powerplants

Question 1

which lights should be flashing while the engines are running?

Answer 1

anti-collision lights

Question 2

state the nomenclature of the P-8A engine

Answer 2

CFM56-7B

Question 3

state the amount of thrust the P-8A engine produces

Answer 3

27,300 lbs

Question 4

state the purpose of the LPC

Answer 4

fan is the first stage of compression. (increase the speed air)

Question 5

state the purpose of the HPC

Answer 5

increase the pressure of air from the LPC and sends it to the combustor

Question 6

state the purposes of the APU

Answer 6

supply electrical power for the airplane to the ground
supplies bleed air for AC on the ground or in flight
provides pneumatic power for engine starting and for operating two ac packs

Question 7

state the purpose of the IDG oil cooler

Answer 7

it is a hear exchanger. decreases the temperature of the IDG oil, which in process heats the engine fuel

Question 8

which fuel tank usually supplies fuel to the APU?

Answer 8

Main tank 1

Question 9

the ignition system is utilized at what times?

Answer 9

ground start
takeoff and landing
in flight (heavy turbulence/bad weather)
in flight start

Question 10

what are the two components of the fuel pump assembly

Answer 10

fuel pumps

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