Powerplant Chapter 13 Flashcards

Powerplant and Propeller Airworthiness Inspections

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How do you identify the engine serial number?

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It is on the engine data plate.

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What publications can be used as a guide for 100-hour inspections on aircraft engines?

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Manufacturers maintenance manuals and FAR Part 43, Appendix D.

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Prior to returning a reciprocating engine to service after a 100-hour inspection, what operational checks must be performed?

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Check the power output (static and idle RPM), check magnetos, fuel and oil pressure check, cylinder and oil temperature check.

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Where are life-limited parts of an engine listed?

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Engine maintenance manuals, Type Certificate Data Sheet, and the Airworthiness Limitations section of the instructions for continued airworthiness.

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Where can engine operating limits be found?

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Engine manual, engine specification, type certificate data sheet, and aircraft manufacturer’s maintenance manual.

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Why are hot section inspections performed on turbine engines?

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To determine the integrity and wear of the hot section components.

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What inspections must be performed following a turbine engine overspeed?

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Refer to the engine manufacturer’s maintenance manual for the required procedures.

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What inspections must be performed on a turbine engine if the exhaust gas temperature exceeds limitations?

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A hot section inspection.

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What FAA approvals are required when installing an engine that is not on the aircraft type certificate?

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Any STC (supplemental type certificate) or an FAA field approval.

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Under what conditions is compliance with an engine service bulletin mandatory?

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When an airworthiness directive references the service bulletin or when compliance is part of the approved operating specifications for a commercial or air carrier operator. When engine or component overhaul procedures require compliance at time of overhaul.

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