Plane Captain Flashcards
How long are fuel samples good for?
24 hours.
When are fuel samples required?
Prior to flight.
Who can sign for inspected fuel samples?
Qualified aircrew Shift supervisor CDI CDQAR QAR/QA Specialist
How many fuel sample points are there on a P-8?
8.
What is the 3% limit during fueling?
Air to fuel ratio to allow room for expansion.
How do you transfer fuel using fuel boost pumps?
Turn on the pump in the flight station that you want to draw fuel from. Then, on the defueling station outside on the starboard wing, open the panel and move the switch down. On the refueling panel, select the tank you want fuel to go to.
What is the proper PPE used during refueling?
Splash proof goggles
Rubber gloves
Sleeves down.
What fuels are used on a P-8 and what are their NATO codes?
JP-5 = F-44 JP-8 = F-34 Jet-A = F-30 Jet-A1 = F-35
How many fuel tanks are there?
10
What are the different tank groups?
Main 1, Main 2, Center, Mid tank group, Forward tank group (3), Aft tank group (4)
Can you service the P-8 on battery power only?
Yes.
What are the limitations for servicing aircraft fuel on battery power only?
You only have 30 seconds after the fuel panel is open to hook up and begin refueling. After 30 seconds, the fuel valve will close and you will have to restart.
How many GALLONS can the surge tanks hold?
37
How many fuel pumps are on the P-8?
Seven.
Two AC powered boost pumps in each main and center tank. And one DC powered pump in Main 1.
What must you ensure about the hose before refueling? Why?
Make sure that there is no tension on the hose.
Tension on the hose can cause damage to the fuel receptacle and cause the hose to disconnect.
Injuries to personnel and damage to equipment may occur.
Can you start the APU during refueling operations?
Yes. As long as it is the initial start or restart after normal shutdown.
Can you restart the APU if it fails during refueling?
No. Wait until refueling is complete and then try again.
Not waiting may cause damage to the APU or injury to personnel.
Which tanks must be full before filling the FWD and AFT aux tanks?
Main 1, 2, and center.
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: adjacent aircraft engine or APU?
50 ft (15 m)
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: fuel service equipment?
Measured from engine or exhaust system 10 ft (3.0 m) from fuel vents.
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: ground power units?
20 ft (6 m)
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: aircraft servicing equipment?
Measured from engine or exhaust system 10 ft (3 m)
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: electrical equipment that is likely to cause arcs and sparks
50 ft (15 m)
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: photographic equipment?
10 ft (3 m)
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: battery powered equipment?
10 ft (3 m) from fuel servicing equipment or fuel spills.
Safe distance during refuel/defuel: open flames, heat sources, lighted smoking material, and any other potential ignition sources?
50 ft (15 m)
If the center tank contains more than 1000 lbs do you fill Main 1 and Main 2 fully?
Yes
What type of hydraulic fluid is used on the P-8?
Skydrol
How many hydraulic systems are there? What are they?
Three. Systems A, B and standby.
What is operated by hydraulic power?
Flight controls, autopilot, nose wheel steering, brakes, landing gear, weapon bay doors, thrust reversers and power transfer units (PTU.)
How is the standby reservoir serviced?
Through system B.
What are the servicing limits for the hydraulic system?
The reservoir gauges must not pass the full mark or be below the rf line.
Which hydraulic system is used to charge the brake accumulator?
System B.
Where is the brake accumulator located?
Starboard side wheel well aft bulkhead.
What are the two ways to service the hydraulic systems?
Hand pump in the wheel well or Skydrol Servicing Unit (SSU.)
Which is the preferred method for servicing hydraulics?
SSU (Skydrol servicing unit)
Can you drop flaps with 1000 lbs of fuel in each Main tank? Why?
No. A minimum of 1675 lbs of fuel is required to use the hydraulic pumps (hydraulic cooling.)
What two types of power does the APU provide?
Pneumatic and electrical
How many fire bottles does the APU have?
One
What is the purpose of the DC boost pump on APU startup?
A DC-operated APU fuel boost pump is installed to ensure positive fuel pressure to the APU fuel control unit. During APU start and operation, the pump operates automatically when the aircraft fuel system pressure sensors detect low fuel pressure. The pump shuts off automatically when an AC fuel pump pressurizes the fuel manifold. If the AC and DC fuel pumps are not operating, fuel is suction fed from Main 1.
During the APU start cycle, the APU EGT indication may fluctuate between what temperatures prior to normal EGT rise?
0 - 1,100 degrees Celsius
How long may the APU start cycle take?
60-120 seconds
What controls and monitors the APU?
The ECU (electronic control unit)
How many KVA’s does the APU supply?
90 KVA up to 32,000 ft
66 KVA up to 41,000 ft
What are the different levels for APU oil?
Full: 5.7 qts.
Add: 4.3 qts.
Low: 3.8 qts.
What type of engines are on a P-8?
Two CFM56-7B high bypass, dual rotor, axial flow turbofan engines.
What is the maximum oil consumption per hour for the engines?
25.6 oz/hr
What is the inlet hazard area of a P-8 engine?
10 foot radius from inlet and 4 ft aft.
By how much is the inlet hazard area increased when winds are over 25 knots?
20%
What type of oil is used to service the P-8?
Mil-prf 23699 Mobil jet II
When can you get an accurate oil service reading for the engine?
5 - 30 minutes after engine shutdown.
What is the maximum thrust the P-8 can produce per engine?
27,300 pounds
When do you stop servicing engine oil?
When you reach the lower fill mark on the servicing gauge.
What is required to be done prior to opening the engine cowling doors during daily inspections?
Standby hydraulics and leading edges must be locked out.
How many KVA does each IDG supply to the P-8?
180 KVA
What type of landing gear is on a P-8?
Tricycle type with air/oil shock struts.
What is the function of a thermal fuse plug and where are they located?
Prevent tire explosion caused by hot brakes. Melt to release tire pressure at approximately 390F (199C).
In the inner wheel half.
How do you identify worn brakes?
When brake wear indicator pins are flush with brakes set.
When are tires required to be replaced?
If there is a soft spot bulge crack or cut showing cord flat spot showing cord tread worn beyond limit or tire pressure drops below 10% of nominal pressure.
How many shimmy dampeners are located on the P-8 and where are they located?
Two.
One on each main landing gear.
What acts as a shimmy dampener on the nose landing gear?
Nose wheel steering.
What are the brakes on the P-8 made of?
Carbon fiber.
What is the purpose of the retention cable?
Holds brakes on the MLG together.
What lights are required to operate for flight?
Emergency lights, wing tip strobes, wing tip red and green, taxi lights, retractable and fixed landing lights, anti-collision lights.
Which lights will be on while radar is running?
Position lights
Taxi light
Wing tip strobes
Anti-collision lights
What are the base and ground frequencies?
- 0 for base (VP-45 maint.)
315. 8 for ground
What breaker must be pulled to establish comms with base when media is NOT loaded?
Comms 3 for Alt UHF radio.
Where is the HF antenna located?
Leading edge of vertical stabilizer.
What is the height of the P-8?
42’9”
What is the wingspan of the P-8?
123’6”
How long is the P-8?
129’6” without the MAD boom.
131’2” with.
What does SPDS CDU stand for?
Secondary power distribution system control display unit.
How many degrees do the flaps extend to?
40 degrees.
How many spoilers are located on the P-8?
12, 6 per wing
How many BRU’s are on the P-8?
11
Where are BRU 3 and 4 located on the P-8?
On the belly.
What is the emergency procedure for an APU fire during refueling?
- Stop the fueling operation
- Perform emergency shutdown of the APU if it does not shut down automatically
- Notify personnel on board of the aircraft, airport fire services, and maintenance.
What is the procedure for an APU fire with crewmembers inside aircraft?
- APU fire switch - Pull, rotate to stop, and hold for one second.
- APU switch - off
What is the procedure for an APU fire with crewmembers outside aircraft?
- Proceed to APU Ground Control Panel in starboard wheel well
- Pull APU Fire Control handle
- Push BOTTLE DISCHARGE switch left
What is the emergency procedure for engine tailpipe fire?
- Move engine start lever to cutoff
- Advise mission crew
- Request ground fire-fighting equipment
When does an engine tailpipe fire occur?
On the ground with no engine fire warning
What type of RADAR does the P-8 use?
APY10
What is the safe distance for personnel from the RADAR?
250 ft.
What is nominal pressure for the main landing gear tires?
224 +- 5 psi
What is nominal pressure for the nose landing gear?
208 +- 5 psi
What must be installed before towing the aircraft?
The nose wheel steering pin
What is the maximum turning radius of the nose wheel?
78 degrees indicated by a red line on the nose landing gear doors.
How would you turn the nose wheel past 78 degrees?
Remove the torsion link on the nose wheel.
How would you turn the nose wheel past 90 degrees?
Remove the torsion link and disconnect the taxi light assembly on the nose wheel.
What must be done prior to and after a plane move?
Brief and debrief.
How would you tow the P-8 if wall power is down and you are towing out of the hangar?
Use two chock walkers until out of the hangar and brakes can be charged.
How many personnel are required for a plane move in and out of the hangar?
Seven.
Director, 2 wing walkers, 1 tail walker, brake rider, tow tractor driver, E-6 safe for flight.
What is the procedure for a tow bar separation?
Driver will pull off at a 45 degree angle and the director will signal the brake rider to slowly apply brakes.
Why must you tow the P-8 10 feet in a straight line after a turn?
To release torsional loads on the main mounts.
What happens when one horn blows?
All horns blow
What is the correct position for the wing walker?
5 feet and slightly aft of the wingtip, always facing the direction of the plane’s movement.
What is the brake pressure range required for the brake rider?
1800-3000 psi
Approximately how many brake applications would you get from 1800-3000 psi?
1800 - Approximately 3 brake applications.
3000 - Approximately 6 brake applications.
What would you do if you were towing an aircraft and thunderstorm condition one occurred?
Director will signal driver and brake rider to apply brakes and everyone will board the plane and stay inside until T1 has been removed.
When would a P-8 be towed from the main landing gear?
When towing with two flat tires on one main gear,
towing on soft ground,
Or towing up inclines more than 5 degrees.
Where is a huffer positioned for starting engines?
Aft of wing with exhaust facing away from aircraft.
What are the contaminants that may be present in aviation fuel tanks?
Discoloration Microbiological growth Water Cloudiness Particulate matter Emulsions
What procedure should you follow upon finding a fuel sample containing contaminants?
Retain sample
Drain 1 gallon into bucket
Take second sample
Notify maintenance control and down aircraft if unsatisfactory after second sample.
How do you clean fuel sample jars?
A solution of one part water to four parts alconox.
Clean jars with cotton wiper and solution.
Air dry.
Ensure free of residue.
How much fuel is in a sample?
One pint.
How many fuel cells are on a P-8 and where are they located?
- 11 on each wing.
Why are JP-4 and Jet B fuels not allowed for servicing the P-8?
They are known for flaming out or degrading aircraft engines due to the kerosene and naphtha chemicals in them.
What does OBIGGS stand for and what is its purpose?
Onboard inert gas generating system.
Provides nitrogen-enriched air to the fuel tanks to protect against ballistic threats.
What does NEA stand for and what is its purpose?
Nitrogen Enriched Gas.
Keeps oxygen levels below 9% in the fuel tanks.
Which fuel tanks can you fuel using battery power only?
Main 1, Main 2, and center tank.
What happens if the fuel level is too high in the surge tanks?
Fuel will drain out of the vent scoop.