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Turbojet and turbofan thrust reverser systems are generally powered by…

A

Hydraulic or pneumatic

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What is required regarding aircraft fire protection systems?

-Illuminates a light on the flight deck which indicates location of fire

-Audible alarm

-Low number or no false alarms

-Resettable when fire is out

-Minimum electrical current requirements

-ALL the above

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ALL the above

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Which statement is true?
1. Some exhaust systems include an augmentor system to draw additional air over the engine for cooling.
2. Augmentor systems are used to create a low pressure area at the lower rear of the aircraft engine cowling.

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Both are true

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What does a booster coil on a radial engine operate off of?

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Battery power and a trailing finger in the distributor

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What is a common visual check of fire detection elements?

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Cracked or broken sections

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How does a fire detection system operate?

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On the principle of building of a gas pressure within a tube proportional to a temp rise

Example: Lindberg pneumatic thermal system

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What publication would be used to obtain crankshaft runout tolerances after a ground incident resulting in propeller sudden stoppage?

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Current manufacturers maintenance manuals

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What does a hissing sound from the carburetor indicate when the propeller is pulled through manually?

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Intake valve blow-by

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What is a manifold pressure gauge designed to indicate?

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Absolute pressure in the intake manifold

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What is a common method used to prevent carburetor icing?

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Preheat the intake air

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What must a QECA (quick-engine-change-assembly) be pre-approved by?

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The administrator or an airframe and powerplant mechanic with inspection authorization

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After control signals are sent from the Electronic Engine Control (EEC) to regulate fuel flow to the engine, what happens next?

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Feedback from several systems in the engine is sent back to the EEC

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How is aircraft electrical wire size measured?

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According to American wire gauge (AWG)

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Which of the following are NOT recommended markers for reciprocating engine exhaust systems?

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Lead pencil

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What does a movement of the propeller in the direction of engine rotation during a reciprocating engine compression check indicate?

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The piston was positioned past top dead center

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Compared to reciprocating engine oils, what do turbine engine oils have less tendency to produce?

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Lacquer or coke

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What increases pitch angle in constant speed non-feathering propellers like McCauley and Hartzell?

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Oil pressure

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How are cylinder head temperatures measured in a gas turbine engine?

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By means of an indicator and a thermocouple sensing device

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Where are fire protection systems mandatory?

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On auxiliary power unit

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For what primary purpose is a turbine engine fuel control unit trimmed?

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To obtain maximum thrust output when desired

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What percentage of the indicated horsepower on a modern aircraft engine may friction horsepower be?

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10-15%

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What is considered ground boosted engine manifold pressure?

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Any manifold pressure above 30 inches Hg

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What can cause hot spots that burn a hole in the combustion section liner on a turbine engine?

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A misaligned fuel nozzle resulting in a flame that is not centered in the flame area

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How are combustion liner walls cooled in a gas turbine engine?

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By secondary airflow through the combustion chamber

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How can a steel propeller hub be tested for cracks?
By magnetic particle inspection
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How does high-tension ignition shielding tend to reduce radio interference?
Receives and grounds high frequency waves coming from the magneto and high tension ignition leads
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How is a fire extinguishing agent distributed in the engine section?
By spray nozzles and perforated tubing
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How may reciprocating engine exhaust system leaks be detected?
By signs of exhaust soot inside the cowling and on adjacent components
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What happens when ice forms on propellers during flight?
Decreases thrust and causes excessive vibration
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When should the combustion process be completed if fuel/air ratio is proper and ignition timing is correct?
20 to 30 degrees after top dead center at the beginning of the power stroke
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What happens in a supervisory electronic engine control EEC if there is a fault that adversely affects engine operations?
Causes an immediate reversion to control by the hydromechanical fuel control unit
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How can the condition of an engine be discerned in addition to changing oil regularly?
By the amount of metal chips found on the magnetic chip detector
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What functions does engine oil perform in addition to lubrication?
Cools Seals Cleans Prevents corrosion Cushions impact loads All the above ## Footnote All functions are performed by engine oil
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What are the two most common materials for conductors in aircraft applications?
Copper and aluminum
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How should AN and MS electrical connectors be installed to reduce ground shorting possibility when separated for maintenance?
With the pin section on the ground side of the electrical circuit
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Which statement is NOT true regarding using a turbine engine oil analysis program?
Generally
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Prevents corrosion
All the above ## Footnote This answer refers to the properties listed in the text
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Cushions impact loads
All the above ## Footnote This answer refers to the properties listed in the text
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Two most common materials for conductors in aircraft applications
Copper and aluminum
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Installation of AN and MS electrical connectors
Pin section on the ground side of the electrical circuit
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Turbine engine oil analysis program
Generally, an accurate trend forecast may be made after an engine's first oil sample analysis ## Footnote Example sentence: Regular oil analysis helps in monitoring engine health.
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Units turbine engine tachometers are calibrated in
Percent of engine RPM
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Recommended maximum number of wires in wire bundles
75 wires
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Timing of magneto breaker points
Greatest magnetic field stress exists in the magneto circuit
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Main bearing oil seals used in turbine engines
Labyrinth and/or carbon rubber
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Master rod bearings type
Plain
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Newton's Third Law of Motion
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction
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Factors in the selection of wire size in a particular application
Voltage drop, Allowable power loss, Current carrying capability ## Footnote Factors 1, 4, and 5 from the text
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Variables for which trim valves are adjusted on a typical engine trim check chart
Ambient temperature and barometric pressure
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Oil source for propeller governor on a Pratt and Whitney PT-6 turboprop engine
The engine oil supply
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Part of cylinder walls where greatest amount of wear occurs in a normally operating engine
Near the top of the cylinder
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Commonly used source for carburetor air heat
Warm ducted air from around the exhaust system
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Clutch type in pneumatic starters
Manually engaged and automatically disengaged
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Unacceptable issue in reciprocating engine exhaust systems
Local hot spots
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Reason for using capacitor-type ignition system on turbine engines
High heat intensity spark
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Calculation of compression ratio of an engine
The volume of the cylinder at BDC divided by the volume of the cylinder at TDC
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Purpose of the crankcase of an aircraft engine
Is the foundation of the engine containing crankshaft bearings and cylinder pads
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Description of crankpin
Hardened by nitriding and is hollow to reduce weight
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Attachment method of cylinders to crankcase in aircraft engine
By studs mounted in threaded holes in the crankcase
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Energy source for turning the propeller on a turboprop engine
Additional turbine stages
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Indication of engine thrust from the engine pressure ratio indicator
Engine thrust being produced
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Design purpose of the exhaust section of a turbine engine
Impart a high exit velocity to the exhaust gasses
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Function of floating control thermostat in reciprocating engine installations
Controlling airflow through the oil cooler
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Purpose of exhaust cone assembly of a turbine engine
Straighten and collect the exhaust gasses into a solid exhaust jet
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General requirements for an aircraft engine
Have a good fuel economy, high durability, and be capable of sustained high power output ## Footnote Additional requirements mentioned in the text
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Portion of heat generated by combustion in a typical aircraft reciprocating engine
Carried out with the exhaust gasses
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Heat engine predominantly used in aviation
Opposed-type engine
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Primary purpose of baffles and deflectors installed around cylinders of air-cooled aircraft engines
Force cooling air into close contact with all parts of the cylinder
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Primary purpose of the propeller
Change engine horsepower to thrust
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Purpose of a bellmouth inlet
Maximize the aerodynamic efficiency of the inlet
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Purpose of cascade vanes in a thrust reversing system
Turn the exhaust gasses forward just after exiting the exhaust nozzle
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Purpose of the engine inlet on a turbine engine
Provide a uniform and steady airflow to avoid compressor stall
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Receiving inspection for an engine needing to be overhauled
Includes checking the airworthiness directives, service bulletins and type certificate compliance
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Consideration for the resistance of the current return path through the aircraft
Structure is adequately bonded
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Type of ignition system used on most turbine aircraft engines
Capacitor discharge
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The purpose of the engine inlet on a turbine engine is to
Provide a uniform and steady airflow to avoid compressor stall ## Footnote Example sentence: The engine inlet ensures the compressor receives consistent airflow.
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The receiving inspection for an engine needing to be overhauled
Includes checking the airworthiness directives, service bulletins and type certificate compliance ## Footnote No additional information
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The resistance of the current return path through the aircraft is always considered negligible, provided the
Structure is adequately bonded ## Footnote No additional information
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The type of ignition system used on most turbine aircraft engines is
Capacitor discharge ## Footnote No additional information
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The wire identification code of aircraft wire is
The choice of the manufacturer ## Footnote No additional information
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Thermal efficiency of an engine
Affects the fuel consumption of an engine ## Footnote No additional information
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Thermocouples are usually inserted or installed on the
Hottest cylinder of the engine ## Footnote No additional information
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Turbine engines produce noise primarily from engine air intake, vibration, and engine exhaust. Which of these is of the greatest concern?
Engine exhaust noise from the high velocity jet stream moving through a relatively quiet atmosphere ## Footnote No additional information
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Turbine inlet nozzle assembly located on the upstream side of each turbine wheel are used in the gas turbine engine to
Increase the velocity of the gasses flowing past this point ## Footnote No additional information
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Valve clearance changes on opposed-type engines using hydraulic lifters are accomplished by
Replacing the push rod ## Footnote No additional information
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What component of a dual magneto is shared by both ignition systems?
Rotating magnet ## Footnote No additional information
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What is the function of a blast tube as used on aircraft reciprocating engines?
A device to cool an engine accessory ## Footnote No additional information
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What is the primary purpose of the tachometer on an axial compressor turbine engine?
Monitor engine RPM during starting and to indicate overspeed conditions ## Footnote No additional information
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What type of fireproof connector is used in areas where it is vital that the electric current is not interrupted, even though the connector may be exposed to continuous open flame?
Class K connector ## Footnote No additional information
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What type of nuts are used to hold an exhaust system to the cylinders?
Brass or heat-resistant high temperature locking nuts ## Footnote No additional information
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What type of oil do most engine manufacturer's recommend after new reciprocating engine break-in?
Straight mineral oil ## Footnote No additional information
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When a reciprocating aircraft engine is started, what is the maximum time period to wait for an indication of oil pressure?
30 seconds ## Footnote No additional information
93
When internally timing a magneto, the breaker points begin to open when
The magnet poles are a few degrees beyond the neutral position ## Footnote No additional information
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When mounting a replacement engine always,
Install the manufacturer specified bolts and torque to the manufacturer recommended value ## Footnote No additional information
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When preparing to remove an engine, fuel valves must be
Fully closed even if they are solenoid operated ## Footnote No additional information
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When the centrifugal force acting on the propeller governor flyweights overcomes the tension on the speeder spring, a propeller is in what speed condition?
Overspeed ## Footnote No additional information
97
When trimming a turbine engine, the fuel control is adjusted to
Set idle RPIM and maximum RPM, indirectly affecting EPR ## Footnote No additional information
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Where are sludge chambers, when used in aircraft lubrication systems, usually located?
In the crankshaft throws ## Footnote No additional information
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Where is the oil temperature bulb usually located?
At the engine oil inlet ## Footnote No additional information
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Which of the following generally renders an aluminum alloy propeller un-repairable?
Transverse cracks of any size ## Footnote No additional information
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Which of the following is a function of the fuel/oil heat exchanger on a turbojet engine?
Increase fuel temperature ## Footnote No additional information
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Which of the following is identified as the cambered or curved side of the propeller blade corresponding to the upper surface of a wing airfoil section? airfoil section?
Blade back ## Footnote No additional information
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Which of the following is the safest fire-extinguishing agent?
Halon 1301 ## Footnote No additional information
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Which statement is correct regarding the ignition system of a turbine engine?
The system is normally de-energized as soon as the engine starts ## Footnote No additional information
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Which statement is true concerning the inlet icing of turbine engines?
Most turboprop engines rely on electrical anti-icing ## Footnote No additional information
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Which statement is true regarding proper throttle rigging of an airplane?
The throttle stop on the carburetor must be contacted before the stop in the cockpit ## Footnote No additional information
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Which type of fuel control is used on most of today's turbine engines?
Hydromechanical or electrical ## Footnote No additional information
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Why are turbine engine igniters less susceptible to fouling than reciprocating engine spark plugs?
The high intensity spark cleans the igniter ## Footnote No additional information

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