powerplants Flashcards

1
Q

which lights should be flashing while the engines are running?

A

anti-collision lights

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2
Q

state the nomenclature of the P-8A engine

A

CFM56-7B

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3
Q

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

A

27,300 lbs

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4
Q

state the purpose of the LPC

A

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

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5
Q

state the purpose of the HPC

A

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

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6
Q

state the purposes of the APU

A

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

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7
Q

state the purpose of the IDG oil cooler

A

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

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8
Q

which fuel tank usually supplies fuel to the APU?

A

Main tank 1

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9
Q

the ignition system is utilized at what times?

A

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

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10
Q

what are the two components of the fuel pump assembly

A

fuel pumps

filters

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