POWER PLANT Flashcards
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The PW306A engine is a ___ spool turbofan engine.
The PW306A engine is a ___ spool turbofan engine.
Two
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The inner shafts supports the low (LP) compressor (fan)
and is driven by a ___ stage turbine.
The inner shafts supports the low (LP) compressor
(fan) and is driven by a ___ stage turbine.
Three
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The outer shaft supports the four axial stages and one
centrfugal stage of the high (HP) compressor, and is
driven by a ___ stage turbine.
The outer shaft supports the four axial stages and one
centrfugal stage of the high (HP) compressor, and is
driven by a ___ stage turbine.
Two
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How many spark igniters does each engine have?
How many spark igniters does each engine have?
Two
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The accessory gearbox is driven by the ___ rotor shaft.
The accessory gearbox is driven by the ___ rotor shaft.
HP rotor shaft
(N2)
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Maximum continuous thrust (MCT) is authorized with-
out time limitations anytime for normal cruise
operations.
Maximum continuous thrust (MCT) is authorized with-
out time limitations anytime for normal cruise
operations.
False
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When the EICAS indicator points at the yellow band,
thrust should be reduced to bring the pointer to the ___
band.
When the EICAS indicator points at the yellow band,
thrust should be reduced to bring
the pointer to the ___ band.
Green
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What is the purpose of the FADEC?
What is the purpose of the FADEC?
Regulates hi pressure rotor speed (N2)
Regulates low rotor speed (N1)
Adjusts output based on pilot-operated Thrust lever, ambi-
ent conditions, and pilot and aircraft inputs.
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The go-around switch on the outboard of each thrust
lever will do which of the following when pressed?
The go-around switch on the outboard of each thrust
lever will do which of the following when pressed?
Disconnect the autopilot
Leave the yaw damper engaged
Position the flight director command bar to 9 degrees nose
up
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When selecting the engine sync, which engine is
chosen as the master engine?
When selecting the engine sync, which engine is
chosen as the master engine?
The engine with the higher fan speed
