Garrett Engine Operation

Question 1

Beta mode refers to?

Answer 1

all ground operations including engine starting taxiing and applying reverse thrust

Question 2

What condition is the primary propeller governor in during Beta mode?

Answer 2

underspeed condition

Question 3

The use of wheel brake systems during reverse can lead to a?

Answer 3

Tail strike

Question 4

How can you avoid tail strike during beta mode?

Answer 4

Go in to alpha mode

Question 5

a decrease in engine power causes the propeller governor to?

Answer 5

Decrease blade angle

Question 6

To feather the propeller on a TPE-331 engine the condition lever must be?

Answer 6

moved fully aft the feather position or the feather handle must be pulled

Question 7

what is used too unfeather a propeller installed on a TPE-331 engine?

Answer 7

Electric unfeathering pump

Question 8

can the unfeathering pump be used on the ground if the engine was shutdown with a feathered prop?

Answer 8

Yes