear in the UP position?
Hydraulic pressure
For normal operations, electrical power on the G1000 carbureted Piper Seminole is
provided by two 28-volt 80-amp alternators and one 24-volt 13.6-amp hour
battery.
true
Emergency gear extension in the Piper Seminole is provided by a free fall
mechanism which releases pressure from the high pressure side.
true
The electric fuel pumps must be on to operate the fuel primer for the
carbureted Seminole.
true
The probe type fuel vent on the Piper Seminole is heated.
false
The landing gear in the Piper Seminole cannot be in the down and locked
positions at speeds above 109 KIAS (Vle).
false
Oil from the aircraft’s engine is boosted by the governor to a higher pressure
and used to drive the propeller to a High Pitch/Low RPM condition.
false
The heater in the Piper Seminole will not turn on unless the fresh air intake is
partially or fully open.
true