Fuel Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the fuel system
A
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2
Q
Explain how to change fuel tanks in flight
A
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3
Q
What is the fuel capacity?
A
25 gallons per tank (50g total)
4
Q
How many gallons of fuel are unusable?
A
1 gallon
5
Q
What grade fuel is to be used in the PA-28?
A
100LL Avgas
6
Q
How many fuel pumps are on the aircraft?
A
2, electric and engine-driven fuel pumps
7
Q
When is the electric fuel pump to be used?
A
Takeoff
Landing
When switching tanks
8
Q
What are the various positions on the fuel selector control?
A
Left tank, right tank, and off
9
Q
Explain the procedure for changing fuel tanks in cruise flight
A
- Electric fuel pump on
- Fuel selector switch tanks
- Check fuel pressure
- Electric fuel pump off
- Check fuel pressure
