Garrett Engine Operation Flashcards
Beta mode refers to?
all ground operations including engine starting taxiing and applying reverse thrust
What condition is the primary propeller governor in during Beta mode?
underspeed condition
The use of wheel brake systems during reverse can lead to a?
Tail strike
How can you avoid tail strike during beta mode?
Go in to alpha mode
a decrease in engine power causes the propeller governor to?
Decrease blade angle
To feather the propeller on a TPE-331 engine the condition lever must be?
moved fully aft the feather position or the feather handle must be pulled
what is used too unfeather a propeller installed on a TPE-331 engine?
Electric unfeathering pump
can the unfeathering pump be used on the ground if the engine was shutdown with a feathered prop?
Yes