Landing Gear Systems

Question 1

What is used to inflate a struts?

Answer 1

Dry air or nitrogen

Question 2

Regular inspection of strut?

Answer 2

Clear, Damage and extension

Question 3

Purpose of torque links?

Answer 3

Keep your pointed straight

Question 4

Power sources used for retraction?

Answer 4

Hydraulics and electric

Question 5

Steering top on small aircraft?

Answer 5

Mech Links from petals

Question 6

What prevents nose will vibration?

Answer 6

Shimmy dampener

Question 7

Types of brake systems?

Answer 7

Independent, power boost, and power control

Question 8

Purpose of de-booster cylinders?

Answer 8

Reduce pressure increase volume

Question 9

To do before brake inspections?

Answer 9

Pressurize systems

Question 10

What prevents a split wheel from leaking?

Answer 10

O Ring

Question 11

Most important function for tire life?

Answer 11

proper inflation

Question 12

Effects of under-inflation?

Answer 12

Rapid or an even wear/creep or slit during breaking

Question 13

When should dear retraction be performed?

Answer 13

Annual, component replacement, hard landings

Question 14

Indication of excessive heat on bearing?

Answer 14

Discoloration

Question 15

Purpose of anti-skid?

Answer 15

Stop without skidding

Question 16

Purpose of fusible play?

Answer 16

Relieve pressure and prevent blow out

Question 17

Methods of brake bleeding?

Answer 17

Gravity and pressure

Question 18

Methods for transmitting control movements in large aircraft?

Answer 18

Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic

Question 19

What keeps the nose wheel center during retraction?

Answer 19

Nose wheel centerings cams or external tracks