EPs Flashcards

(7 cards)

1
Q

Simple mnemonic to troubleshoot engine problems

A

Fuel air spark

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2
Q

Carburetor last ditch effort

A

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

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3
Q

Glide Ratio

A

1.6 miles / 1000ft

8800 ft / 1000ft

Reduced by headwind, difference between MSL and ground elevation + obstacles

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4
Q

Unexplained Drop in RPM could be

A

Carb ice

Add carb heat.
After regain RPM, add smaller portion of carb heat

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5
Q

Slips are prohibited in _______.

A

Full flap approaches

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6
Q

Suspected erratic for erroneous pitot instrument readings

A

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)

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7
Q

Over Voltage Light comes in at _____.

A

16 Volts

Master switch OFF then ON again

If flight comes on again, Terminate flight ASAP

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