Instruments, Engines, Systems

Question 1

Magnetic Deviation

Answer 1

the difference between a normal compass and the one installed on an airplane. created by interference of metals and systems. Changes with heading.

Question 2

Magnetic Variation

Answer 2

The difference between true north and magnetic north.

Question 3

ANDS

Answer 3

accelerate north, decelerate south (only applies on east-west headings in northern atmosphere)

Question 4

UNOS

Answer 4

undershoot north, overshoot south.

Question 5

Pitot Static System Instruments

Answer 5

Altimeter, Vertical Speed Indicator, Airspeed Indicator

Question 6

Pitot Tube

Answer 6

provides impact (ram) pressure for the airspeed indicator.

Question 7

White Arc

Answer 7

full flap operating range

Question 8

Vso

Answer 8

Power Off stalling speed - flaps extended, gear down (stuff out) (bottom of white arc)

Question 9

Vfe

Answer 9

Maximum Flaps Extended Speed

Question 10

Green Arc

Answer 10

Normal Operating Range

Question 11

Vs1

Answer 11

power off stall speed, flaps up (bottom of green arc)

Question 12

Vno

Answer 12

Maximum Structural cruising speed (top of green arc) (normal operation)

Question 13

Yellow Arc

Answer 13

known as caution range, safe for smooth air only

Question 14

Vne

Answer 14

Red Line. Never exceeded in any circumstances.

Question 15

Va

Answer 15

Maneuvering Speed

Question 16

Maneuvering Speed

Answer 16

The maximum speed for flight in turbulent air. The speed under which you can deflect ONE flight control surface fully. Maximum speed at which an aircraft can be stalled safely.