Piper PA-44 Seminole systems Flashcards
Engine manufacturer?
Lycoming
How much rated horsepower does the Seminole have?
180
What type of engines does the Seminole have?
Four cylinder, direct drive, horizontally opposed, and air cooled engines.
Who manufactures the props on the Seminole?
Hartzell
What is total fuel capacity in the Seminole?
110 Gallons of which only 108 is usable.
How much oil can each engine have at max?
8 qts. with a minimum of 6 qts. per UND
What is the definition of Va?
Maneuvering speed at which fuel application of aerodynamic control may be used without over stressing the airplane. 112-135 knots.
What type of auto pilot does the Seminole Have?
Where does it pull it’s info from?
Rate Based.
Turn Coordinator and accellarometers
What is the other type of auto pilot and where does it pull it’s info from?
Attitude Based.
Pulls info from attitude indicator
When can the Seminole’s auto pilot not be engaged?
Airspeed less than 80 or above 185 kts Flaps above 25 degrees On missed approach/go-around Taking-off or landing When shooting an approach above CAT I Below 200' AGL W/O handbook in the aircraft
Which engine installed on the Seminole has an engine designation number LO-360-AH6?
The Right
The LO-360-AH6 turns _________ as viewed from the cockpit.
Counterclockwise
The Piper Seminole is rated for 180HP at sea level. This horsepower is best described as _________
BHP, brake horsepower
How many gallons of fuel does the Seminole’s fuel system contain when completely full?
110 gal
The basic operating weight of the Seminole contains ______ gallons of fuel.
2 gal
When calculating weight and balance, if you fill the fuel tanks, you should add how many pounds to the BOW?
648 lbs
When conducting a 180 turn on the ramp, what is the minimum turning radius?
33ft
When placing the Seminole in a hanger, what is the minimum hanger door height to clear the horizontal stabilizer?
8ft 6in
When placing oil in the Seminole, which grade of oil should be used for temperatures from 0F to 90F if a Ashless Dispersant SAE oil grade is used.
20W50 or 15W50
What are the demensions of the baggage door?
22” L x 20” H
When flying at Va, the pilot may apply any combination of flight controls without causing damage to the aircraft.
False
When loaded to maximum ramp weight, the Seminole must burn ____ gallons of fuel before takeoff.
3 gals
The power loading of the Seminole is _____ lbs per hp.
10.55 lbs/hp
What is the maximum engine RPM as limited by the propeller governor?
2700 RPM
What is the maximum CHT with a full rich mixture?
500 deg F
When attempting to clear a close-in obstacle after takeoff, with the gear down at maximum gross weight, which speed should be maintained?
82 kts
Use of GPSS mode is authorized with VLOC displayed on the PFD?
False
What is maneuvering speed at 3,500lbs (typical training weight)?
129 kias
While flying in “rough air”, the POH recommends a maximum speed of __________.
Va
The limit load factor of 3.8G is positive or negative.
False
- 8 postive
- 1.52 neg
What is the maximum oil pressure for takeoff?
115 PSI
The Seminole as equipped at UND is certified for use under FAR part 135.
True
If 4 adults are loaded into the aircraft, may a child under the age of 2 be held on a lap without a seat belt?
No
The aircraft may be flown under VFR conditions without the MFD.
False
Single engine stalls can produce an altitude loss of more than _________ ft and _____ degrees of pitch.
300ft/30 deg
The maximum speed for opening the storm window is ________.
129 kias
During emergency procedures, checklist should be followed as a substitute for judgment and common sense.
False
Using partial carburetor heat is recommended during climb out if ice is suspected to reduce the loss of power associated with full carburetor heat.
False
The fuel cross feed position may be used during takeoff and landing.
False
The use of fuel cross feed is limited to _____________ only.
Level cruise flight
The gear warning mute switch is capable of muting the gear warning horn if the flaps are extended beyond the 10 degrees with the gear up.
False
If conducting a gear up landing, the approach should be flown with ________ flaps.
0 deg