EPs Flashcards
(7 cards)
Simple mnemonic to troubleshoot engine problems
Fuel air spark
Carburetor last ditch effort
Pump the primer all the way and could potentially limp all the way back to the airport
Pull the plunger all the way out and wait for it to fill.
Push hard on the plunger to create pressure for atomization
Ensure to lock the primer every time
Glide Ratio
1.6 miles / 1000ft
8800 ft / 1000ft
Reduced by headwind, difference between MSL and ground elevation + obstacles
Unexplained Drop in RPM could be
Carb ice
Add carb heat.
After regain RPM, add smaller portion of carb heat
Slips are prohibited in _______.
Full flap approaches
Suspected erratic for erroneous pitot instrument readings
Static pressure source valve - alternate
)The most adverse variations due to using internal static source may result in no more than difference of 2MPH and 15 feet)
Over Voltage Light comes in at _____.
16 Volts
Master switch OFF then ON again
If flight comes on again, Terminate flight ASAP