ATPL AGK Systems Questions Bank

AGK- Systems
Both gas turbine and piston engines use a cycle made up of induction,
compression, combustion and exhaust phases. Which of these statements
about a piston engine are correct or incorrect? I. The process in a piston
engine is intermittent. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at constant
pressure. I is correct, II is incorrect.
The inner surface of a heated windscreen is made of: Glass
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of inlet airfow to HP compressor fow. II.
Can be determined from the inlet air mass fow and the HP compressor
mass fow. I is incorrect, II is correct.
When the AC voltage across a capacitor is kept constant and the
frequency is increased, the current through the capacitor will: increase.
Which of these statements about compressor stall are correct or incorrect?
I. A compressor stall is most likely to occur in a compressor designed for a
high pressure ratio operating at high RPM. II. A compressor stall is most
likely to occur when the air fow stagnates in the rear stages of the
compressor. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The demand valve of a diluter-demand type oxygen regulator in normal
mode operates when the: user breathes in.
A condenser in parallel with breaker points will: intensify current in
secondary winding
An aeroplane equipped with irreversible fight controls: need not be
equipped with a separate gust lock system.
Regarding Ohm's law: The current in a circuit is directly proportional to
voltage.
To enable proper functioning of a piston engine during throttle advance a
carburettor ftted with: An accelerator pump.
Cabin air for modern aircraft is usually taken from: the low pressure
compressor and from the high pressure compressor if necessary.
In a turbo compressor air conditioning system (bootstrap system), the
purpose of the heat exchangers is to: cool the bleed air in front and behind
the compressor of the air cycle machine.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a major failure on the fight crew
could be: physical discomfort or a signifcant increase in workload.
A stage in an axial compressor: consists of a rotor disc followed by a ring of
stator blades.
The purpose of an air conditioning pack inlet fow valve (pack valve) is to:
Maintain a constant and sufcient air mass fow to ventilate the cabin.
The purpose of bafe check valves ftted in aircraft fuel tanks is to: prevent
fuel movement to the wing tip.
The type of hydraulic oil used in modern hydraulic systems is: synthetic oil
The purpose of the blow-in-doors at the air inlets is to: provide the engine
with additional air at high power settings and low air speeds.
A turbocharger in a reciprocating engine consists of a: compressor and
turbine mounted on a common shaft.
Carburettor heating is generally not used with take-of and climb-power
settings, because of the: Loss of power and possible detonation.
On most large aeroplanes, the type of low pressure fuel pump is:
centrifugal
Which of these statements regarding cockpit windows are correct or
incorrect? I. On some aeroplanes the cockpit windows have an additional
speed restriction, related to bird impact, when window heating is
inoperative. II. Cockpit side windows are always provided with a de-icing
system. I is correct, II is incorrect.
As the fight altitude increases, if no leaning is made with the mixture
control: the density of air entering the carburettor decreases and the amount
of fuel remains constant.
When excessively leaning the mixture for a better fuel economy, but still on
the rich side of the peak EGT, the following engine parameter(s) may
exceed their normal operating ranges: cylinder head and exhaust gas
temperature.
The de-icing system which is mostly used for the wings of modern
turboprop aeroplanes is: Pneumatic boots.
Pneumatic de-icing systems are employed mainly on piston engined and
turbo-propeller aircraft. This system uses infatable rubber de-icers called
boots which are ftted along the leading edges of the aerofoils. Each boot
is manufactured in layers of rubber, either spanwise or chordwise, forming
separate air chambers. These chambers are alternately infated
(pressurized) and defated (vacuumed) using dry air. This infation and
defation causes the ice to crack and break of. The ice is then carried
away by the airstream. To prevent static build up on the boots they are
provided with a conductive neoprene coating and are sometimes waxed to
prevent ice adhesion.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust increases as the pressure
altitude decreases. II. The specifc fuel consumption increases slightly as
the pressure altitude decreases at constant TAS. I is correct, II is correct.
In the context of airframe load path philosophies a fail safe component is:
A component incorporated in a large aircraft which is designed so that,
following its failure, the remaining structure can withstand reasonable loads
without failure until the damage is detected.
In a fre detection system with single-loop continuous components (with no
fault protection), if the line is accidentally grounded: the fre alarm is
triggered.
In fight, a cantilever wing of an aeroplane containing fuel is subjected to
vertical loads that produce a bending moment, which is: highest at the wing
root.
What is the load in the upper respectively lower girder of a spar of a
cantilever wing during straight and level fight? Compression in the upper
girder and tension in the lower girder.
When a conductor cuts the feld lines of a magnetic feld: A Lorentz force is
induced in the conductor.
When leaning the mixture for the most economic cruise fuel fow,
excessive leaning will cause: high cylinder head temperature
The use of too low an octane fuel may cause: detonation.
Which statement is correct about the fow in a divergent jet engine inlet? I.
The static pressure remains constant in fow direction. II. The total
temperature remains constant in fow direction. I is incorrect, II is correct.
An aeroplane equipped with irreversible fight controls: requires an artifcial
feel system.
Filters in hydraulic systems often incorporate pop out indicators to: Warn of
an impending by-pass situation.
An impulse coupling is installed on a magneto of a piston engine to:
provide a stronger spark on top dead centre for engine starting.
Which of the following statements is UNTRUE? Power assisted fight control
systems require a Q-feel system
Which statement is correct? I. The freezing point for Jet A is at a higher
temperature than that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at a lower
temperature than that for Jet B. I is correct, II is incorrect.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust decreases slightly as the
pressure altitude decreases. II. The specifc fuel consumption increases
slightly as the pressure altitude decreases at constant TAS. I is incorrect, II
is correct.
The principle of aeroplane propulsion is to generate a propelling force by:
accelerating air or gas in order to obtain a reaction force.
The reason for the fact that an aeroplane designed for long distances
cannot simply be used for short haul fights at higher frequencies is that:
the lifetime of the fatigue sensitive parts has been based on a determined
load spectrum
When the AC generators are connected in parallel, the reactive loads are
balanced by means of the: excitation current.
Automatic temperature control of the system as shown would be
accomplished by: the temperature selector in conjunction with cabin sensors
and the temperature regulator, modulating the mix valve.
Which of these statements about structural design principles are correct or
incorrect? I. In structural design, fail safe implies redundant load paths. II.
A safe life structure is based on a declared number of cycles or time
period. I is correct, II is correct.
The purpose of bafes in an aeroplane's integral fuel tank is to: restrict the
fuel movements in the tank.
The purpose of bonding the metallic parts of an aircraft is to: 2 - ensure
zero voltage diference between aircraft components. 4 - provide a single
earth for electrical devices.
Vapour lock is: vaporizing of fuel prior to reaching the carburettor
An oxygen regulator has 3 controls: - a power lever: ON/OFF
- an "O2" lever: NORMAL/100%
- an emergency lever: ON/OFF
Among the following statements, the correct proposition is : the power lever
on ON, and, the "O2" lever on NORMAL allows the oxygen to enter the
regulator and enables breathing of a mixture of air/oxygen according to
altitude.
Which statement is correct? I. The freezing point for Jet A is at a higher
temperature than that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at a higher
temperature than that for Jet B. I is correct, II is correct.
JET A. Turbine kerosene; freezes at -40C; available in the USA only. It
has a high fash point and low volatility.
JET A-1. Turbine kerosene; freezes at a lower temperature then JET A (-
50C). It is a standard commercial fuel.
JET B. This is a mixture of kerosene and gasoline and described as wide
cut fuel. It has a very low freezing (-55C) and fash point.
One indication of inadequate bonding of aircraft components may be:
static noises can be heard on the radio.
The control of free turbine engines on turboprops, is accomplished by:
- a propeller control lever used to select:
1 - propeller RPM
2 - turbine temperature
3 - turbine RPM
- a fuel control lever used to select:
4 - propeller RPM
5 - torque
6 - turbine temperature
The combination which regroups all of the correct statements is : 1 - 5 6
The function of a difuser (compensation jet) is to: Maintain a constant
mixture in a piston engine at low and high power settings.
Associate the correct legend to each of the numbered diagrams: 1-
cantilever 2- fork 3- half fork 4- dual wheels
A sandwich structural part is unsuitable for absorbing: concentrated loads.
The advantages of a chemical oxygen source compared with a gaseous
one for the passenger cabin are: 1. Easier maintenance. 3. Reduced risk
of explosion.
Among the diferent types of aircraft structures, monocoque construction
efciently transmits the: 1. Normal bending stresses 2. Compression
stresses 4. Tension stresses.
The auto-brake system is disconnected during landing: by pilot action.
The ABS (Auto Brake System) is being disconnected after landing... by
pilot action
The mechanism to change the propeller blade angle of a small piston
engine aeroplane in fight is operated: hydraulically by engine oil.
"Conditioned" air is air that has: been controlled in respect of temperature
and pressure.
Maximum power output and low mass of aeroplane hydraulic systems can
be achieved with: high system pressure and low volume fow.
The richness of a fuel/air mixture ratio is the: actual mixture ratio relative to
the theoretical ratio.
GEN 2 can be used to feed the DC BUS 2, when: (NB: all contactors not
mentioned are assumed to remain open): C1.4 and C5.3 are closed.
A cabin rate of descent: results in a cabin pressure increase.
Which of these statements about an impulse turbine are correct or
incorrect? I. The pressure rises across the nozzle guide vanes. II. The
pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
Thermal plugs are installed in: wheel rims.
Generally, on modern jet transport aircraft, how can the landing gear be
extended if there is a complete hydraulic system failure: Mechanically
For aircraft equipped with a landing gear anti retract latch, which of these
statements is correct? This system can be overridden under specifc
conditions
In which sections of the carburettor would icing most likely occur? venturi
and the throttle valve
The cross-feed fuel system can be used to: 1. feed any engine from any
fuel tank. 3. adjust fuel distribution
The purpose of stringers, used in fuselage construction, is to: assist the
skin withstand longitudinal compressive loads.
In fight, if the constant speed drive (CSD) temperature indicator is in the
red arc the: pilot must disconnect it, and the generator is not available for the
rest of fight.
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of bypass air mass fow to HP compressor
mass fow. II. Can be determined from the inlet air mass fow and the HP
compressor mass fow. I is correct, II is correct.
A composite structural component consists of: a matrix and fbers.
Engine compartment decking and frewalls are manufactured from:
Stainless steel or titanium sheet.
The reason for a double switch on the elevator trim is: to reduce the
probability of a trim runaway.
With a piston engine, when detonation is recognized, you: Reduce manifold
pressure and enrich the mixture
Power plant fre extinguishers are operated by: an electrically fred cartridge
rupturing a seal in the head of the bottle.
Which statement is correct for a gas turbine engine with a constant speed
propeller and free power turbine, when the power setting is increased? I.
The gas generator speed increases. II. The EGT increases. I Is correct, II is
correct.
The principle of on condition maintenance is based on the: monitoring of
critical parameters and the replacement of parts if a limit value is exceeded.
For a fan jet engine, the by-pass ratio is the: cold air mass fow divided by
the hot air mass fow.
Concerning a constant speed propeller of a twin engine aeroplane
controlled by a single-acting pitch control unit: oil pressure turns the
propeller blades towards smaller pitch angle.
On a FADEC gas turbine engine during normal fight, the power for the
FADEC's sensors comes from: the FADEC power source(s) on the engine.
Whilst stationary on the ground in a hangar the most important loads on a
cantilever wing are: tension in the upper surface, compression in the lower
surface.
The term used to describe a permanent and cumulative deformation of the
turbine blades in a gas turbine engine is: creep.
Ice formation on turbofan engine intakes is usually:prevented by using
compressor bleed air.
On a large transport aeroplane, the auto-slat system: extends (part of) the
slats automatically when a certain value of angle of attack is exceeded.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a major failure on the aeroplane
could be: signifcant reduction in functional capabilities or safety margins.
A sandwich type structure is often used in aircraft because of its: low mass
and high stifness.
One of the advantages of multiple-spool jet engine designs is that: a
smaller air starter driving only a single spool can be used.
The gas generator speed remains constant. II. The EGT decreases. I is
incorrect, II is incorrect.
incorrect? I. The pressure remains constant across the nozzle guide
vanes. II. The pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is
incorrect, II is correct.
incorrect? I. On some aeroplanes the cockpit windows have an additional
speed restriction, related to bird impact, when window heating is
inoperative. II. Cockpit side windows are usually defogged only. I is correct,
II is correct.
The HP spool speed decreases. II. The EGT increases. I is incorrect, II is
correct.
During level fight at a constant cabin pressure altitude (which could be
decreased, even at this fight level), the cabin outfow valves are: Partially
open.
Cabin pressurization is controlled by the: cabin outfow valve.
Cabin altitude is the: cabin pressure expressed as altitude.
On a modern large pressurized transport aircraft, the maximum cabin
diferential pressure is approximately: 7 - 9 psi
The "cabin diferential pressure" is: cabin pressure minus ambient pressure.
The maximum cabin diferential pressure of a pressurized aeroplane
operating at FL370 is approximately: 9.0 psi
The purpose of a trim tab (device) is to: reduce or to cancel control forces.
The purpose of the barometric correction in a fuel controller is to: maintain
the correct fuel to air mass ratio when the altitude increases.
An artifcial feel unit is necessary in the pitch channel when: the elevators
are actuated by irreversible servo-control units.
In a hydraulic braking system, an accumulator is pre-charged to 1200 psi.
If an electrically driven hydraulic pump is started and provides a system
pressure of 3000 psi, the pressure gauge, which is connected to the gas
section of the accumulator, will read: 3000 psi
Large transport aeroplane hydraulic systems usually operate with a
system pressure of approximately: 3000 psi
On most transport aircraft, the low pressure pumps of the fuel system are:
electrically driven centrifugal pumps.
A turbo compressor air conditioning system (bootstrap system) includes
two heat exchangers; the primary exchanger (P) and the secondary
exchanger (S). The functions of these heat exchangers are as follows: P:
precools the engine bleed air S: cools air behind the pack's compressor.
The working cycle of a four-stroke engine is: induction, compression, power,
exhaust.
In a piston engine, the purpose of an altitude mixture control is to: correct
for variations in the fuel/air ratio due to decreased air density at altitude.
The purpose of the contact breaker is to: control the primary circuit of the
magneto
The damping element in a landing gear shock absorber used on large
aircrafts is: Oil.
On detection of a persistent overvoltage fault on an AC generator
connected to the aircraft AC busbars, the on-board protection device
opens: the exciter breaker and the generator breaker.
The auxiliary power unit (APU) has its own AC generator that: supplies the
aircraft with three-phase 115-200 V, 400 Hz AC.
In the stator of a turbine, the gas velocity V and static pressure Ps vary as
follows: V increases, Ps decreases.
The capacity of an accumulator is: The quantity of electricity that the battery
can supply during discharge.
The type of gate which requires all conditions with logic 1 for engagement
is: AND.
A red or an amber light on an undercarriage position indicator signifes: At
least one wheel is in the traveling or unlocked condition.
A single action actuator: Is powered in one direction only by hydraulic power,
the return movement being under spring force.
In fight, the cabin air for large jet transport aeroplanes is usually supplied
by: engine compressors.
Overcentre mechanisms in landing gear systems are used to: Lock the
landing gear in the up and/or down positions.
The characteristics of a centrifugal compressor are: 1 - a high pressure
ratio by stage. 2 - A large diameter.
What may happen during a continuous climb with a mixture setting fully
rich? Fouling of spark plugs.
Whilst in level cruising fight, an aeroplane with a pressurized cabin
experiences a malfunction of the pressure controller. If the cabin rate of
climb indicator reads -200ft/min: the diferential pressure will rise to its
maximum value, thus causing the safety relief valves to open.
incorrect? I. Cockpit windows never have an additional speed restriction,
related to bird impact, when window heating is inoperative. II. Cockpit side
windows are usually defogged only. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The gas generator speed increases. II. The EGT remains constant. I is
correct, II is incorrect.
Which of these statements about a gust lock system are correct or
incorrect? I. Irreversible fight controls should have a gust lock. II. There is
no need for a gust lock on manual fight controls. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
incorrect? I. In structural design, fail safe implies the structure will never
fail. II. In structural design, safe life implies the structure will never fail
during a declared time period or number of cycles. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
Which of the following statements is correct about the fow in a divergent
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The speed decreases in fow
direction. II. The total pressure decreases in fow direction. I is correct, II is
incorrect.
The primary performance indicator (cockpit instrument) for the thrust of a
turbofan engine is: either EPR or N1.
Engine temperature limitations of a gas turbine engine are usually
imposed due to temperature limitations on the: turbine section.
If the main oil flter of a gas turbine engine becomes clogged, oil to the
main bearings is still assured: because the oil flter bypass valve opens.
Severe compressor stall can be observed amongst others by: a rise in
turbine gas temperature (TGT) and a increase in vibration level.
A fat rated turbofan will be temperature limited if: OAT is higher than fat
rated temperature.
Flat rated jet engines are designed to provide constant maximum take-of
thrust up to a certain level of: ambient temperature.
A turbofan engine with a bypass mass fow of 888 kg/s and a HP
compressor mass fow of 111 kg/s has a bypass ratio of: 8
Given the following information about an aeroplane with a turbojet engine:
- mass air fow 50 kg/s
- TAS 90 m/s
- exhaust nozzle gas velocity 150 m/s
- exhaust nozzle static pressure 1050 hPa
- ambient static pressure 1000 hPa
- cross-sectional area of the nozzle 0.10 m2
Net engine thrust equals: T = 50(150 - 90) + 0.1(105000 - 100000)=
3500N.
A turbofan engine with an inlet air mass fow of 300 kg/s and a HP
compressor mass fow of 50 kg/s has a bypass ratio of: 300-50=250,
250/50= 5
In a pressurized transport aircraft, the protective breathing equipment:
protects the members of the crew against fumes and noxious gases.
The correct formula to calculate the total displacement of a multi-cylinder
piston engine is the: piston area x piston stroke x number of cylinders
The main advantage of a constant speed propeller as compared to a fxed
pitch propeller is a: high efciency in a much wider speed range of the
aeroplane.
When altitude increases without adjustment of the mixture ratio, the piston
engine performance is afected because of a: a decrease of air density with
a fuel fow which becomes too high.
The purposes of the oil and the nitrogen in an oleo-pneumatic strut are:
the oil supplies the damping function and the nitrogen supplies the spring
function
In a piston engine if the ratio of air to fuel is approximately 9:1 the mixture
is: rich.
The very rapid magnetic feld changes (fux changes) in the primary coil of
a magneto are accomplished by the: contact breaker points opening.
If air is tapped from a gas turbine HP compressor (engine N2 controlled),
the efect on the engine pressure ratio (EPR) and the exhaust gas
temperature (EGT) is that: EPR decreases and EGT increases.
When carrying out a battery condition check using the aircraft's voltmeter:
a load should be applied to the battery in order to give a better indication of
condition.
When a battery is almost fully discharged there is a tendency for the:
voltage to decrease under load.
In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, when an airplane fies at over 25000 ft,
the total number of oxygen dispensing units and supply terminals must be
at least greater than the number of: seats by 10 %.
Chemical oxygen generators are used to furnish oxygen to the: 2. cabin 3.
Toilets 4. smoke hood
The advantages of a chemical oxygen source for the passenger cabin are:
1. reduced weight and volume, 2. easy storage and maintenance, 4. no
risk of explosion, 6. no maintenance.
When the door of a transport aeroplane, equipped with evacuation slides
in the armed position, is opened from the outside the slide it: is disarmed
automatically.
The connection in parallel of two 12 volt/40 amp hours batteries, will
create a unit with the following characteristics; 12 volt/ 80 amp hours
The correct statement about rain protection for cockpit windshields is that:
rain repellent should never be sprayed onto the windshield unless the rainfall
is very heavy.
The purpose of a battery control unit is generally to isolate the battery: 1 -
from the bus when the battery charge has been completed 2 - when there
is a battery overheat condition3 - in case of an internal short circuit
On a modern aeroplane, to avoid the risk of tyre burst from overheating,
due for example to prolonged braking during an aborted take-of, there is:
a hollow bolt screwed into the wheel which melts at a given temperature
(thermal fuse) and defates the tyre.
Concerning the sequential pneumatic impulses used in certain leading
edge de-icing devices, one can afrm that: 2 - They are triggered from the
fight deck after icing has become visible. 3 - A cycle should not last more
than ten seconds.
When the oxygen system of a large aeroplane is used: with the setting on
"NORMAL", the cockpit crew is supplied with a mixture of oxygen and cabin
air.
When in fight, a piston engine is stopped and the propeller blade angle is
near 90, the propeller is said to be: feathered.
Excessive pressure in the cylinders of an engine equipped with a constant
speed propeller can be caused by the combination of: high manifold
pressure and low RPM.
The installation and use of on-board oxygen generators is such that: 1 -
the smoking ban is imperative when used 3 - no trace of grease must be
found in the system assembly
Regarding the chemical oxygen generator, to enable the oxygen to fow,
the passenger must: frmly pull the mask towards his face.
Signifcant torsion efects in a wing during fight can be caused by: aileron
defection.
The function of a scissor (torsion link) in a landing gear is to: prevent any
rotation of the oleo strut in the landing gear shock absorber.
The ignition system generally used for small aircrafts is a: High tension
system.
The fuel tanks of aircrafts must be checked for water: before the frst fight
of the day or after a long turnaround time
Compressor surge may be controlled by means of: bleed valves.
A twin-spool engine with an inlet air mass fow of 500 kg/s and a HP
A sandwich structural part is: composed of two thin sheets and a light core
material.
When a wing bends downwards, aileron futter might occur if the aileron
defects: upwards, because the location of the aileron centre of gravity lies
behind the hinge line.
Halon is used as a fre extinguishing agent because it: acts as a very
efective fame inhibitor.
For fail safe designed structural components: 1. there is more than one
load carrying component. 4. The design is based on the principle of
redundancy of components.
Loads on the cylindrical part of the fuselage during pressurization are
carried by the: skin.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust decreases as the pressure
altitude increases. II. The specifc fuel consumption is inversely
proportional to pressure altitude, at constant TAS. I is correct, II is incorrect.
Which of these statements about trimming in a irreversible fight control
system of a conventional aeroplane are correct or incorrect? I. The zero
force position of the control column does not change when using the
elevator trim. II. The zero force position of the control wheel changes when
using the aileron trim. I is correct, II is correct.
Which of these statements about rudder limiting are correct or incorrect? I.
A rudder ratio changer system reduces the rudder defection for a given
rudder pedal defection as the IAS increases. II. A variable stop system
limits both rudder and rudder pedal defection as the IAS increases. I is
correct, II is correct.
Which of these statements concerning a sandwich structural part are
correct or incorrect? I. The main function of the core material is to
stabilize the covering sheets. II. A sandwich structural part is unsuitable for
absorbing concentrated loads. I is correct, II is correct.
The primary purpose of a supercharger is to: Maintain power at altitude.
The By-pass ratio of an engine is the ratio of: Cold stream air to that fowing
through the hot core of the engine.
What is the best method to stop a running engine if the magneto switch
ground wire becomes disconnected? Shut of fuel.
Cabin pressure is controlled by: delivering a substantially constant fow of air
into the cabin and controlling the outfow.
Under normal conditions (CS 25) the cabin pressure altitude is not allowed
to exceed: 8000 ft
If the maximum operating altitude of an aeroplane is limited by the
pressurized cabin, this limitation is due to the maximum: Positive cabin
diferential pressure at maximum cabin altitude.
Pneumatic mechanical ice protection systems are mainly used for: wings.
The purpose of the pack cooling fans in the air conditioning system is to:
supply the heat exchangers with cooling air during slow fights and ground
operation.
In an aircraft air conditioning system the air cannot be treated for: humidity.
On modern transport aircraft, cockpit windows are protected against icing
by: Electric heating.
In a cabin air conditioning system, equipped with a bootstrap, the mass air
fow is routed via the: secondary heat exchanger outlet to the turbine inlet of
the cold air unit.
Engine bleed air used for air conditioning and pressurization in turbo-jet
aeroplanes is usually taken from the: compressor section.
In an air cycle machine: the turbine drives the compressor of the machine
which causes a higher temperature, and so increases the second heat
exchanger efciency.
In large modern aircraft, in the air conditioning system, reduction of air
temperature and pressure is achieved by: an expansion turbine.
In a "bootstrap" cooling system, the charge air is frst compressed in the
cold air unit to: ensure an adequate pressure and temperature drop across
the cooling turbine.
A turbo compressor air conditioning system (bootstrap system) will: cause
a pressure drop as well as an associated temperature drop in the charge air.
Cabin heating in a large jet transport aeroplane is obtained from: hot air
bled from the compressors.
The pack cooling fan provides: cooling air to the primary and secondary
heat exchanger during slow fight and ground operation.
The trim tab: reduces hinge moment and control surface efciency.
A torsion link assembly is installed on the landing gear to: avoid rotation of
the piston rod relative to the gear oleo strut.
In a commercial transport aeroplane the landing gear normal operating
system is usually: hydraulically driven.
The type of brake unit found on most transport aeroplanes is a: Multiple
disk brakes.
The reason for ftting thermal plugs to aeroplane wheels is that they:
prevent tyre burst after excessive brake application.
The advantages of fy-by-wire control are: 3. direct and indirect weight
saving through simplifcation of systems 5. improvement of piloting quality
throughout the fight envelope
An artifcial feel unit is necessary in the pitch channel when: the elevators
are actuated by irreversible servo-control units.
An artifcial feel system: functions in parallel to an irreversible servo-control
unit.
Hydraulic fuids must have the following characteristics: 1. thermal stability
2. Low emulsifying characteristics 3. Corrosion resistance 4. good
resistance to combustion
Hydraulic fuids: Are irritating to eyes and skin.
Hydraulic fuids used in systems of large modern airliners are: Phosphate
ester base fuids.
Hydraulic power is a function of: System pressure and volume fow.
In a modern hydraulic system, "hydraulic fuses" can be found. Their
function is: To prevent total system loss in case of a leaking hydraulic line.
In a hydraulic system, the reservoir is pressurized in order to: prevent
pump cavitation
Shuttle valves will automatically: Switch hydraulically operated units to the
most appropriate pressure supply.
If the cabin altitude rises (aircraft in level fight), the diferential pressure:
decreases
The purpose of the cabin pressure controller, in the automatic mode, is to
perform the following functions: 1. control of cabin altitude, 2. control of
cabin altitude rate-of-change, 3. limitation of diferential pressure
During a normal pressurized climb after take-of: cabin pressure decreases
more slowly than atmospheric pressure
Main cabin temperature is: controlled automatically, or by fight crew
selection.
The purpose of cabin air fow control valves in a pressurization system is
to: Maintain a constant and sufcient mass air fow to ventilate the cabin and
minimize cabin pressure surges.
Usually, electric heating for ice protection is used on: Pitot tubes.
The fuel supply system on a jet engine includes a fuel heating device,
upstream of the main fuel flter so as to: prevent, at low fuel temperature, the
risk of ice formation from water contained in the fuel.
On most transport jet aircraft, the low pressure pumps of the fuel system
are supplied with electric power of the following type: 115 V AC
In a gas turbine engine lubrication system, the oil to fuel heat exchanger
provides: oil cooling through thermal exchange with the fuel.
The fuel cross-feed system: allows feeding of any engine from any fuel tank.
The purpose of bafes in an aeroplane's integral fuel tank is to: restrict the
fuel movements in the tank.
On a transport type aircraft the fuel tank system is vented through: Ram air
scoops on the underside of the wing.
The types of fuel tanks used on most modern transport aircraft are:
Integral tanks.
The purpose of bafe check valves ftted in aircraft fuel tanks is to: prevent
fuel movement to the wing tip.
The pressurization of fuel tanks is maintained by: the fuel vent system.
purpose of the heat exchangers is to: cool the bleed air in front and behind
the compressor of the air cycle machine.
main water separation unit is: after the cooling turbine.
When air is compressed for pressurization purposes, the percentage
oxygen content is: unafected.
In fight, the most commonly used anti-icing method for the wings of
modern commercial aircraft ftted with turbo-jet units is: Thermal (use of hot
air).
With regard to pneumatic mechanical devices that aford ice protection the
only correct statement is: They can only be used as de-icing devices.
Concerning electrically powered ice protection devices, the only true
statement is: on modern aeroplanes, electrically powered thermal devices
are used to prevent icing on small surfaces (Pitot-static, windshield...).
The elements specifcally protected against icing on transport aircraft are:
1) engine air intake and pod. 2) Front glass shield. 4) Pitot tubes and
waste water exhaust masts. 5) Leading edge of wing.
The heating facility for the windshield of an aircraft is: Used on a continual
basis as it reduces the thermal gradients which adversely afect the useful life
of the components.
On a jet aircraft fuel heaters are: Located on the engines.
The automatic fuelling shut of valve: stops fuelling as soon as a certain fuel
level is reached inside the tank.
During re-fuelling the automatic shut-of valves will switch of the fuel
supply system when: the fuel has reached a predetermined volume or mass.
The diagram shown in annex represents a jet fuel system. The fuel-fow
measurement is carried out: after high pressure valve (item 4).
If one of the 12 cells of a lead-acid battery is dead, the battery: is
unserviceable.
When the AC generators are connected in parallel, the reactive loads are
balanced by means of the: energizing current.
In a compressor stage of a jet engine, the sequence is: rotor stator
In order to produce an alternating voltage of 400 Hz, the number of pairs
of poles required in an AC generator running at 6000 rpm is:
400=(6000/60) x Pole pairs = 4 Pairs
In an AC power generation system, the Constant Speed Drive (CSD): 1-
can be disconnected from the engine shaft. 3- Is a hydro-mechanical
system. 6- Can be disconnected in fight.
An inverter is a: unit used to convert DC into AC.
The main purpose of a Constant Speed Drive unit is to: maintain a constant
frequency.
When a part of a continuous loop fre detection system is heated: 1. its
resistance decreases. 3. The leakage current increases.
The accessory units driven by the accessory gearbox of a turbo-jet engine
are the: 2. AC generator through its constant speed drive (CSD) 3. Oil
pumps 4. Hydraulic pumps 5. high pressure fuel pumps
The wing of an aircraft in fight, powered by engines located under the
wing, is subjected to a bending moment which causes its leading edge,
from the wing root to the wing tip, to operate in: compression, and then
tension.
An aircraft with a pressurized cabin fies at FL 310 and, following a
malfunction of the pressure controller, the outfow valve runs to the open
position. Given : CAB V/S : Cabin rate of climb indication CAB ALT: Cabin
pressure altitude DELTA P: Diferential pressure This will result in a: CAB
V/S increase CAB ALT increase DELTA P decrease
Consider a jet engine whose control is based on the Engine Pressure
Ratio (EPR): 1. with a constant EPR, the thrust decreases when the
altitude increases 3. At same environmental conditions, a given EPR
setting maintains the thrust irrespective of engine wear due to ageing.
Consider the variable-pitch propeller of a turbo-prop. During deceleration:
when braking, the propeller supplies negative thrust and absorbs engine
power.
On a non-stressed skin type wing, the wing structure elements which take
up the vertical bending moments are: the spars
The modern anti-skid processes are based on the use of a computer
whose input data is: 1. idle wheel speed (measured) 2. braked wheel
speed (measured) 4. desired idle wheel train slipping rate
The purpose of static wick dischargers is to: dissipate static charge of the
aircraft in fight thus avoiding radio interference as a result of static electricity.
When quick donning masks are in use, the pilot is: able to radiotelephone.
A fault protection circuit in a fre detection system will: inhibit the fre
detector when the detection line is connected to ground.
When a continuous loop wire type fre detection system is tested: the wiring
and the warning are tested.
What is breathed in when using a passenger oxygen mask? Cabin air and
oxygen.
An operator shall not operate an aeroplane certifcated to CS-25, across
an area in which search and rescue would be especially difcult, without
survival equipment if it fies away from an area suitable for making an
emergency landing at a distance greater than: 90 minutes at cruising
speed.
When changing power on engines equipped with constant-speed
propeller, engine overload is avoided by: increasing the RPM before
increasing the manifold pressure.
The blade angle of a constant-speed propeller: increases with increasing
true air speed.
A pilot can actuate the feathering system by: pulling the propeller control
lever rearwards.
In case of engine failure during fight the blades of a constant speed
propeller in a single engine aeroplane, not ftted with feathering system:
move in the lowest pitch position by the centrifugal force and/or the spring
force.
For take-of, the correct combination of propeller pitch (1), and propeller
lever position (2) at brake release is: (1) low (2) forward.
For piston engines, mixture ratio is the ratio between the: mass of fuel and
mass of air entering the cylinder.
Variations in mixture ratios for carburettors are achieved by the adjustment
of: fuel fow.
As altitude increases, the mixture ratio of a piston engine should be
adjusted to: reduce the fuel fow in order to compensate for the decreasing air
density.
When applying carburettor heating: the mixture becomes richer.
When the pilot moves the mixture lever of a piston engine towards a lean
position the: amount of fuel entering the combustion chamber is reduced.
Maximum exhaust gas temperature (EGT) of a piston engine is
theoretically associated with a: fuel to air ratio of 1:15.
For a given type of oil, the oil viscosity depends on the: oil temperature.
The octane rating of a fuel characterizes the : the anti-knock capability
The fuel temperature, at which, under standard conditions, the vapour
ignites in contact with a fame and extinguishes immediately, is the: fash
point
In an aircraft electrical system where AC generators are not paralleled
mounted, the changeover relay allows: power supply to the faulty AC
generators busbar.
Pulling the fre shutof handle causes a number of devices to disconnect.
In respect of the AC generator it can be said that the: exciter control relay
and the generator breaker open.
The advantages of grounding the negative pole of the aircraft structure
are: 1. Weight saving 2. Easy fault detection 4. Reduction of short-circuit
risk
The speed of an asynchronous four-pole motor fed at a frequency of 400
Hertz is: 400x60/2= 12000 revolutions per minute.
In the axial fow compressor of a turbo-jet engine, the fow duct is tapered.
Its shape is calculated so as to: maintain a constant axial speed in cruising
fight.
Regarding fre detection, ion detectors are used to detect: smoke.
Electrical bonding of an aircraft is used to: 1. protect the aircraft against
lightning efects. 3. Reduce radio interference on radio communication
systems 4. set the aircraft to a single potential
EPR can be defned as the ratio of: the total turbine outlet pressure to the
total compressor inlet pressure.
On the ground, the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) can provide: 1. electricity 2.
Air for starting system 4. air for air conditioning
When a landing gear wheel is hydroplaning, its friction factor is equal to: 0
A thermal circuit breaker: protects the system in the event of
overload/overheating.
The colour of a fresh synthetic hydraulic fuid is: purple.
A magnetic circuit-breaker is: a protection system that has a quick tripping
response.
A tubeless tyre is a tyre: 1. which requires solid or branched wheels
5.Which does not burst in the event of a tire puncture 6. which eliminates
internal friction between the tube and the tire
The compressor surge efect during acceleration is prevented by the: Fuel
Control Unit (F.C.U.).
The purpose of the regulator of a fight deck oxygen system is to: 2. supply
100% oxygen 3. Supply diluted oxygen 4. Supply oxygen on demand 5.
supply oxygen at emergency/positive pressure
A diluter demand oxygen regulator selected to "100%": delivers oxygen fow
when inhaling.
In jet transport aircraft, breathing oxygen for the cockpit is stored in the
following state: Gaseous.
The advantages of alternating current on board an aircraft are: 3. fexibility
in use 4. Lighter weight of equipment 5. Easy to convert into direct current
6. easy maintenance of machines
On board present aircraft, the batteries used are mainly Cadmium-Nickel.
Their advantages are: 3. good charging and discharging capability at high
rating 4. Wider permissible temperature range 5. Good storage capability
6. sturdiness owing to its metal casing
On detection of a persistent overvoltage fault on an AC generator
connected to the aircraft AC busbars, the on-board protection device
opens: the exciter breaker and the generator breaker.
A feeder fault on a direct current circuit results from a fux unbalance
between the: voltage coil and the series winding turn.
When a persistent top excitation limit fault on an AC generator connected
to the mains with another AC generator, the over excitation protection
device opens: the exciter breaker, the generator breaker and the tie breaker.
When an under speed fault is detected on an AC generator connected to
the aircraft AC busbar, the protection device opens the: generator breaker.
The voltage regulator of a DC generator is connected in: series with the
shunt feld coil.
During start of an engine ftted with a brushless AC generator with no
commutator rings, the generator is activated by: a set of permanent
magnets.
Landing gear torque links are used to: prevent rotation of the landing gear
piston in the oleo strut.
The illumination of the green landing gear light indicates that the landing
gear is: locked-down.
An aircraft with a pressurized cabin is settled at its cruise level. During the
fight, a malfunction of the pressure controller is detected by the crew and
the cabin rate indicator reads -200ft/min. Given that: DELTA P: Diferential
pressure Zc: Cabin altitude: DELTA P will rise up to its maximum value, thus
causing the safety relief valves to open.
The type of windings commonly used in DC starter motors are: series
wound.
The power output of a generator is controlled by: varying the feld strength.
A relay is: a magnetically operated switch.
The voltage of a fully charged lead-acid battery cell is: 2.2 volts.
The capacity of a battery is given in: Ampere hours.
One indication of inadequate bonding of aircraft components may be:
static noises can be heard on the radio.
In a steep turn to the left, when using spoilers ... The right aileron will
descend, the left one will ascend, the right spoiler will retract and the left one
will extend.
The function of a hydraulic selector valve is to: direct system pressure to
either side of the piston of an actuator.
The component that converts hydraulic pressure into linear motion is
called: An actuator or jack.
The aircraft hydraulic system is designed to produce: high pressure and
small fow.
A relay is: An electromagnetically operated switch.
The most widely used electrical frequency in aircraft is: 400 Hz.
If the electrical load of an AC generator providing a constant output
voltage increases, the voltage regulator will: increase the intensity of the
excitation current.
The so-called "hot buses" or "direct buses" are: directly connected to the
battery.
The reason for using inverters in an electrical system is... To change DC
into AC.
The essential diference between aircraft AC alternators and DC
generators (dynamos) is that the: induced (output) windings of the
alternators are fxed (stator), and the dynamos have a fxed inductor (feld)
coil.
In an alternator rotor coil you can fnd: AC.
The hydraulic device, which functionality is comparable to an electronic
diode, is a: check valve.
The cross-feed fuel system can be used to: 1. feed any engine from any
fuel tank. 3. adjust fuel distribution
One of the purposes of the fuel system booster pumps being submerged
in fuel is to: to facilitate the priming of the pumps and to cool the pumps.
The capacitance type fuel gauging system indicates the fuel quantity by
measuring the: dielectric change between fuel and air.
The functions of an LP booster pump in a gas turbine fuel system are to:
avoid vapour locking and prevent cavitation of the HP fuel pump.
A piston engine compression ratio is the ratio of the: total volume to the
clearance volume.
Pre-ignition refers to the condition that may arise when: the mixture is
ignited by abnormal conditions within the cylinder before the spark occurs at
the plug
Overheating of a piston engine is likely to result from an excessively: weak
mixture.
A fuel strainer when ftted to a carburettor will be positioned: upstream of
the needle valve.
Specifc fuel consumption is defned as the: mass of fuel required to
produce unit power for unit time.
The purpose of the contact breaker is to: control the primary circuit of the
magneto
Under normal running conditions a magneto draws primary current: from a
self-contained electro-magnetic induction system.
On a normally aspirated aero-engine ftted with a fxed pitch propeller:
manifold pressure decreases as the aircraft climbs at a fxed throttle setting.
The air in a piston engine turbo-supercharger centrifugal compressor:
enters the eye of the impeller and leaves at a tangent to the periphery.
In a piston engine, turbocharger boost pressure may be monitored by: a
manifold pressure gauge only.
An engine pressure ratio (EPR) gauge reading normally shows the ratio of:
jet pipe pressure to compressor inlet pressure.
In a gas turbine engine, the maximum gas temperature is attained: within
the combustion chamber.
A "fan" stage of a ducted-fan turbine engine is driven by: the low pressure
turbine.
In a gas turbine engine, the power changes are normally made by
controlling the amount of: fuel supplied.
In a free turbine engine: there is no mechanical connection between the
compressor and the power output shaft.
During take-of, the fan in a high by-pass ratio turbofan engine produces:
the greater part of the thrust.
The type of hydraulic fuid which has the greatest resistance to cavitation
is: Synthetic fuid.
The wing anti-ice system has to protect: the leading edge or the slats, either
partially or completely.
On a normally aspirated engine (non turbo-charged), the manifold
pressure gauge always indicates... a lower value than atmospheric pressure
when the engine is running.
To achieve reverse thrust on a turbine engine with a high by-pass ratio,
generally: the fan fow is defected.
The type of a aircraft oxygen system intended for use by passengers, is
mostly: a continuous fow system
On a FADEC jet engine, the meaning of F.A.D.E.C. on a gas turbine
engine is: FULL AUTHORITY DIGITAL ENGINE CONTROL.
The gas generator speed remains constant. II. The EGT increases. I is
Pneumatic mechanical devices that provide ice protection: are usually used
as de-icing devices.
A fat rated turbofan engine has a constant maximum rated thrust level: up
to a specifc OAT.
Continuous loop fre detector systems operate on the principle that an
increase in temperature produces: a decrease in resistance
Fuel pumps submerged in the fuel tanks of a multi-engine aircraft are:
centrifugal low pressure type pumps.
Which of these statements about a reaction turbine are correct or
pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The crankshaft of a piston engine rotates at: Twice the speed of the
camshaft.
The purpose of an accumulator in a hydraulic system is: to damp the fuid
pressure variations.
The pressurization system of an aeroplane: has the capability to maintain a
cabin pressure higher than ambient pressure.
Consider a fat rated twin-spool turbofan with conventional hydro-
mechanical fuel control. When using maximum take-of thrust at an
outside air temperature OAT that is below the fat rated temperature: the
thrust lever is not positioned at the maximum stop.
A cantilever wing is: a wing attached to the fuselage at the wing root only.
Ignition occurs in each cylinder of a four stroke engine (TDC = Top Dead
Centre): before TDC at each second crankshaft revolution.
incorrect? I. The pressure drops across the nozzle guide vanes. II. The
pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is correct.
Concerning the fuel system high-pressure shut-of valve (HPSOV) of a gas
turbine engine: ignition is activated before fuel is delivered by the HPSOV to
the fuel nozzles.
incorrect? I. There should be suitable design precautions to prevent fight
with the gust lock engaged. II. There is no need for a gust lock on
reversible fight controls. I is correct, II is incorrect.
In the event of an AC generator fault, on a twin engine aeroplane, the
protection device will open: the exciter control relay and the generator
breaker.
On detection of a persistent phase imbalance between an AC generator
connected to the main bus bars and other AC generators, the protection
device that opens is/are the: tie breaker(s).
Some gas turbine engines have multiple stages in the HP and LP turbines:
because one stage does not generate sufcient shaft power.
In order that DC generators will achieve equal load sharing when
operating in parallel, it is necessary to ensure that: their voltages are almost
equal.
In an aircraft equipped with a DC main power system, AC for instrument
operation may be obtained from: an inverter.
The use of a hot air wing anti-icing system: does not afect aerodynamic
performance of the wing and causes a reduction in maximum thrust.
The advantages of a gaseous oxygen source for the passenger cabin are:
1. a greater autonomy, 3. reversible functioning, 5. possibility to regulate
fow.
Assuming cabin diferential pressure has reached the required value in
normal fight conditions, if fight altitude and air conditioning system setting
are maintained: the mass air fow through the cabin is constant.
When a persistent under excitation fault is detected on an AC generator
connected to the aircraft mains with another AC generator, the protection
device opens: the exciter control relay, the generator breaker and the tie
breaker.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust remains constant as the
pressure altitude increases. II. The specifc fuel consumption remains
constant as the pressure altitude increases at constant TAS. I is incorrect,
II is incorrect.
The pressurization load on the skin of a fuselage is: tension.
A magnetic plug in an engine oil system can be used to: collect ferrous
particles.
The input and output of a static inverter are respectively: DC and AC.
A wing spar typically consists of: a web and girders.
The purpose of a compressor bleed valve is to prevent surging: at low
compressor rpm.
A Krueger fap is normally located at the: leading edge.
A smoke hood is a device covering: the whole head and with a continuous
oxygen fow.
About a twin spool compressor: The low pressure spool runs at a lower rpm
than the high pressure spool.
Which one of the following factors would be most likely to increase the
possibility of detonation occurring within a piston engine? using too lean a
fuel/air mixture
Pressurization systems are required because: At altitudes above
approximately 10 000 ft there is insufcient air pressure to force the oxygen
required into our lungs to allow us to breathe normally
Which statement is correct? I. The freezing point for Jet A is at a lower
temperature than that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at a lower
temperature than that for Jet B. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
Hydraulic fuid, entering the hydraulic pump, is slightly pressurized to:
prevent cavitation in the pump
The bending loads on a cantilever wing due to lift are carried by the: 1.
upper skin surface. 2. Lower skin surface. 4. Spar or spars.
An asymmetric loading (p-factor) on the propeller exists... If the aeroplane
has a large angle of attack.
Cabin air for a large aeroplane during fight: is temperature controlled.
Given the following statements about diesel engines. 2. There is no throttle
valve. 3. Power is set by the fuel fow. 5. Diesel fuel is less infammable
than petrol.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The dynamic pressure remains
constant in fow direction. II. The static temperature remains constant in
fow direction. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
Primary fight controls are: ailerons, elevators and rudder.
An anti-retract latch blocks the landing gear lever when: an aircraft is on the
ground
If air is tapped from a gas turbine HP compressor, the efect on the engine
pressure ratio (EPR) and the exhaust gas temperature (EGT) is that: EPR
decreases and EGT increases.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The speed remains constant in
fow direction. II. The total pressure decreases in fow direction. I is
The accumulator in a hydraulic system works as: an energy storage.
A continuous loop detector system is a: overheat detection system.
For safe life designed structural components: 2. one load carrying
component is sufcient for a given load, provided it is strong enough. 3.
The component is removed at the end of the calculated life time or number
of cycles.
For a subsonic airfow, in a divergent duct the: pressure increases, velocity
decreases and temperature increases.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust increases as the pressure
altitude decreases. II. The specifc fuel consumption is proportional to
pressure altitude, at constant TAS. I is correct, II is incorrect.
The equipment of an oxygen supply installation must be kept absolutely
free of oil or grease traces as: these substances catch fre spontaneously in
the presence of oxygen under pressure.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The static pressure remains
constant in fow direction. II. The total temperature decreases in fow
direction. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
Modern pressurized transport aeroplanes are equipped with: two
independent oxygen systems, one supplying the cockpit, the other the cabin.
A Constant Speed Drive aims at ensuring: that the electric generator
produces a constant frequency.
The phase relationship between two unparalleled AC generators: is
unimportant.
pressure altitude increases. II. The specifc fuel consumption increases
slightly as the pressure altitude increases at constant TAS. I is incorrect, II
is incorrect.
The gas generator speed remains constant. II. The EGT decreases. I is
The power output of a piston engine is directly proportional to: Torque and
RPM
The purpose of a variable bypass valve, ftted between the LP and HP
compressor of an axial fow compressor, is to: prevent stall in the LP
compressor.
Assuming the initiating cause is removed, which of these statements about
resetting are correct or incorrect? I. A fuse is resettable II. A circuit breaker
is resettable. I is incorrect, II is correct.
In a turbo-jet, the purpose of the turbine is to ... drive the compressor by
using part of the energy from the exhaust gases
If a gas turbine engine fuel/oil heat exchanger is located downstream of
the HP fuel pump, internal leakage of the heat exchanger will cause the oil
level to: rise.
Creep in a gas turbine engine is: the permanent increase in length of metal
parts due to a combination of tensile stress and high temperatures over a
prolonged period.
The purpose of a hydraulic fuse is to: Prevent loss of system fuid if the
pipeline to a brake unit should rupture.
The oil system for a piston engine incorporates an oil cooler that is ftted :
in the return line to the oil tank after the oil has passed through the scavenge
pump
The function of a NOT logic gate within a circuit is to: invert the input signal
such that the output is always of the opposite state.
A semi-monocoque aircraft fuselage structure usually consists of: skin,
frames, and stringers.
The lubricating system of an air cooled piston engine is used to: reduce
internal friction and provide cooling.
When applying precautionary carburettor heating on a reciprocating
engine with a constant speed propeller: The mixture becomes richer.
Given a conventional transport aeroplane with irreversible fight controls on
the ground with engines running. Which of these statements about rudder
trim actuation is correct? The rudder moves, the rudder pedals move in the
corresponding direction.
correct or incorrect? I. The main function of the core material is sound
insulation. II. A sandwich structural part is unsuitable for absorbing
concentrated loads. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The frequency of the current provided by an alternator depends on... its
rotation speed
The HP spool speed increases. II. The EGT remains constant. I is correct,
II is incorrect.
If the pressure in the cabin tends to become lower than the outside
ambient air pressure the: negative pressure relief valve will open.
Which of these statements about sandwich structural parts are correct or
incorrect? I. A sandwich structural part consists of fbres and a resin. II. A
sandwich structural part is suitable for absorbing concentrated loads. I is
The function of a fusible plug is to: protect the tyre against explosion due to
excessive temperature.
The principle of the safe life design of an aircraft is based on the:
replacement of parts after a given number of cycles or hours of use.
Purposes of an accumulator in an hydraulic system are: 1. to damp
pressure fuctuations. 3. To serve as a limited alternate source of pressure.
force position of the control column changes when using the elevator trim.
II. The zero force position of the control wheel changes when using the
aileron trim. I is incorrect, II is correct.
When altitude increases, in a normally aspirated piston engine, mixture
must be adjusted because there is: A decrease in air density resulting in too
rich a mixture.
A gas turbine engine is run at ground idle for a period of time prior to
shutdown to: prevent seizure of the rotor blades in their seals.
The ignition system of a running piston engine receives electrical energy
from: rotating permanent magnets.
Compared to a tyre ftted with an inner tube, a tubeless tyre presents the
following characteristics: 3 - lower risk of bursting 4 - better adjustment to
wheels
For most large aeroplanes, spoilers are: upper wing surface devices and
their defection can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.
Fitted to the upper surfaces of the wings, spoilers operate symmetrically to
act as airbrakes in the air or lift dump devices on the ground, and
asymmetrically (in conjunction with the ailerons) to assist roll control.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The dynamic pressure decreases
in fow direction. II. The static temperature increases in fow direction. I is
During climb with constant throttle and RPM lever setting (mixture being
constant) the: Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) decreases.
The by-pass air in a turbo fan engine has the efect of lower specifc fuel
consumption by causing an overall: decrease in average exhaust gas fow
velocity and a higher mass fow.
One of the purposes of the fuel system booster pumps to be submerged in
the fuel is: To facilitate the priming of the pumps.
A reverse thrust alert on the fight deck occurs when: 1. the reverser doors
are unlocked with the reverse lever in the stowed position.3. The reverser
doors remain stowed with the reverse lever in the deployed position.
The purpose of variable by-pass valves in a high bypass turbofan engine
between the LP compressor and the HP compressor (HPC) is to: prevent
fan stall and LP compressor stall during engine start and low rotor speeds.
Bypass valves are also known as: Bleed valves
Blow of valves
Anti stall valves
Acceleration valves
With respect to a piston engine aircraft, ice in the carburettor: may form at
OAT's higher than +10C.
Generally, for large aeroplanes, electrical heating for ice protection is used
on: Pitot tubes.
Oxygen systems on pressurized airplanes are used to provide oxygen: 1.
In an emergency in the case of depressurization. 4. In an emergency in
case of smoke or toxic gases in the cockpit.
After a successful start of a high bypass turbofan engine, the air starter: is
disengaged by the coupling between engine N2 spool and starter by the use
of centrifugal forces.
The kind of compressor normally used as a supercharger is: a radial
compressor.
vanes. II. The pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is incorrect.
For a fan jet engine, the by-pass ratio is the: external airfow mass divided
by the internal airfow mass
When two DC generators are operating in parallel, control of load sharing
is achieved by: an equalizing circuit which, in conjunction with the voltage
regulators, varies the feld excitation current of the generators.
To protect against excessive system pressure, a hydraulic system usually
incorporates: a high pressure relief valve.
The anti-icing method for the wings of large jet transport aeroplanes most
commonly used in fight is: thermal (use of hot air).
The term "pressure cabin" applies when an aeroplane: has the means to
maintain cabin pressure higher than ambient pressure.
The lubrication system of an aircraft engine is used to: Aid in dissipation of
heat.
Specifc fuel consumption for a turbo-prop engine can be expressed in kg
per: hour per unit of shaft power.
A CSD of an AC generator may be disconnected in fight. The primary
reason(s) for disconnection are: low oil pressure and/or high oil temperature
of the generator drive.
Which of these statements about an reaction turbine are correct or
pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is
incorrect.
The compressor pressure ratio of an axial fow compressor is primarily
determined by the: number of stages.
If the maximum operating pressure of the oxygen system is exceeded the:
oxygen is discharged overboard via a safety plug.
If the ground wire between the magneto and the ignition switch becomes
disconnected, the most noticeable result will be that the engine: cannot be
shut down by turning the switch to the OFF position.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust decreases as the pressure
altitude increases. II. The specifc fuel consumption decreases slightly as
the pressure altitude increases at constant TAS. I is correct, II is correct.
If the manifold pressure is increased, the blade angle of a constant speed
propeller: It will increase
The oil supply to gas turbine engine bearings is maintained in the event of
the main oil flter becoming clogged by: diferential pressure opening the
bypass valve of the main oil flter.
When the combustion gases pass through a turbine the: pressure drops.
An impulse magneto coupling: gives a retarded spark at starting
The blade angle of a propeller is the angle between the: reference chord
line and the propeller plane of rotation.
Fuel for gas turbine engines is usually heated in order to: prevent icing-up
of the LP flter.
By-pass turbine engines are mainly used in commercial aviation, because:
at high subsonic airspeeds they have a better propulsive efciency than
propeller or straight jet engines.
The torque of an aeroplane engine can be measured at the: gear box
which is located between the engine and the propeller.
engine with a constant speed propeller: The RPM remains constant.
high pressure ratio operating at low RPM. II. A compressor stall is most
likely to occur when the air fow stagnates in the rear stages of the
compressor. I is correct, II is correct.
Rudder trim adjustment in an aeroplane with irreversible fight controls is:
an adjustment of the zero force rudder position.
Which of these statements about composite and metal structures are
correct or incorrect? I. For a structural component with given dimensions
composite materials enable a structural component's strength to be
tailored to the direction of the load. II. Composite materials enable
structures with lower strength/weight ratio than metal structures. I is
One design method to avoid control surface futter is: ensuring correct
mass distribution within the control surface.
The advantages of Nickel -Cadmium compared with lead-acid batteries
are: 3. reduced charging time 4. constant output voltage
In a hydraulic system overheat detectors are mostly installed: at the
pumps.
about a gas turbine are correct or incorrect? I. The process in a gas
turbine engine is continuous. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at
constant volume. I is correct, II is incorrect.
pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
The cylinder head and oil temperatures may exceed their normal operating
ranges if: a lower octane rating than specifed for the engine is used.
The maximum cabin diferential pressure of an aeroplane with a maximum
certifed altitude of 41,000 ft is approximately: 9.0 psi
In order to get the optimum efciency of a piston engine, the positions of
the intake and exhaust valve at the end of the power stroke are: intake
valve closed and exhaust valve open.
rudder pedal defection as the IAS increases. II. A variable stop system
limits both rudder and rudder pedal defection as the IAS decreases. I is
The maximum permitted creep is: Indicated when the edge of the tyre mark
aligns with the opposite edge of the wheel mark.
When a gas turbine engine accelerates from idle to take-of thrust and the
compressor rpm is too high in comparison with the air inlet velocity, this
may result in: a compressor stall.
Electrically powered ice protection devices on aircraft are: used as anti-
icing devices for pitot-tubes, static ports and windshield.
Using compressor bleed air to power systems: decreases aircraft
performance
Which of the following parameters remains constant in a divergent
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? Total temperature.
To achieve control futter damping the balance mass must be located: in
front of the control surface hinge.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a hazardous failure on the
aeroplane could be: large reduction in functional capabilities or safety
margins.
correct or incorrect? I. The main function of the core material is to stabilise
the covering sheets. II. A sandwich structural part is well suited for
absorbing concentrated loads. I is correct, II is incorrect.
If there is a single input data failure on a FADEC gas turbine engine: the
engine continues to operate normally.
A twin-spool engine with an inlet air mass fow of 500 kg/s and a bypass
mass fow of 250 kg/s has a bypass ratio (BPR) of: 1
Assuming the same swept volume and no turbo charger, diesel engines
compared to petrol engines: produce less maximum power output.
On design purpose, the relationship between the fuel octane rating and
the maximum compression ratio of a piston engine is: the higher the octane
rating is, the higher the maximum compression ratio is
The contents of an oxygen bottle can be ensure by the: 1 - weight. 2 -
Pressure. 3 - Level. 4 - Volume. The combination containing all of the
correct statements is: 1 and 2 only.
On a normally aspirated engine, the manifold pressure gauge always
indicates: a lower value than atmospheric pressure when the engine is
running.
Axial piston pumps are often used in hydraulic systems due to: Their ability
to produce high pressure when required but can be of loaded to reduce
power consumption.
engine is continuous. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at constant
pressure. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
The alternators, when connected, are usually connected: In parallel mode
In a compensated capacitance type quantity indicating system, the
contents gauge of a half-full fuel tank indicates a fuel mass of 8000 kg. If a
temperature rise increased the volume of fuel by 5%, the indicated fuel
mass would: remain the same.
If an engine fails to stop with the magneto switch in OFF position, the
cause may be: excessive carbon formation in cylinder head.
The function of ribs in a wing is to: give the wing the desired aerodynamic
shape.
pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is incorrect.
Which of these statements about an aeroplane's hydraulic system is
correct? The flters, the pressure relief valve(s), the by-pass valve(s), and the
fre shut-of valve are safety features installed in the system.
The resistors R1 and R2 are connected in parallel. The value of the
equivalent resistance (Req) so obtained is given by the following formula:
1/Req = 1/R1 + 1/R2
The advantages of a gaseous oxygen source compared with a chemical
source for the passenger cabin are: 2. possibility to regulate fow. 3. more
capacity.
vanes. II. The pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
During a climb in a standard atmosphere with constant Manifold Absolute
Pressure (MAP) and RPM indications and at a constant mixture setting,
the power output of a piston engine: increases.
A gaseous sensor/responder tube fre sensor is tested by: heating up the
sensor with test power connection.
In case of smoke in the cockpit, the crew oxygen regulator must be set to:
100%
The power required for feld excitation of the main rotor in modern
constant-frequency alternators is directly controlled by: the voltage
regulator.
In straight and level fight the most important loads on a cantilever wing
are: compression in the upper surface, tension in the lower surface.
An impulse coupling is inhibited at higher than normal rotational starting
speeds by: centrifugal force
A bus-bar is: a distribution point for electrical power.
Derated or reduced thrust take-ofs save engine life primarily due to:
reduced low cycle fatigue damage.
The characteristics of an axial compressor are: 1 - a low pressure ratio by
stage. 3 - The possibility of compressing a large mass airfow.
The function of the rudder limiter system is: to restrict rudder defection
during fight at high IAS.
When a cabin oxygen mask is pulled downwards, the passenger breathes:
a mixture of oxygen and cabin air.
Engine temperature limitations of a gas turbine engine are usually
imposed due to temperature limitations on the: turbine section.
Generators, when connected to the same bus bar, are usually connected:
in parallel mode.
The rating of electrical fuses is expressed in: amperes.
For a reciprocating engine fuel/air ratio or mixture is the ratio between the:
mass of fuel and mass of air entering the cylinder.
In a reciprocating four-stroke engine, the only "driving" stroke is the: power
stroke.
For a subsonic airfow, air passing through a divergent duct: decreases in
velocity and increases in pressure.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a hazardous failure on the fight
crew could be: physical distress or excessive workload, impairs ability to
perform tasks.
The internal geometry of a turbofan intake for a subsonic commercial
aeroplane is: divergent in order to reduce airfow velocity and increase static
pressure in front of the fan.
Torsion in a wing can be caused by: Positive sweep
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a minor failure on the fight crew
could be: a slight increase in workload.
Concerning the starting procedure of a gas turbine engine: the selected
igniters are activated after fuel is delivered to the fuel nozzles.
If the manifold pressure gauge of a piston engine shows an increase
shortly after carburettor heater is turned on, it indicates: Ice was forming in
carburettor.
vanes. II. The pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is
A hung (abortive) start of a gas turbine engine may be caused by: a too
low pneumatic starter pressure.
The most important oil system instrument indication during gas turbine
engine start is: oil pressure.
On most high by-pass ratio (fan) engine, reverse thrust is achieved by
reversing: only the direction of the fan airfow.
A cabin pressure controller maintains a pre-set cabin altitude by regulating
the: position of the outfow valve(s).
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The speed decreases in fow
direction. II. The total pressure remains constant in fow direction. I is
The conditions most likely to produce the highest engine power are: cold
and dry air at high pressure.
A non-cantilever wing is: a wing supported by braces or a strut connected to
the fuselage.
A sandwich structural part: consists of two thin sheets separated by a light
core material.
When a conductor cuts the fux of a magnetic feld: an electromotive force
(EMF) is induced in the conductor.
In a gas turbine combustion chamber: secondary air is required for cooling
of the inner casing.
The air fow passages between adjacent axial compressor rotor blades are
divergent, but the absolute exit velocity is higher than the absolute entry
velocity of the rotor. This is because: part of the compressor work delivered
to the air is converted into kinetic energy.
Which statement is correct? I. The freezing point for Jet A is at about the
same temperature as that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at a
higher temperature than that for Jet B. I is incorrect, II is correct.
In the airfow through a single-spool axial fow turbo-jet engine, the axial
velocity of the air is greatest: on exit from the propelling nozzle.
Static dischargers: 1. are used to set all the parts of the airframe to the
same electrical potential. 2. are placed on wing and tail tips to facilitate
electrical discharge. 3. Are used to reset the electrostatic potential of the
aircraft to a value approximating 0 volts. 4. are located on wing and tail tips
to reduce interference with the on-board radiocommunication systems to a
minimum. 5. Limit the risks of transfer of electrical charges between the
aircraft and the electrifed clouds. The combination regrouping all the
correct statements is: 2, 4, 5.
If an abortive start (hung start) occurs when starting a gas turbine engine,
the correct action is to: shut down the engine.
Turbine blade stages may be classed as either "impulse" or "reaction". In
an impulse blade section the pressure (i)... across the nozzle guide vanes
and (ii)..... across the rotor blades: (i) drops (ii) remains constant
Most transport aeroplanes are provided with protection against control
jamming. This means that: the fight control system has provisions to
disconnect the part of the control system that becomes blocked.
incorrect? I. In structural design, fail safe implies the structure will never
fail. II. A safe life structure is based on a declared time period or number of
cycles. I is incorrect, II is correct.
Assuming an accumulator is pre-charged with air to 1000 psi and the
hydraulic system is pressurized to 1500 psi, the accumulator gauge will
read: 1500 psi.
On four-stroke piston engines, the theoretical valve and ignition settings
are readjusted in order to increase the: overall efciency
The built-in passenger oxygen system is activated by: switching the
passenger oxygen ON.
turbine engine is intermittent. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at
constant volume. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
high pressure ratio operating at low RPM. II. A compressor stall is most
likely to occur when the air fow stagnates in the front stages of the
compressor. I is correct, II is incorrect.
pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
incorrect? I. There is no need for a gust lock on irreversible fight controls.
II. Manual fight controls should have a gust lock. I is correct, II is correct.
One of the functions of an accumulator in a hydraulic system is: to damp
pressure surges in the system.
The moving part in an AC generator is usually referred to as the: rotor.
A pilot can determine the amount of oxygen in a bottle by observing its:
pressure.
A pressurized aeroplane is fying at FL 370 and experiences a rapid
decompression. Which of the following statements is correct about the
oxygen system? The oxygen masks are automatically presented to cabin
crew members and passengers
The principle of damage tolerance in structural design of an aircraft is
based on the: capability to withstand a certain amount of weakening of the
structure without catastrophic failure.
incorrect? I. A sandwich structural part consists of fbres and a resin. II. A
sandwich structural part is not suitable for absorbing concentrated loads. I
is incorrect, II is correct.
A pressurized aeroplane is operated at FL 300. It undergoes a rapid
decompression so that the pressure in the cabin goes quickly down to the
outside pressure value. What happens concerning the oxygen system? the
oxygen masks are automatically presented to cabin crew members and
passengers
A fight control surface actuator is said to be "irreversible" when: there is no
feedback to the pilot's controls of the aerodynamic forces acting on the control
surface.
In a typical bootstrap cooling system the supply air is: compressed, passed
through a secondary heat exchanger, and then across an expansion turbine.
An under-infated tyre will: experience increased wear at the shoulders.
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of inlet air mass fow to exhaust air mass
fow. II. Can be determined from the bypass air mass fow and the HP
compressor mass fow. I is incorrect, II is correct.
If a current is passed through a conductor which is positioned in a
magnetic feld: a force will be exerted on the conductor.
Tyre "creep" may be described as the: circumferential movement of the tyre
in relation to the wheel fange.
The electronic engine control of a FADEC gas turbine engine checks: all
input and output data.
The level in a hydraulic reservoir will: fuctuate with accumulator pressure.
The operating pressure of a booster pump in the fuel supply system of a
gas turbine aircraft is within the following range: 20 to 100 psi
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a catastrophic failure on the
aeroplane could be: hull loss.
The difuser in a centrifugal compressor is a device in which the: pressure
rises and velocity falls.
What is the correct sequence during the in-fight windmilling start of a
turbine engine? Rotation, ignition, fuel.
For internal cooling, reciprocating engines are especially dependent on:
the circulation of lubricating oil
The rotor blades of an axial compressor of a gas turbine engine are often
mounted on a disk or drum using a 'loose ft' because this: limits damage to
the blades due to vibration.
One function of a rib is: to maintain the aerodynamic shape of the wing.
Vibration sensors are used in a gas turbine engine to indicate: imbalance
of one or both of the spools.
On an airplane, the Krueger faps are: leading edge faps close to the wing
root
In a gas turbine engine the creep phenomenon is the most severe in the:
turbine rotors.
Parameters to monitor a hydraulic system in the cockpit can be: Pressure,
fuid temperature and quantity.
A current limiter fuse in a DC generation system is used to: allow a short
term overload before rupturing.
If the engine, with a fxed pitch propeller, is detonating during climb-out
after takeof, the normal corrective action would be to: reduce the throttle
The following problems may occur when starting a twin-spool turbofan
engine: no N1 rotation, although N2 may accelerate normally.
The type of fuel tank used to most large aeroplanes is a(n): Integral tank
During take-of, the angle of attack of the blades of a fxed pitch propeller,
optimized for cruise condition is: relatively high.
The demand valve of a diluter-demand type oxygen regulator in normal
mode operates when the: user breathes in.
The electronic engine control unit of a gas turbine engine FADEC uses
data from: 1. aircraft systems. 3. Its own engine sensors.
Which of these statements about trimming in an irreversible fight control
force position of the control column does not change when using the
elevator trim. II. The zero force position of the control wheel does not
change when using the aileron trim.
The static thrust of a turbo-jet, at the selection of full power: 1 - equals the
product of the exhaust gas mass fow and the exhaust gas velocity 3 - is
equivalent to zero mechanical power since the aeroplane is not moving
The ventilation system in a fuel tank: prevents low pressure or excessive
overpressure in the tank.
The capacity of a battery is the: amount of Ampere hours that a fully
charged battery can supply.
One advantage of having three instead of two spools in some high-bypass
turbofan engine is that: fewer variable stator vanes and variable inlet guide
vanes are required to prevent compressor stall at low rotor speeds.
One reason to ft a tip shroud to a turbine blade is to: increase turbine
efciency.
engine is continuous. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at constant
volume. I is incorrect, II is correct.
temperature than that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at a higher
temperature than that for Jet B. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The expression "primary fight control" applies to the: 1: elevator. 4: roll
spoiler.
When AC generators are operated in parallel, they must be of the same:
Voltage and phase.
What is the correct sequence during the start of a turbine engine on the
ground? Starter, rotation, ignition, fuel.
The reservoirs of a hydraulic system can be pressurized: by bleed air from
the engine.
The fuel-oil heat exchanger: cools the oil and heats the fuel.
On landing and prior to shut down, a gas turbine engine should be run at
"GROUND IDLE" for a short period. This allows: the core temperature to
diminish.
"Conditioned" air is air that has: been controlled in respect of temperature
and pressure.
The power output of a piston engine can be calculated by: Torque times
RPM.
In addition to providing 'customer' bleed for aeroplane systems, air may be
bled from compressors of a turbofan engine to increase stall margin: at low
rotor speed.
Compressor stall in a gas turbine engine: can be caused by an axial airfow
velocity that is low relative to the rotor speed.
Trimming of aileron and rudder in an irreversible fight control system: is
achieved by adjusting the "zero force point" of the feel system.
Cooling air for a reciprocating engine can be obtained by means of: ram air
Given: p0 = static ambient pressure
t0 = static ambient temperature
m = air mass fow
Vv = True Air Speed
Vj = jet efux (exhaust) velocity
pj = jet efux (exhaust) static pressure
tj = jet efux (exhaust) static temperature
A = exhaust cross-sectional area
The thrust T of a jet engine is: T = m (Vj -Vv) + A (pj - p0).
A piston engine may use a fuel of a diferent grade than the
recommended: provided that the grade is higher
Cabin pressurization is regulated by the: cabin outfow valve(s).
The safest method of priming a piston engine for starting is: Injection of fuel
in the cylinder intake ports.
Fuel fow information for gas turbine engines is: measured in the line
between the fuel control unit and the engine burners.
When a gas turbine engine is ftted with can-type combustion chambers: a
total of only two igniters are usually ftted since the chambers are inter-
connected.
The automatic ground spoiler extension system is normally activated
during landing by: main wheel spin up.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The static pressure decreases in
fow direction. II. The total temperature increases in fow direction. I is
The purpose of a diluter demand regulator in an oxygen system is to:
deliver oxygen fow when inhaling.
correct or incorrect? I. In a structural component with given dimensions
constructed of composite materials, the strength is the same in all
directions. II. Composite materials enable structures with lower
strength/weight ratio than metal structures. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
When a bimetallic strip is used as a switch in a fre detection loop, a fre
alarm is triggered after a delay. The purpose of this delay is to: avoid false
alarms in case of vibrations
incorrect? I. Cockpit windows never have an additional speed restriction,
related to bird impact, when window heating is inoperative. II. Cockpit side
windows are always provided with a de-icing system.
A twin spool gas turbine engine is one in which the: LP turbine drives the
LP compressor and the HP turbine drives the HP compressor.
Jet engine total efciency indicates the efciency at which: chemical power
in the fuel is transformed into propulsive power (T x V).
The thermal efciency of a gas turbine engine will increase with a:
decrease in ambient air temperature.
During the ram recovery process in a gas turbine engine subsonic intake,
the: fow velocity decreases.
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of inlet air mass fow to HP compressor
mass fow. II. Can be determined from the inlet air volume fow and the HP
compressor volume fow. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
An engine fre in a large transport aeroplane is indicated by a(n): visual
warning and an aural alert.
The gas generator speed decreases. II. The EGT remains constant. I is
A turbofan engine with an inlet air mass fow of 200 kg/s and a HP
The fan of a turbo-fan engine is driven by: the LP turbine.
In a large transport aeroplane the main temperature reduction of the
conditioned air is achieved in: The heat exchangers.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The dynamic pressure increases
in fow direction. II. The static temperature increases in fow direction. I is
Vapour locking is caused by: vaporizing of fuel prior to the engine.
A modern Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is designed to provide power for
ground starting of an engine. It also supplies both in the air (subject to
certifcation limitations) and on the ground: air conditioning and electrical
services.
An APU is ftted to large aircraft to enable them to be independent of
ground support equipment. It is a small gas turbine engine driving a free
turbine. The free turbine will drive, as a minimum, an electrical generator,
and an air compressor to supply air to the air conditioning packs, and as a
source of air for engine starting. The APU uses fuel from the aircraft main
fuel tanks, usually the inboard tank on the left wing.
The useful work area in an ideal Otto engine indicator diagram is enclosed
by the following gas state change lines: 2 adiabatic and 2 isochoric lines.
The greatest risk created by a free turbine overspeed is: bursting of the free
turbine disk.
Alternating current can be derived from direct current by: an inverter.
On a four stroke reciprocating engine, the ignition in one cylinder will
occur: Once every two crankshaft revolutions.
incorrect? I. The damage tolerance principle takes cracking of the
structure into account. II. The safe life principle is based on the
replacement of parts after a given number of cycles or fight hours. I is
The chemical oxygen generator supplies oxygen for about: 15 minutes.
In a gas turbine engine, the propelling jet is generated by: expansion of hot
gases resulting in a conversion of potential energy (pressure) into kinetic
energy (velocity).
The primary input signals for a hydro-mechanical gas turbine engine fuel
control system include: N2, compressor discharge pressure, compressor
inlet temperature, fuel shut-of, thrust lever angle.
After air has passed through the compressor of a gas turbine engine the:
temperature will be higher than the inlet temperature.
The most common material used in the construction of gearbox casings is:
Magnesium alloy.
Severe compressor stall can be observed amongst others by: a rise in
turbine gas temperature (TGT) and a change in vibration level.
A booster or LP compressor in a twin spool turbofan: rotates at the same
rotor speed as the fan.
pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
correct.
An air cycle machine (air conditioning pack): causes a pressure and
temperature drop in the bleed air.
If engine compressor air is bled of for engine anti-icing or a similar
system, the turbine temperature: will rise.
An engine pressure ratio (EPR) can be defned as the ratio of: jet pipe total
pressure to compressor inlet total pressure.
Filtration in a hydraulic system is usually ensured by: Filters in both the
pressure and return lines.
Once the engine has started, ignition systems of piston engines are:
independent of the electrical system of the aircraft.
An aeroplane equipped with fully powered fight controls (irreversible type):
requires the use of an artifcial feel system.
The reason for the trim switch on a control column to consist of two
separate switches is: To reduce the probability of a trim-runaway
A gas turbine engine turbine section may employ active clearance control:
to provide enhanced clearances between the blade tips and the casing.
One stage of an axial compressor comprises: a row of rotor blades followed
by a row of stator vanes.
The thermal efciency of a diesel engine is higher than that of petrol
engine because: the compression ratio is much higher.
Viscosity is: the tendency of a liquid or gas to resist fow.
The disadvantages of axial fow compressors compared to centrifugal fow
compressors are: 1 - more expensive to manufacture 3 - greater
vulnerability to foreign object damage
pressure remains constant across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is correct.
Smoke detector systems are installed in the: upper cargo compartments
(class E).
Connecting two 12 volt 40 ampere-hour capacity batteries in series will
result in a total voltage and capacity respectively of: 24 volts, 40 ampere-
hours.
Which of these statements regarding most gust lock systems is correct?
When the gust lock is ON there is protection to prevent take-of.
A static converter is powered by: direct current on input, alternating current
output
In jet aeroplanes the 'thermal anti-ice system' is primarily supplied by:
bleed air from the engines.
The camshaft of a piston engine rotates at: Half the speed of the crankshaft.
The viscosity of a hydraulic fuid should be: The lowest to minimize power
consumption and resistance to fow.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The dynamic pressure increases
in fow direction. II. The static temperature decreases in fow direction. I is
On an aeroplane using AC as primary power supply, the batteries are
charged in fight from: a Transformer Rectifer Unit.
The relationship between compression ratio of a piston engine and the
required fuel octane rating is that the: higher the compression ratio, the
higher the octane rating required.
Aircraft fuel tanks should be checked for water: before the frst fight of the
day.
The part of a piston engine that transforms reciprocating movement into
rotary motion is termed the: crankshaft
An accumulator in a hydraulic system will: store fuid under pressure.
The operating principle of foat-type carburettors is based on the:
diference in air pressure at the venturi throat and the air inlet
engine is intermittent. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at constant
volume. I is correct, II is correct.
An excessively rich mixture can be detected by: black smoke from exhaust.
The purpose of gas turbine engine trending is: to enhance maintenance
planning and detect anomalies.
The replenishment of an onboard oxygen bottle must be done: with the
engine(s) of.
A CSD unit which has been disconnected in fight: may be reset on the
ground only, after engine shut-down.
A gaseous fre loop system is tested by: heating up the sensor.
Assuming the initiating cause is removed, which of these statements about
resetting are correct or incorrect? I. A fuse is not resettable II. A circuit
breaker is resettable. I is correct, II is correct.
With regard to a twin spool turbofan, an abortive start (hung start) will
result in: N2 speed stabilizing at a lower than normal rpm and a subsequent
increase in EGT.
The gas generator speed decreases. II. The EGT remains constant. I is
In an air cycle machine (bootstrap system) the: Turbine drives the
compressor, which makes the second heat exchanger more efective.
A pressure relief valve in an oil system that does not seat correctly could
result in: low oil pressure.
The pressurising function of the pressurising and dump valve in a gas
turbine engine fuel system is: to admit fuel to the nozzles only if the fuel
pressure is high enough for sufcient atomisation.
Control surface futter can be avoided by: 1. a high torsional stifness of
the structure. 3. Locating a balancing mass in front of the control hinge.
Which of the following statements is UNTRUE? Engine bleed air is
considered to be high pressure
correct or incorrect? I. In a structural component with given dimensions
constructed of composite materials, the strength is the same in all
directions. II. Composite materials enable structures with higher
strength/weight ratio than metal structures. I is incorrect, II is correct.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a hazardous failure on the
occupants of an aeroplane excluding fight crew could be: serious or fatal
injury to a small number of passengers or cabin crew.
Generally, when the fre handle of the engine fre-extinguishing system on
an aeroplane is pulled, the efects are: 2. arming of the extinguishing
system. 4. Deactivation of the electric generators.
In some aircraft, there is a protection device to avoid the landing gear
being inadvertently retracted on the ground. It consists of: A latch located in
the landing gear lever.
Most large conventional aeroplanes are not provided with aileron and
rudder trim tabs. Is it still possible to trim these control surfaces? Yes,
trimming is possible by adjusting the neutral point of the artifcial feel
mechanism by means of a trim switch.
In a subsonic convergent duct the: velocity increases, pressure decreases
and temperature decreases
One of the purposes of compressor bleed valves is to: decrease the airfow
across the rear compressor stages, whilst that across the early stages is
increased.
A single acting actuator: is powered in one direction only by hydraulic power,
the return movement being under another force.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a catastrophic failure on the fight
crew could be: fatalities or incapacitation.
In an aeroplane ftted with a constant frequency AC power supply, DC
power is obtained from a: transformer rectifer unit (TRU).
Fuel tank air pressure is maintained at ambient by: The fuel vent system.
To maintain a constant mixture at low and high power settings in a piston
engine, a carburettor is ftted with: a difuser (compensating jet).
If an engine detonates during climb-out, the normal corrective action would
be to: retard the throttle.
Regarding a jet engine: I. The maximum thrust increases slightly as the
pressure altitude increases. II. The specifc fuel consumption decreases
slightly as the pressure altitude increases at constant TAS. I is incorrect, II
is correct.
With which instrument(s) do you monitor the power output of an aeroplane
ftted with a fxed pitch propeller? RPM indicator.
The function of a constant speed drive (CSD) in an AC generating system
is to: Drive the generator at a constant speed.
A "trip-free" type circuit breaker is a circuit protection device which: will not
allow the contacts to be held closed while a current fault exists in the circuit.
The function of the Generator Breaker is to close when the voltage of the:
generator is greater than battery voltage and to open when the opposite is
true
The expression "primary fight control" applies to the: 2: rudder 4: aileron
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of bypass air mass fow to HP compressor
mass fow. II. Can be determined from the inlet air volume fow and the HP
compressor volume fow. I is correct, II is incorrect.
correct or incorrect? I. For a structural component with given dimensions
composite materials enable a structural component's strength to be
tailored to the direction of the load. II. Composite materials enable
structures with higher strength/weight ratio than metal structures. I is
The primary reason for venting an engine oil tank is to: prevent excessive
pressure in the tank.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The static pressure increases in
fow direction. II. The total temperature increases in fow direction. I is
incorrect? I. In structural design, fail safe implies parallel structural parts.
II. In structural design, safe life implies the structure will never fail during a
declared time period or number of cycles. I is correct, II is incorrect.
An abortive (hung) start is the term used to describe an attempt to start in
which the engine: Lights up, but fails to accelerate sufciently.
The wing of an aircraft in fight, powered by engines located under the
wing, is subjected to a bending moment due to thrust and drag. The
loading on the front spar of the torsion box from the wing root to the wing
tip is: compression, and then tension.
Compressor stall is due to: an excessively high angle of attack of the rotor
blades.
The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) provides emergency hydraulic power for: fight
controls in the event of loss of engine driven hydraulic power.
Should a hydraulic pump seize during operation: The quill drive will shear to
ofoad and protect the gearbox.
A 3 phase AC generator has 3 separate stator windings spaced at: 120.
Internal leakage in a hydraulic system will cause: an increased fuid
temperature.
Spark timing is related to engine speed in the way that the: faster the
engine functions, the more the spark is advanced
An aircraft magneto is switched of by: 1. grounding the primary circuit. 4.
Grounding the secondary circuit.
A mixture setting richer than best power has to be used during climb
segments. This result in a: lower cylinder head temperature.
The lubricating system of an air cooled piston engine is used to: reduce
internal friction and provide cooling.
A turbocharger system in a reciprocating engine is normally driven by: the
exhaust system.
Which of these statements is correct regarding piston engine induction
system icing? Ice accretion afects both fuel systems and engines equipped
with carburettors.
The reasons for disconnecting a constant speed drive (CSD) of an AC
generator in fight are: 1 - low oil pressure in the CSD. 3 - High oil
temperature in the CSD.
Because of the input/output relationship of an AND gate, it is often referred
to as the: "all or nothing" gate.
The reason for having a low pressure fuel-cooled oil cooler in a
recirculatory type oil system is to: cool the oil and heat the fuel.
In a gas turbine engine, compressor blades, which are not rigidly fxed in
position when the engine is stationary, take up a rigid position when the
engine is running due to: the resultant of aerodynamic and centrifugal forces.
Which statement is correct concerning the efect of the application of
carburettor heat? The density of the air entering the carburettor is reduced,
thus enriching the fuel/air mixture.
The main purpose of a turbocharger is to: maintain power with increasing
altitude.
The reading on the oil pressure gauge is the: pressure of the oil on the
outlet side of the pressure pump.
To ensure correct load sharing between AC generators operating in
parallel: both real and reactive loads must be matched.
Shimmy occurs on the nose wheel landing gear during taxiing when: 1. the
wheels tend to describe a sinusoidal motion on the ground 2. The wheels
no longer respond to the pilot's actions. This efect is overcome by means
of: 3. the torque link. 4. An accumulator associated with the steering
cylinder. The combination of correct statements is: 1, 4.
The power of a piston engine, which will be measured by a friction brake,
is: brake horse power.
The function of the drain valve in a gas turbine combustion chamber is to:
remove unburned fuel from the combustion chamber.
Creep of turbine blades is caused by: high blade temperature whilst under
centrifugal loading.
The axial compressor of a gas turbine engine usually has more stages
than its driving turbine because: the power output of a turbine stage is
higher than the power consumption of a compressor stage.
To reverse the direction of rotation of a shunt-type (parallel feld) DC
electric motor, it is necessary to: reverse the polarity of either the stator or
the rotor.
The FADEC of a gas turbine engine normally includes: an engine
overspeed and/or an EGT protection function.
In a compressor stage, if the axial air velocity increases more than the
rotor blade velocity the: stall margin increases.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The static pressure increases in
fow direction. II. The total temperature remains constant in fow direction. I
is correct, II is correct.
The primary function of the difuser, located between the compressor and
the combustion chamber, of a gas turbine engine is to: decrease the fow
velocity.
Bleeding air from the HP compressor of a turbofan, whilst maintaining
thrust, increases: EGT and fuel fow.
For an aeroplane hydraulic supply circuit, the correct statement is: the
security components comprise the flters, the pressure relief valves, the by-
passes, and the fre shut-of valve.
Smoke detectors ftted on transport aircraft are of the following type: optical
or ionization
A turbofan engine with a bypass mass fow of 250 kg/s and a HP
A fight control surface actuator is said to be "reversible" when: there is
feedback to the pilots controls of the aerodynamic forces acting on the control
surface.
For a piston engine, the chemically correct fuel/air ratio is: 1:15
According JAR/CS 25 the allowable quantitative average failure probability
per fight hour for a hazardous failure should be on the order of (^ means
to the power of): between 10^ -7 and 10^ -9. (extremely remote)
The wing ice protection system currently used for most large jet transport
aeroplanes is a (n): hot air system.
The function of a constant speed drive (CSD) is to ensure: that the
generator produces a constant frequency.
A pressure regulator is used in a hydraulic system: In conjunction with a
constant delivery type pump.
The expression "secondary fight control" applies to the: 1: elevator 2:
speed brake 3: lift-augmentation devices 4: roll spoiler The combination
that regroups all of the correct statements is: 2, 3.
pressure altitude decreases. II. The specifc fuel consumption decreases
slightly as the pressure altitude decreases at constant TAS. I is incorrect, II
is incorrect.
A substance which may never be used in the vicinity or on parts of an
oxygen installation is: Grease
The heat for the anti-icing system of a turbofan engine intake is provided
by: bleed air from the HP compressor.
Static gas temperature decrease when fowing at a subsonic speed
through a jet engine exhaust nozzle because the: exhaust nozzle is
convergent.
Circuit breakers protecting circuits may be: used in AC and DC circuits.
In a jet engine the propelling nozzle: must be designed to obtain the correct
balance of pressure and velocity to prevent fow separation.
The main reason for opening the cowl faps is to control the: C.H.T.
(cylinder head temperature)
One of the advantages of a turbocharger is: to make the power available
less afected by altitude.
The cross-feed fuel system enables: the supply of any jet engine from any
fuel tank.
The main purpose of the mixture control is to: adjust the fuel fow to obtain
the correct fuel/air ratio.
Windshield heating of a transport aeroplane is: essential to improve the
strength of the cockpit windows.
The thermal efciency of a piston engine is about: 30%
A capacitor in parallel with breaker points: induces a very high voltage
across the secondary windings.
In a theoretical gas turbine cycle, combustion takes place at constant:
pressure.
turbine engine is continuous. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at
constant pressure. I is correct, II is correct.
correct or incorrect? I. The main function of the core material is sound
insulation. II. A sandwich structural part is well suited for absorbing
concentrated loads. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
incorrect? I. A sandwich structural part consists of two thin sheets
enclosing a light core material. II. A sandwich structural part is suitable for
absorbing concentrated loads. I is correct, II is incorrect.
The cylinder head and oil temperature gauges are to exceed the normal
operating ranges if a pilot:uses fuel that has a rating lower-than-specifed for
the engine
Immediately after starting engine(s) with no other electrical services
switched on, an ammeter showing a high charge rate to the battery: would
be normal and is only cause for concern if the high charge rate persists.
Which statements about halon gas are correct/incorrect? 1 - Halon gas
suppresses the chemical reaction of fre. 2 - Halon gas is more efective
than any other type of fre extinguisher. 1- correct 2- correct
Assuming the jet pipe is not choked, the equation to calculate jet engine
thrust T (with mass fow m, airspeed Vv and jet velocity Vj ) is: T = m(Vj -
Vv)
rudder pedal defection as the IAS decreases. II. A variable stop system
limits both rudder and rudder pedal defection as the IAS increases. I is
If a twin spool gas turbine engine is controlled by a conventional N2
control system, rupture of the LP shaft may result in: overspeed of the LP
turbine.
The use of igniters in a gas turbine engine is required: 1. throughout the
operating range of the engine 2. During engine acceleration 3. for in-fight
relights The combination that regroups all of the correct statements is: 3
On most high by-pass ratio (fan) engine, reverse thrust is achieved by
reversing: only the direction of the fan airfow.
Under normal fight conditions, cabin pressure is controlled by: regulating
the discharge of air through the outfow valve(s).
The function of a vibrator in some gas turbine ignition systems is to
provide: A DC current to the transformer to facilitate the generation of a
higher voltage to the ignition
engine with a fxed pitch propeller: The mixture becomes richer.
A hydraulic low pressure alert is the frst indication of: the pump output
pressure being insufcient.
For a JAR25 aeroplane, spoilers are: upper wing surface devices, their
defection can be symmetrical or asymmetrical.
A FADEC on a gas turbine engine: is single fault tolerant.
The function of the primer pump in a reciprocating engine is to: provide
additional fuel for an engine start.
The purpose of a chip detector in the oil system of an engine/gearbox is to
indicate that: there are metal particles in the oil.
Assume an initial condition at a high cruise altitude with a constant speed
propeller. What will happen if the altitude is decreased while the throttle
remains fully open and the waste gate is seized in the cruise position: The
manifold absolute pressure (MAP) value may exceed the maximum allowed
value.
The efect of ram air on the operation of a gas turbine engine is: an
increase in the efciency of the engine.
On an aircraft provided with resistance and capacitance variation type fre
detection loops, a fre alarm is initiated by a temperature increase
detected: at any isolated point of the loops or else generally on all the loops
incorrect? I. A gust lock can be used in fight to reduce the efects of
turbulence. II. There is no need for a gust lock on reversible fight controls.
I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
The crank assembly of a piston engine comprises the: crankshaft,
connecting rods and pistons.
Which one of the following factors would be most likely to increase the
possibility of detonation occurring within a piston engine? High cylinder
head temperature.
The main function of an air cycle machine is to: cool the bleed air.
"Nose wheel shimmy" may be described as: a possibly damaging vibration
of the nose wheel when moving on the ground.
A fail safe airframe construction design is: a type of construction in which
the load is carried by other components if a part of the structure fails.
Regarding a thermal wing anti-icing system, the correct statement is:
Aerodynamic performances of the wings are maintained and there is a
reduction of maximum engine thrust.
VLE is the maximum: fight speed with landing gear down
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a minor failure on the occupants
of an aeroplane excluding fight crew could be: physical discomfort.
The principle of fail safe design of an aircraft is based on the: redundancy
of the structure or equipment.
A scissor link is a component found on landing gears. Its function is to:
prevent any rotation of the oleo strut in the undercarriage shock absorber.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a minor failure on the aeroplane
could be: slight reduction in functional capabilities or safety margins.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a major failure on the occupants
of an aeroplane excluding fight crew could be: physical distress, possibly
including injuries.
According JAR/CS 25 the worst efect of a catastrophic failure on the
occupants of an aeroplane excluding fight crew could be: multiple fatalities.
According JAR/CS 25 the allowable average failure probability per fight
hour for a minor failure should be on the order of (^ means to the power
of): between 10^ -3 and 10^ -5. (probable)
The vapour lock is: A stoppage in a fuel feeding line caused by a fuel vapour
bubble.
According JAR/CS 25 the allowable quantitative average failure probability
per fight hour for a catastrophic failure should be on the order of (^ means
to the power of): less than 10^ -9. (extremely improbable)
Flutter results from two deformation modes which are: torsion and bending
According JAR/CS 25 the allowable average failure probability per fight
hour probability for a major failure should be on the order of (^ means to
the power of): between 10^ -5 and 10^ -7. (remote)
The working principle of the anti-skid system is: Reduction of the brake
pressure at the slower turning wheels.
incorrect? I. The damage tolerance principle assumes cracks in the
structure will never occur. II. The safe life principle is based on the
replacement of parts after a given number of cycles or time period. I is
A safe life aircraft structural component: may be used during a declared
number of cycles or fight hours.
An electrically heated windscreen is manufactured from: A glass and
polycarbonate laminate.
incorrect? I. A sandwich structural part consists of two thin sheets
enclosing a light core material. II. A sandwich structural part is not suitable
for absorbing concentrated loads. I is correct, II is correct.
What are the three elements of the fuselage structure of a large transport
aeroplane? Skin, frames, stringers.
When a wing bends upwards, aileron futter might occur if the aileron
defects: downwards, because the location of the aileron centre of gravity lies
behind the hinge line.
VLO is the maximum: speed at which the landing gear can be operated with
full safety.
Which of these statements about the wing structure is correct? A torsion
box is formed by wing spars, ribs and wing skin reinforced by stringers.
The fuselage structure of a pressurized transport aeroplane is an example
of a: semi-monocoque structure.
The highest load on the torsion link in a bogie gear is: whilst turning on the
ground with a small radius.
A structure in which the skin takes the entire load is: a monocoque
structure.
Hydraulic fuid, entering the hydraulic pump, is slightly pressurized to:
prevent cavitation in the pump.
Hydraulic fuids should have the following characteristics: 1. thermal
stability 2. Anti-corrosive 3. High fash-point 4. High compressibility 5. high
volatility The combination that regroups all of the correct statements is:
1,2,3
When powering up a hydraulic system, the level in the reservoir will:
decrease slightly.
A hydraulic shuttle valve: enables an alternate supply to operate an actuator.
Regarding the oxygen system of a JAR 25 aeroplane: with the setting on
"NORMAL", the crew breathes a mixture of oxygen and cabin air.
On a 13653 a fre detection system includes: a warning light for each engine
and a single alarm bell common to all engines
An oxygen supply system must be kept absolutely free of oil or grease as:
these substances catch fre spontaneously in the presence of oxygen.
During hydroplaning, the friction coefcient between tyre and runway
surface is approximately: 0
The reason for ftting thermal plugs to aeroplane wheels is that they:
release air from the tyre in the event of overheating.
To avoid the risk of tyre burst from overheating there is: a thermal plug that
defates the tyre at a specifc temperature.
Emergency extension of landing gear systems can be performed: 2. with
compressed nitrogen. 4. by mechanical/manual means. 5. by freefall.
On large aeroplanes equipped with power brakes, the main source of
power is derived from: the aeroplane's hydraulic system.
The function of an accumulator in a hydraulic brake system is: to supply a
limited amount of brake energy in the event of failure of the hydraulic system
normally supplying the brakes.
An aeroplane equipped with reversible fight controls: does not require an
artifcial feel system.
force position of the control column changes when using the elevator trim.
II. The zero force position of the control wheel does not change when
using the aileron trim. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
Rotor brake discs are manufactured from: Steel or carbon fbre.
Which of the following statements is UNTRUE? The disadvantages of
manual fying control systems include: Manual fying control systems are
complex
incorrect? I. Irreversible fight controls should have a gust lock. II. Manual
fight controls should have a gust lock. I is incorrect, II is correct.
A rudder ratio changer system limits both rudder and rudder pedal
defection as the IAS increases. II. A variable stop system reduces the
rudder defection for a given rudder pedal defection as the IAS increases.
The expression "secondary fight control" applies to the: 1: stabilizer 2:
rudder 3: speed brake 4: aileron The combination that regroups all of the
correct statements is: 1, 3.
The systems used for emergency extension of landing systems may
comprise: 1. Compressed C0. 2. Compressed nitrogen. 3. Compressed
oxygen. 4. Auxiliary hydraulic system. 5. Freefall. The combination
containing all of the correct statements is: 2, 4, 5.
Given an aeroplane with irreversible primary fight controls, how is control
maintained if one hydraulic system is lost due to a hydraulic leak? The
remaining systems will take over control.
The term "Bootstrap", when used to identify a cabin air conditioning and
pressurization system, refers to the: cold air unit (air cycle machine)
arrangement.
In a turbo compressor air conditioning system (bootstrap system) the
supply of air behind the primary heat exchanger is: compressed, passed
through a heat exchanger, and then across an expansion turbine.
Cabin air for large aeroplanes is usually taken from: the high pressure
compressor and from the low pressure compressor if necessary.
Assuming cabin pressure decreases, the cabin rate of climb indicator
should indicate: a rate of climb.
Assume that during cruise fight with air-conditioning packs ON, the
outfow valve(s) would close. The result would be that: the pressure
diferential would go to the maximum value
The ice protection for propellers of modern turboprop aeroplanes works:
electrically.
The wing ice protection system currently used for most large turboprop
transport aeroplanes is a (n): pneumatic system with infatable boots.
During fight, the wing anti-ice system has to protect: a part of the whole
leading edge.
Fire precautions to be observed before refueling are: All bonding and
connections to the earth terminal between ground equipment and the aircraft
should be made before fller caps are removed.
The correct order of decreasing freezing points of the three mentioned
fuels is: Jet A, Jet A-1, Jet B
temperature than that for Jet B. II. The fash point for Jet A is at about the
same temperature as that for Jet B. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
The function of a feed box in the fuel tank is to: increase the fuel level at the
boost pump location
The measured output power components of a constant frequency AC
system are: kVA and kVAR. (Kilovolt Amperes), (Kilovolt Amperes Reactive).
A CSD unit is normally provided with means of monitoring during fight the:
oil temperature and pressure.
Assuming a CSD fault is indicated, the CSD should be disconnected:
provided the engine is running.
Because of the input/output relationship of an OR gate, it is often referred
to as the: "any or all" gate.
The conditions to be met to activate a shunt generator are: 1. presence of
a permanent feld 2. Closed electrical circuit 3. Generator terminals short-
circuited 4. minimum rotation speed The combination of correct
statements is: 1, 4
The purpose of bonding the metallic parts of an aircraft is to: provide safe
distribution of electrical charges and currents.
A "Zener" diode is used for: voltage stabilization.
If two constant frequency AC generators are operating independently, then
the phase relation between both generators: is unimportant.
Direct current generators are connected: in parallel to provide maximum
power.
A unit that converts electrical DC into AC is: an inverter.
A test to assess the state of charge of a lead-acid battery would involve:
comparing the "on-load" and "of-load" battery voltages.
Because of the connection in parallel of electrical equipments on an AC
bus bar, isolation of individual equipments: decreases the bus bar current
consumption.
A constant speed drive (CSD) that has been disconnected in fight: can be
reset only on the ground after engine shut-down.
On-board electrical systems are protected against faults of the following
type: 1. AC generator over-voltage 2. AC generator under-voltage 3. Over-
current 4. Over-speed 5. Under-frequency 6. Undue vibration of AC
generators.
"Frequency wild" in relation to an AC generation system means the
generator: output frequency varies with engine speed.
The function of a CSD in an AC generating system is to: drive the generator
at a constant speed.
When an "open circuit" occurs in an electrical supply system, the: loss of
continuity will prevent its working components from functioning.
An AC generator driven by a CSD unit: requires a voltage controller to
maintain constant voltage under load.
AC generators operated in parallel must have the same: voltage and
phase.
The frequency of an AC generator is dependent on the: number of pairs of
poles and the speed of the moving part.
The purpose of a voltage regulator is to control the output voltage of the:
generator at varying loads and speeds.
Regarding (1) a fuse and (2) a circuit breaker: (1) is not resettable, (2) is
resettable.
To maintain a constant mixture at low and high power settings in a piston
engine, a carburettor is ftted with: a difuser (compensating jet).
With an aircraft ftted with a fxed pitch propeller, during fight at normal
cruising speed, one magneto fails completely. This will frst cause: loss of
approximately 100 rpm.
Prolonged running at low rpm can have an adverse efect on the
functioning of the: spark plugs.
The frst indication of carburettor icing, in aeroplanes equipped with
constant speed propellers, during cruise would most likely be a: decrease
in manifold pressure.
Concerning a constant speed propeller of a twin engine aeroplane
controlled by a single-acting pitch control unit: oil pressure turns the
propeller blades towards smaller pitch angle.
During the compression stroke of a piston engine during the practical
cycle, valves are open as follows: The intake valve is open in the frst part of
the stroke, and then both valves are closed.
The purpose of a distributor in an ignition system is to distribute: secondary
current to the sparking plugs.
The power of a piston engine decreases during a climb with a constant
power lever setting because of the decreasing: air density.
If, when the magneto selector switch is set to the OFF position, a piston
engine continues to run normally, the most probable cause is that: On a
magneto, the grounding wire is broken.
An EGT (Exhaust Gas Temperature) indicator for a piston engine is used
to: assist the pilot to set the correct mixture.
When starting the engine, or when the engine is running at idle rpm on the
ground, the mixture is: rich, to make starting possible and to cool the engine
sufciently when idling.
Excessive priming of a piston engine should be avoided because: 2. the
risk of engine fre. 3. The risk of fooding the engine. 4. It fouls the spark
plugs.
Spark plug fouling is more likely to happen if: the aircraft descends
continuously at idle power.
Diesel engines always produce a certain amount of soot, because: the fuel
droplets coming from the atomiser do not burn completely.
In addition to the fre hazard introduced, excessive priming should be
avoided because: it washes the lubricant of cylinder walls
An impulse coupling is installed on a magneto of a piston engine to:
provide a stronger spark on top dead centre for engine starting.
Apart from fight into known icing conditions, the intake system of a diesel
engine: is never heated because a diesel engine is a injection engine.
The relationship between compression ratio of a piston engine and the
required fuel octane rating is that the: higher the compression ratio, the
higher the octane rating required.
The compression ratio of a piston engine is the ratio of the: volume of the
cylinder with the piston at bottom dead centre to that with the piston at top
dead centre.
An intercooler is sometimes ftted between supercharger and inlet manifold
to: Minimize the risk of detonation.
The main function of a carburettor in a piston engine is to: Supply a correct
fuel-air mixture at all speeds.
Given the following statements about diesel engines: 2 there is no mixture
control. 3 the amount of power is determined by the fuel fow only. 4
thermal efciency is higher than that for a petrol engine.
Dual ignition provides a factor of reliability and: improves combustion
efciency.
Diesel engines, compared to petrol engines have: a higher compression
ratio.
If the ground wire between the magnetos and the ignition switch becomes
disconnected the most noticeable result will be that: the engine cannot be
shut down by turning the ignition switch to the "OFF" position.
From the cruise, with all the parameters correctly set, if the altitude is
reduced, to maintain the same mixture the fuel fow should: increase
engine with a fxed pitch propeller: The RPM decreases.
In an engine equipped with a foat-type carburettor, the low temperature
that causes carburettor ice is normally the result of: vaporization of fuel and
expansion of the air in the carburettor
The conditions which can cause detonation are: High manifold pressure
and low revolutions per minute.
The purpose of the venturi in a carburettor is to: create the suction
necessary to cause fuel to fow through the carburettor main jets.
The octane rating of a fuel characterises the: resistance to detonation.
The mixture control for a carburettor achieves its control by: varying the fuel
supply to the main discharge tube.
When detonation is recognized in a piston engine, the correct procedure is
to: reduce manifold pressure and fully enrich the mixture.
The power output of a piston engine without supercharging increases with
increasing altitude in standard atmosphere at constant Manifold Air
Pressure (MAP) and RPM because of the: increase of the air density behind
the throttle valve.
In which sections of the carburettor would icing most likely occur? Venturi
and the throttle valve.
"Vapour lock" is the phenomenon by which: heat produces vapour bubbles
in the fuel line.
The operating principle of magnetos in a piston engine ignition system
consists of: breaking the primary circuit in order to induce a low amperage,
high voltage current, which is distributed to the spark plugs.
The purpose of the "Pressure Relief Valve" in a high pressure oxygen
system is to: relieve overpressure if the pressure reducing valve malfunctions
A passenger oxygen mask is: a continuous fow mask and in principle
should not be used if there is smoke in the cabin.
The disadvantages of a chemical oxygen source compared with a gaseous
one for the passenger cabin are: 1. a fow which cannot be modulated. 2.
Less capacity.
The disadvantages of a chemical oxygen source for the passenger cabin
are: 1. a fow which cannot be modulated, 3. non reversible functioning,
and 5.poor autonomy.
Which of these statements about chemical oxygen generators are correct
or incorrect? I. Chemical oxygen generators are used to supply the cockpit
oxygen system. II. The oxygen supply of chemical oxygen generators,
once activated, can be switched of. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
In what state is the breathing oxygen for the cockpit of jet transport
aeroplanes stored: Gaseous.
The passenger oxygen mask will supply: a mixture of cabin air and oxygen.
or incorrect? I. Chemical oxygen generators are often used to supply
passenger oxygen. II. The oxygen supply of chemical oxygen generators,
once activated, cannot be switched of. I is correct, II is correct.
or incorrect? I. Chemical oxygen generators are used to supply the cockpit
oxygen system. II. The oxygen supply of chemical oxygen generators,
once activated, cannot be switched of. I is incorrect, II is correct.
The opening of the doors giving access to the oxygen masks for the
passengers is: 1. pneumatic for the gaseous oxygen system, 2. electrical
for the chemical oxygen system,
When selected to normal, the oxygen/air ratio of the mixture supplied by
the cockpit oxygen system regulator: increases when the altitude increases.
Fixed oxygen systems in pressurized aeroplanes are used to provide
oxygen: 1. in the event of depressurization. 4. in the event of smoke or
toxic fumes in the cockpit.
A smoke mask is a: mask with fow on request and covers the whole face.
Crew oxygen masks cover the nose and mouth only. A smoke mask
covers the whole face and has fow on demand. A smoke hood covers the
whole head and has continuous fow.
The HP spool speed remains constant. II. The EGT increases. I is
The bypass ratio: I. is the ratio of the volume of air passing through the
inlet to that through the HP compressor. II. Can be determined from the
inlet air mass fow and the bypass mass fow. I is incorrect, II is correct.
Most high-bypass (unmixed) turbofan engines are equipped with a cold
exhaust reverser (fan reverser) only in order to: save costs and mass at the
expense of a reduction in available reverse thrust.
A turbofan engine with an inlet air mass fow of 1000 kg/s and a bypass
mass fow of 889 kg/s has a bypass ratio of: 8.01
The main feature of BCF fre extinguishers are that they: act as fame
inhibitors by absorbing the air's oxygen.
The Throttle Lever Angle (TLA) information of a FADEC controlled gas
turbine engine is provided: to the electronic engine control unit by a direct
electrical wiring connection.
vanes. II. The pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
incorrect.
A difuser in a gas turbine engine is a device in which the: pressure rises
and velocity falls.
The FADEC of a gas turbine engine consists of: an electronic engine
control unit and its peripherals (fuel metering, actuators, electrical wiring,
sensors).
A gas turbine engine turbine section may employ active clearance control:
to provide enhanced clearances between the blade tips and the casing.
One of the advantages of an annular combustion chamber is: a reduced
thermal stress on the turbine.
The gas generator speed increases.II. The EGT decreases. I is correct , II
is incorrect
The most unfavorable conditions for adequate inlet air fow of a turbofan
engine are: maximum take-of thrust, zero forward speed and strong
crosswind conditions.
In a single spool gas turbine engine, the compressor rpm is: the same as
turbine rpm.
When a turbo-prop aeroplane decelerates during the initial part of the
landing roll, a constant speed propeller within the beta range: produces
negative thrust.
The gas generator speed decreases. II. The EGT increases.
The gas generator speed increases. II. The EGT decreases. I is correct, II
is incorrect.
Which of the following statements regarding variable inlet guide vanes
(VIGVs) and variable stator vanes (VSVs) on a high-bypass engines is
correct? VIGVs are located at the front of the HP compressor and, together
with the VSVs, control compressor airfow.
A twin-spool engine with an inlet air mass fow of 220 kg/s and a HP
An abortive (hung) start is the term used to describe an attempt to start in
which the engine: An abortive (hung) start is the term used to describe an
attempt to start in which the engine:
The oil system of a gas turbine engine may be ftted with magnetic plugs,
or chip detectors, that: provide warning of impending failure without having to
remove the flters for inspection.
pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
The blades in an axial fow compressor decrease in size from the: low
pressure to the high pressure stages in an attempt to sustain axial velocity.
One of the purposes of the bleed valves ftted to axial fow compressors is
to: reduce the tendency to compressor stall.
The HP spool speed increases. II. The EGT increases. I is correct, II is
correct.
For a turbine engine, the term self-sustaining speed relates to the lowest
rpm range at which the engine: will continue to run without any further
starter assistance.
pressure rises across the rotor blades. I is correct, II is incorrect.
Which statement is correct about the fow in a divergent jet engine inlet? I.
The speed increases in fow direction. II. The total pressure increases in
fow direction. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
On a multi-engined aircraft a fre detection system includes: a warning light
for each engine and a single alarm bell common to all engines
In a multi-spool turbofan engine, the fan is driven by: the rearmost turbine.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The speed remains constant in
fow direction. II. The total pressure remains constant in fow direction. I is
turbine engine is intermittent. II. Theoretically the combustion occurs at
constant pressure. I is incorrect, II is correct.
A turbofan engine with a bypass air mass fow of 200 kg/s and a HP
Exhaust gas temperature sensing is usually taken: between the gas
generator turbine and the free power turbine.
In very cold weather, a slightly higher than normal engine oil pressure
during startup: is acceptable, if it decreases after startup.
In which part of a gas turbine engine are high temperature requirements
most critical for the materials used? The combustion chamber and front part
of the HP turbine.
Labyrinth seals in the lubrication system of a gas turbine engine are
designed to provide a seal that is: not completely tight, allowing some
movement between rotating and static parts.
The thrust reversers of jet engines may use clamshell doors in order to:
change the direction of the exhaust gas stream.
Low bypass engines (and pure turbojets) use clamshell doors to redirect
the exhaust gas fow in order to generate reverse thrust. High bypass
engines use cold stream reversal.
Increasing the frequency of variations in thrust setting during normal
operation is detrimental to the life of HP turbine blades because: low cycle
fatigue damage is more severe.
mass fow of 250 kg/s has a bypass ratio of: 5
propeller and free power turbine, when the power setting is decreased? I.
The HP spool speed decreases. II. The EGT decreases. I is correct, II is
correct.
For a turbine engine, the self-sustaining speed relates to the minimum
RPM at which the engine: will continue to operate without any starter motor
assistance.
An aircraft fying in conditions of continuous heavy rain and high ambient
temperatures may require the precautionary use of: engine igniters.
The compressor blades in a rotating gas turbine engine are held in
position by: the mountings and the resultant of aerodynamic and centrifugal
forces.
The function of the swirl vanes round the fuel nozzles is to: 2. reduce the
average axial fow speed in order to stabilize the fame front. 3. Generate a
swirl of incoming air to enhance mixing of the fuel with air.
high pressure ratio operating at high RPM. II. A compressor stall is most
likely to occur when the air fow stagnates in the front stages of the
compressor. I is incorrect, II is incorrect.
mass fow of 200 kg/s has a bypass ratio of: 10
An axial compressor, when operating below its design speed, has: a
tendency to stall in the front stages.
Severe compressor stall can be indicated amongst others by: a rise in
turbine gas temperature (TGT) and a change in vibration level.
In an ignition system during a normal start of a gas turbine engine, igniter
activation: should commence prior to fuel entering the combustion chamber.
The primary reason for a limitation being imposed on the temperature of
gas fow in a gas turbine is to: ensure that the maximum acceptable
temperature at the turbine blades is not exceeded.
Increasing the power setting of a gas turbine engine with a constant speed
propeller and free power turbine causes: both HP spool speed and EGT to
increase.
(subsonic) gas turbine engine intake? I. The dynamic pressure decreases
in fow direction. II. The static temperature decreases in fow direction. I is
One of the advantages of annular combustion chamber over a multiple
can is that: the thermal load distribution on the HP turbine is more favorable.
The take of of a jet aeroplane may be performed with "reduced thrust" in
order to: reduce maintenance costs.
The bimetal strip detectors of an engine fre detection system: 1 - are
arranged in series. 2 - Are arranged in parallel. 3 - Open during a fre. 4 -
Close during a fre. The combination containing all of the correct
statements is: 2 and 4 only.
vanes. II. The pressure drops across the rotor blades. I is incorrect, II is
correct.
One of the causes of high oil temperature in a gas turbine engine at
constant power setting is: malfunction of the heat exchanger.
One of the functions of a gas turbine engine subsonic intake is to:
decrease airfow velocity.
The turbine in a gas turbine engine generates shaft power using:
expansion of hot gas followed by conversion of kinetic energy (velocity) into
(mechanical) work.
The selection of bleed air to "ON" will cause: a decrease in power and an
increase in exhaust temperature.

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