POWRPLANT - ENGINE INSTRUMENTS Flashcards
Which component measures the fuel flow rate in an aircraft engine?
Fuel flow meter
Which instrument measures the rotational speed of the turbine in a jet engine?
N1/N2 gauge
What does EGT stand for in aircraft powerplants?
Exhaust Gas Temperature
Why is it important to monitor the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) in a jet engine?
To ensure the engine is not overheating
How is engine vibration typically monitored?
Using an accelerometer
What is the purpose of an EGT gauge in an aircraft engine?
Measure exhaust gas temperature
Which instrument is used to measure manifold pressure in a piston engine?
Manifold pressure gauge
What is the function of the tachometer in an aircraft engine?
Monitor engine RPM
How is the oil pressure in an aircraft engine typically monitored?
Oil pressure gauge
What is the significance of the ‘N1’ reading in a jet engine
It indicates the rotational speed of the low-pressure compressor
Whichinstrumentmeasuresthepressureofairbeforeitentersthecombustion chamber in a jet engine?
Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) gauge
The monitoring of which parameter to ensures the proper lubrication in turbine engine?
Oil consumption rate
Which component measures the engine speed in RPM?
Tachometer
What does the manifold pressure gauge measure in a reciprocating engine?
The absolute pressure of the fuel/air mixture in the intake manifold
