Structures Flashcards
What is the difference between primary and secondary structure?
Primary structure bears the loads and secondary structure often helps towards aerodynamic shape
In terms of dimensions, the plane that cuts the aircraft horizontally are called ……………… or ….. stations?
Water Lines, Z Stations
In terms of dimensions, the plane that cuts the aircraft Vertically based on a FWD view are called ……………… or ….. stations?
Buttock Lines, X Stations
In terms of dimensions, the plane that cuts the aircraft Vertically based on a side view are called ……………… or ….. stations?
Body Stations, Y Stations
The number behind the station abbreviations is?
The distance from a particular 0 point. ( Boeing in inches and Airbus in mm)
In Major Zones what are 100 and 200?
Upper and Lower fuselage
In Major Zones what is 300?
Stabilizers
In Major Zones what is 400?
Nacelles
In Major Zones what is 500/600?
Left wing and Right wing
In Major Zones what is 700?
Landing Gear
In Major Zones what is 800?
Doors