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This document contains 25 multiple choice questions and explanations about ice and rain protection systems on aircraft. The questions cover topics like ice detector testing methods, windshield heating functions, anti-ice fluid application conditions, advantages of leading edge de-icing, windshield wiper power sources, de-icing boot installation, ice detector operation, causes of ice formation, windscreen wiper testing locations, autotransformer purposes, rain repellent application, pneumatic rain removal systems, ice types, pitot head heater testing, and more. The correct answers and explanations are provided for maintenance personnel to test their knowledge.

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EASA Ice Protection

This document contains 25 multiple choice questions and explanations about ice and rain protection systems on aircraft. The questions cover topics like ice detector testing methods, windshield heating functions, anti-ice fluid application conditions, advantages of leading edge de-icing, windshield wiper power sources, de-icing boot installation, ice detector operation, causes of ice formation, windscreen wiper testing locations, autotransformer purposes, rain repellent application, pneumatic rain removal systems, ice types, pitot head heater testing, and more. The correct answers and explanations are provided for maintenance personnel to test their knowledge.

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11.12.

Ice and Rain Protection (ATA 30) (25)

Question Number. 1. How is a serrated rod ice detector bench tested?.


Option A. Screwdriver torque test.
Option B. By a motor load test.
Option C. Motor test and go/no-go gap measurement.
Correct Answer is. Screwdriver torque test.
Explanation. Retard rotation [of the detector] with slight thumb pressure using a torque screwdriver.'
Ref: CAIPs AL/11-6.

Question Number. 2. Windshield heating provides.


Option A. thermal expansion for a tighter fit.
Option B. impact resistance enhancement.
Option C. increases strength to resist cabin pressure.
Correct Answer is. impact resistance enhancement.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician Airframe Textbook Page 13-6 (last paragraph).

Question Number. 3. At what pressure and temperature is anti ice fluid applied?.
Option A. 7°F at 100 PSI.
Option B. 70°C at 100 PSI.
Option C. 70°F at 10 PSI.
Correct Answer is. 70°C at 100 PSI.
Explanation. CAIPs AL/11-3 5.2.2.

Question Number. 4. The advantage of leading edge fluid de-icing is.


Option A. less of a fire hazard.
Option B. aerodynamic shape is not disturbed.
Option C. more efficient.
Correct Answer is. aerodynamic shape is not disturbed.
Explanation. The advantage of leading edge fluid de-icing is aerodynamic shape is not disturbed.

Question Number. 5. On large transport aircraft, the windshield wiper system is.
Option A. one system for both sides but with the same power source.
Option B. independent on each side but with the same power source.
Option C. independent on each side with different power sources.
Correct Answer is. independent on each side with different power sources.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Pallett, Page 178.

Question Number. 6. Prior to securing a leading edge de-icing boot you must.
Option A. remove all paint.
Option B. paint the surface.
Option C. shave rivet to prevent further abrasion.
Correct Answer is. remove all paint.
Explanation. CAIPs AL/11-1 4.2.2.
Question Number. 7. On a 'hot rod' type of ice detector, it is switched on.
Option A. all the time.
Option B. when selected by the crew.
Option C. when in the air.
Correct Answer is. when selected by the crew.
Explanation. AL/11-6 3.2.1.

Question Number. 8. Ice formation on wings is due to.


Option A. suspended ice crystals melting on contact with the wing and instantly re-freezing.
Option B. ice crystals forming layers on contact with the wing.
Option C. supercooled water changing state on contact with the wing.
Correct Answer is. supercooled water changing state on contact with the wing.
Explanation. AL/11-6 2
Question Number. 9. When a vibrating rod ice detector has de-iced, the warning lamp on the flight
deck.
Option A. goes out immediately.
Option B. goes out after one more cycle.
Option C. goes out after a set period of time.
Correct Answer is. goes out after a set period of time.
Explanation. CAIPs AL/11-6 3.4.1.

Question Number. 10. De-misting of passenger windows is provided by.


Option A. sealed window.
Option B. an electrical heating element.
Option C. air from the cabin.
Correct Answer is. air from the cabin.
Explanation. CAIPs AL/3-24 fig 1.

Question Number. 11. A deicer boot is completely bonded to the leading edge to.
Option A. provide smoother airflow over leading edge.
Option B. prevent electrical static build up.
Option C. provide more efficient deicer cycles.
Correct Answer is. prevent electrical static build up.
Explanation. CAIPs AL/11-1 3.4 (unless they mean 'bonded' as in cemented. In which case the answer is
b).

Question Number. 12. In a cockpit window heater system, the autotransformer.


Option A. supplies DC power for heating.
Option B. supplies AC Power for heating.
Option C. steps up output for severe weather conditions.
Correct Answer is. steps up output for severe weather conditions.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems Pallett Page 62/63 (Note: a transformer cannot 'supply'.

Question Number. 13. Windshield rain repellent is applied.


Option A. when rain is on windows and spread by wipers.
Option B. before rain and spread on window surface by wipers.
Option C. when in heavy rain so vision is unobscured.
Correct Answer is. when rain is on windows and spread by wipers.
Explanation. Jeppesen, A&P Airframe Textbook Page 13-17. http://www.b737.org.uk/iceandrain.htm

Question Number. 14. Pneumatic rain removal systems.


Option A. use engine bleed air at high velocity to remove water droplets from windscreen.
Option B. are not permitted on large transport aircraft.
Option C. use a pneumatic motor to drive windscreen wipers.
Correct Answer is. use engine bleed air at high velocity to remove water droplets from windscreen.
Explanation. Jeppesen A & P Technician Airframe Textbook page 13-18.
Question Number. 15. Windscreen wiper torque tests are carried out at.
Option A. blade attachment end.
Option B. centre point of the blade.
Option C. the shaft end.
Correct Answer is. the shaft end.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 16. Windscreen autotransformers.


Option A. step down voltage.
Option B. step up voltage.
Option C. are used to supply extra current under difficult conditions.
Correct Answer is. step up voltage.
Explanation. AL/11-4 4.2.2.

Question Number. 17. An ice deposit formed when liquid water flows over the airframe before
freezing, and which is dense, tough and sticks closely to the surface is called.
Option A. glaze Ice.
Option B. rime Ice.
Option C. hoar Frost.
Correct Answer is. glaze Ice.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 18. When testing pitot head heaters.


Option A. they can only be checked by noting the temperature rise of the probe.
Option B. they must only be switched on for the minimum time required to check serviceability.
Option C. they should be switched on for five minutes to allow to stabilise before taking ammeter
readings.
Correct Answer is. they must only be switched on for the minimum time required to check
serviceability.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 19. A rotary knife edge ice detector provides warning of ice by.
Option A. increased torque caused by ice formation slowing the rotating wheel and illuminating a
warning light in the cockpit.
Option B. decreased torque caused by ice formation slowing the rotating wheel and illuminating a
warning light in the cockpit.
Option C. ice formation stopping the rotation of a rotary knife edge and illuminating a warning light in
the cockpit.
Correct Answer is. decreased torque caused by ice formation slowing the rotating wheel and
illuminating a warning light in the cockpit. OR increased torque caused by ice formation slowing the
rotating wheel and illuminating a warning light in the cockpit.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Pallett, page 174.
Question Number. 20. Windscreen heating is supplied from.
Option A. frequency wild generator, direct to the windscreen.
Option B. DC generator, via a transformer.
Option C. frequency wild generator, via a rectifier.
Correct Answer is. frequency wild generator, direct to the windscreen.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Pallett, page173, fig.10-29.

Question Number. 21. A wing thermal anti-ice annunciator is illuminated permanently in flight deck
without selection being made. The most probable cause would be.
Option A. a short circuit.
Option B. an open circuit.
Option C. normal.
Correct Answer is. a short circuit.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 22. Air for anti-icing of the wings is obtained from.
Option A. air conditioning ducting.
Option B. engine compressors.
Option C. a combustion heater.
Correct Answer is. engine compressors.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 23. The usual material for pipelines in a fluid deice system.
Option A. stainless steel.
Option B. Monel.
Option C. nylon.
Correct Answer is. nylon.
Explanation. NIL.

Question Number. 24. When operating a windscreen wiper on the ground, make sure to.
Option A. use slow wiper only.
Option B. use water as lubricant when operating.
Option C. place soft cloth between blade and window.
Correct Answer is. use water as lubricant when operating.
Explanation. CAAIPs Leaflet 6-8 para 5.1.2.

Question Number. 25. What is run-back ice?.


Option A. Glaze ice.
Option B. Rime ice.
Option C. Glime ice.
Correct Answer is. Glaze ice.
Explanation. AC20-147.

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