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part 2 airplane systems Flashcards

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1
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what are the functions of the horizontal stabilizer?

A

stability for pitch, incorporates the elevator and trim devices

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2
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what is true regarding the the specified trim tab?

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elevator trim tab - minimizes your workload by counteracting the resistance you feel on the flight controls

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3
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what isa typical characteristic of training airplane landing gear?

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struts transfer the impact load of landing to the airframe at a rate that reduces stress

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4
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you are performing preflight inspections on the airplane for a domestic flight in the US, what documents must you have?

A

airworthiness certificate, registration, operating limitations, weight and balance data

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5
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a 100-hr inspection was due at 2202.5 hours on the tachometer. the 100-hour inspection was performed at 2209.5 hours. when is the next 100 hr inspection due?

A

2302.5 hrs

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6
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what is true about airworthiness directives?

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an emergency AD requires immediate compliance before the airplane may be flown again

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7
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what is the difference between the airplane flight manual and pilots operating handbook?

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the AFM is specifically assigned to the individual airplane

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8
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what is true regarding preventive maintenance?

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when performing preventive maintenance you must record the completion date, description of work, your certificate type & number and your signature

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what happens during the intake stroke of the reciprocating engine operating cycle?

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A combustible fuel and air mixture is drawn into the cylinder

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what is the correct sequence of events in the reciprocating engine operating cycle?

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intake, compression, power, exhaust

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what is the purpose of the Venturi in the carburetor?

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to increase the velocity of the air and decrease its pressure

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12
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what is the result of the carburetor icing?

A

loss of engine power

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13
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what is the purpose of the discharge nozzles in the fuel injection system?

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inject the fuel/air mixture directly into each cylinderhead

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what does the air compression provided by supercharging and turbocharging enable the aircraft to do?

A

produce sea-level power at higher altitudes where the air is less dense

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what are two types of abnormal combustion?

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detonation and preignition

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16
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what is the main purpose of the oil system?

A

to lubcirate and cool the engine

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17
Q

what causes intense heat within an aircraft system?

A

burning fuel

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what two items do you use to set and monitor the performance of a fixed-pitch propeller?

A

throttle & tachometer

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19
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what supplies most of the electrical power to the avionics and accessories in flight?

A

alternator

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20
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what qualifications does someone need to be hand start?

A

needs to be qualified pilot

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21
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what is the most common fuel grade for general aviation training aircraft?

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100 low lead

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22
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how can carburetor icing be remedied?

A

apply full carburetor heat

23
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What is the barometric pressure & temperature for a standard ISA atmosphere at sea level?

A

Barometric pressure= 29.92
Temperature= 15C

24
Q

The static port sense what type of pressure?

A

Atmospheric

25
Q

What v-speed is not marked on airspeed indicator?

A

VA

26
Q

What corrections are applied to calibrated airspeed to determine true airspeed?

A

Altitude & temperature

27
Q

What multiple does the longest needle on the altimeter indicate?

A

Hundreds of feet

28
Q

What is one of the most common situations that would give a false altimeter indication?

A

Failing to keep the altimeter set

29
Q

In most cases, where can you obtain altimeter setting information?

A

From the nearest reporting station

30
Q

When you fly into an area with warm temperatures and you have not adjusted the altimeter setting…

A

Your AC true altitude will be higher than indicated altitude

31
Q

What should you do when flying in visible moisture to help prevent pitot system problems?

A

Turn pitot heat on

32
Q

What is the minimum climb or descent rate that the digital vertical speed indicator pointer displays?

A

100 ft per minute

33
Q

On a digital display, the turn coordinator is combined with the

A

Attitude indicator

34
Q

Why must you correct for variation?

A

To convert a true course to a magnetic course

35
Q

What is the magnetic compass aligned with?

A

The permanent magnetic field surrounding the earth

36
Q

What other instrument must you periodically align the heading indicator?

A

Magnetic compass

37
Q

What is the purpose of heading indicator?

A

Primary source of heading information

38
Q

The attitude indicator senses movement about the aircraft’s..

A

Longitudinal and lateral axes

39
Q

The turn coordinator shows two basic indications, the turn indication and the

A

Quality of turn

40
Q

What causes precession?

A

Tilting or turning of a gyro

41
Q

If the pitot tube and its associated drain hole become completely blocked but the static system remains open, what happens to the airspeed indication

A

Airspeed indication will vary as altitude changes

42
Q

The angular difference between true north and magnetic north is

A

Magnetic variation

43
Q

The airspeed indicator compares what two pressure to determine air speed?

A

Ram air pressure and static air pressure

44
Q

Below what altitude do some altimeters display a crosshatched area?

A

10,000 feet

45
Q

How do pressure variations affect true altitude?

A

Areas of high pressure, indicated altitude is lower than true altitude

46
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How do temperature variations affect true altitude?

A

At warmer temperature, indicated altitude is lower than true altitude

47
Q

What are the two basic components of the turn coordinator?

A

Indicator and inclinometer

48
Q

What should you cross check to confirm a failed attitude indicator?

A

Cross check the attitude with outside visual references and other flight instruments

49
Q

The pitot system relies on what type of wind to operate?

A

Relative

50
Q

What is an immediate increase and decrease in an ACs rate of climb or descent called?

A

Trend

51
Q

What is meant by rigidity airspace?

A

Principle that a wheel with a heavily weighted rim spun rapidly will remain in a fixed position in the plane in which it is spinning

52
Q

What does the memory aid step on the ball refer to?

A

Determine rudder pedal to press in either a slip or skid

53
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What analog instrument feature is combined with the turn coordinator in a digital display?

A

Attitude indicator roll printer

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