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Question 1

What is the primary function of an aircraft fuel system?

Answer 1

To store and deliver fuel to the engine.

Question 2

True or False: Fuel systems are only responsible for storing fuel.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

What are the two main types of fuel systems used in general aviation?

Answer 3

Gravity feed and fuel pump systems.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for transferring fuel from the tanks to the engine.

Answer 4

fuel pump

Question 5

What is the purpose of fuel filters in a fuel system?

Answer 5

To remove contaminants from the fuel before it reaches the engine.

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which type of fuel system relies on gravity to deliver fuel?

Answer 6

A) Gravity feed system

Question 7

What is the role of fuel selectors in an aircraft?

Answer 7

To allow the pilot to choose which fuel tank to draw fuel from.

Question 8

True or False: All aircraft fuel systems are the same across different aircraft types.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the typical fuel capacity of a small general aviation aircraft?

Answer 9

Between 20 to 50 gallons.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The _____ system is used to maintain fuel pressure to the engine.

Answer 10

fuel pump

Question 11

What is the purpose of a fuel vent system?

Answer 11

To allow air to enter the fuel tank as fuel is used, preventing a vacuum.

Question 12

Multiple choice: Which fuel type is commonly used in general aviation?

Answer 12

B) Avgas

Question 13

What does the term ‘fuel capacity’ refer to?

Answer 13

The maximum amount of fuel that an aircraft can hold.

Question 14

True or False: Fuel contamination can lead to engine failure.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

What is the function of a fuel gauge?

Answer 15

To indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The _____ system is designed to prevent fuel from spilling during maneuvers.

Answer 16

fuel tank baffle

Question 17

What is the primary concern when operating an aircraft fuel system?

Answer 17

Ensuring the proper flow and quality of fuel to the engine.

Question 18

Multiple choice: What happens to fuel in a gravity-fed system when the aircraft is in a climb?

Answer 18

C) Fuel flow may be reduced.

Question 19

What is meant by ‘fuel reserve’?

Answer 19

The amount of fuel that remains in the tank after reaching the destination.

Question 20

True or False: Fuel lines should be checked for leaks as part of pre-flight inspections.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What does the term ‘fuel system drain’ refer to?

Answer 21

The process of removing fuel from the system to check for contaminants.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The _____ prevents fuel from flowing back into the tank after reaching the engine.

Answer 22

check valve

Question 23

What is the standard procedure for checking fuel quality before flight?

Answer 23

Performing a fuel sample test for contamination.

Question 24

Multiple choice: Which factor does NOT affect fuel consumption?

Answer 24

D) Pilot’s weight

Question 25

What is the effect of using the wrong type of fuel in an aircraft?

Answer 25

It can damage the engine and lead to failure.

Question 26

True or False: Fuel systems can be manually operated by the pilot.

Answer 26

True