Oil System Flashcards
0
Q
Through which systems does oil pass from the sump to the engine?
A
Oil filter, Oil cooler
1
Q
What are the main functions of the oil system?
A
1) lubrication
2) engine cooling
3) remove dirt etc from the engine
2
Q
Oil is pumped through ducts in the …
A
Crankshaft
3
Q
How is oil flung into the cylinder?
A
The crankshaft’s spinning creates a fine spray of oil to thenunderside of the piston
4
Q
How are rocker arms and valve stems lubricated?
A
Oil is pumped through channels in push rods
5
Q
What are cowl flaps? How should they be used?
A
They are to cool engines (not oil) in larger aircraft. They should be open in a climb (high power) and closed in a descent.
