Primary Flight Controls Flashcards

1
Q

Primary flight controls are all comprised of ___ and ____

A

Control surface and control tab

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2
Q

The rudder hydraulic pressure decreases to zero when ____________.

A

The RUDDER POWER switch is turned off

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3
Q

The primary purpose of the EFAS is to counter ___________created by ________engine asymmetric thrust during ____________ and ____________.

A

Adverse yaw; outboard; takeoffs and landings

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4
Q

The engine failure assist system (EFAS) provides ______________ rudder input based on N1 RPM differential between the outboard engines.

A

Preventative

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5
Q

Which flight control surface is mechanically locked out of the control system when the outboard flaps are fully retracted?

A

Outboard ailerons

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6
Q

Which primary flight control surface is normally moved hydraulically?

A

Rudder

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7
Q

A rudder feel unit and Q-bellows provide rudder feel at the pedals during hydraulic powered operation. The amount of feel at the pedal is a function of, and proportional to, the amount of _____ and __

A

Pedal deflection and airplane speed

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8
Q

Before checking the powered rudder during preflight, allow hydraulic rudder pressure to build to approx. ________ psi.

A

2,800

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9
Q

To make the pilot aware of a N1 differential of 1,500 rpm (30% N1) or greater between outboard engines, which indicates a probable engine failure, a ___________ light is installed on the pilot’s forward panel.

A

ASM THRUST light

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10
Q

What are the primary flight controls?

A

Rudder, elevator and ailerons

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11
Q

What should you do with the flight controls if winds are expected to gust up to 50 knots on the ground?

A

Retract the flaps

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12
Q

To accurately check the elevator travel during the Interior Inspection, the stabilizer must be positioned _________.

A

6 to 11 units nose-up trim

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