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Aircraft General Knowledge, Instruments & Engines
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1What is a fail-operational autopilot?
- AAn autopilot with 2 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, a significant out-of-trim condition exists, however the landing is still completed automatically.
- BAn autopilot with 3 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, no significant out-of-trim condition exists, however the landing is not completed automatically.
- CAn autopilot with 3 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, no significant out-of-trim condition exists, and the landing can be completed automatically.
- DAn autopilot with 2 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, no significant out-of-trim condition exists, however the landing is not completed automatically.
2What is a fail-passive autopilot?
- AAn autopilot with 2 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, no significant out-of-trim condition exists, however the landing is not completed automatically.
- BAn autopilot with 2 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, a significant out-of-trim condition exists and safety of flight is severely compromised.
- CAn autopilot with 3 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, a significant out-of-trim condition exists and safety of flight is severely compromised.
- DAn autopilot with 2 computer systems. In the event of one system failure, no significant out-of-trim condition exists and the landing can still be completed automatically.
3If a Windshear warning, TCAS and GPWS warning were to appear concurrently, which one is your priority, in any given stage of flight?
- AThe Windshear warning.
- BThe TCAS warning.
- CThe GPWS warning.
- DThe GPWS warning, if the TCAS and Windshear warning are not deemed a hazard.
4Where are turbofans most efficient?
- AAt high RPM speed and low altitude.
- BAt high RPM speed and high altitude.
- CAt low RPM speed and low altitude.
- DAt low RPM speed and high altitude.
5We know turbofan jet engines are efficient at high altitude, but with which RPM speed are they most efficient?
- A80-85%
- B75-85%
- C90-95%
- D70-80%
6An IAS corrected for position and compressibility error is known as the:
- ATAS
- BCAS
- CEAS
- DRAS
7What is calibrated airspeed?
- AIt is the IAS corrected for position error.
- BIt is the TAS corrected for position error.
- CIt is the IAS corrected for position and compressibility error.
- DIt is the TAS corrected for position and compressibility error.
8Which is more efficient, a triple-spool turbofan engine, or a double-spool turbofan engine?
- AThey are both as efficient as each other.
- BThe triple-spool engine is more efficient than the double-spool engine.
- CThe double-spool engine is more efficient than the triple-spool engine.
- DThe double-spool engine is more efficient at higher speeds, when compared with the triple-spool engine.
9Aside from increased efficiency, what other advantage does a triple-spool turbofan engine have other a double-spool turbofan engine?
- AThe engine is easier to start as only spool is required to spin initially.
- BThe engine is lighter.
- CThe engine can operate at a higher RPM.
- DThe engine can operate at a higher altitude.
10What does an internal reference system (INS) do?
- AThe INS measures direction using accelerometers and gyroscopes as great circle track direction, and is aligned to true north by gyroscopes. It applies stored magnetic variation to calculate true north.
- BThe INS measures direction using accelerometers and gyroscopes as rhumb line direction, and is aligned to magnetic north by gyroscopes. It applies stored magnetic variation to calculate magnetic north.
- CThe INS measures direction using accelerometers and gyroscopes as great circle track direction, and is aligned to magnetic north by gyroscopes. It applies stored magnetic variation to calculate magnetic north.
- DThe INS measures direction using accelerometers and gyroscopes as rhumb line direction, and is aligned to true north by gyroscopes. It applies stored magnetic variation to calculate true north.
11What do the letters 'FADEC' stand for?
- AFull authority digital engine control.
- BFinal authority digital engined control.
- CFully automated digital engine control.
- DFinal authority digital engine compressor.
12What is a surge in the jet engine?
- AThe stalling of all compressor stages, and the reversal of airflow through the engine.
- BThe stalling of one compressor stage, and the reversal of airflow through the engine.
- CThe stalling of one compressor stage, with the resultant reversal of airflow limiting thrust generated by the jet engine.
- DThe stalling of all compressor stages, with the resultant reversal of airflow limiting thrust generated by the jet engine.
13What are the symptoms of a surge within a jet engine?
- AA loss of thrust, wing drop and a loud bang.
- BA loss of thrust.
- CA loud bang.
- DA loss of thrust and a loud bang.
14How is the cabin pressure of a commercial aircraft controlled?
- AControlled by the cabin outflow valve only.
- BControlled by the cabin outflow and inflow valves.
- CControlled by the cabin inflow valve only.
- DControlled by the cabin outflow valve during normal operation and controlled by the secondary cabin inflow valve during emergency operation.
15Do jet-engined aircraft have a 'critical engine'?
- AYes
- BNo
- CIt is dependent on the location and quantity of the engines mounted to the aircraft.
- DIt is dependent on the rudder authority available on the aircraft.
16What does Vne stand for?
- ANormal Operating Speed
- BNever Exceed Speed
- CNormal Max allowed exceeding speed
- DMaximum allowed exceeding speed
17If we fly at above Vno, what do we risk?
- ACausing high-speed buffet and subsequent stall.
- BDamaging the aircraft structural integrity and breaking the speed limit below 10,000ft.
- CDamaging the aircraft structural integrity and causing inadequate handling qualities.
- DCausing high-speed buffet, preventing adequate handling qualities.
18What is the Compression Ratio in a jet engine?
- AA change in the air pressure between the outlet and inlet of the jet engine.
- BA change in the air pressure between the outlet and inlet of each compressor within the jet engine.
- CA change in the air pressure between the inlet and outlet of the jet engine.
- DA change in the air pressure between each compressor within the jet engine.
19Which maintenance specialists can we use to complete routine maintenance on aircraft?
- AAny accredited by the flight authority.
- BAny accredited by the flight authority and state of manufacture.
- CAny maintenance specialist approved under EASA Part 145 to carry out maintenance.
- DAny maintenance specialist approved under EASA Part 150 to carry out maintenance.
20Name the stages of the jet engine which enables it to produce thrust?
- AInduction, exhaust, compression, expansion and combustion.
- BInduction, combustion, compression, exhaust and expansion.
- CInduction, combustion, compression, expansion and exhaust.
- DInduction, compression, combustion, expansion and exhaust.
21What is cabin pressure monitored as within commercial aircraft?
- AIt is monitored as differential air pressure.
- BIt is monitored as internal against external air pressure.
- CIt is monitored as prevailing relative cabin pressure.
- DIt is monitored as differential cabin pressure.
22How do we measure fuel?
- AFuel is measured as mass, as volume is subject to change with a change in temperature and is therefore not a reliable source of measurement.
- BFuel is measured as volume, as mass is subject to change with a change in temperature and is therefore not a reliable source of measurement.
- CFuel is measured as mass, as this is the most accurate method to judge fluid quantities in varying temperatures.
- DFuel is measured as volume, as this is the most accurate method to judge fluid quantities in varying temperatures.
23How do we define specific fuel consumption?
- AIt is the fuel consumed for the amount of engine thrust produced.
- BIt is the fuel consumed for the distance travelled.
- CIt is the fuel used for the height gained and distance travelled less wind speed.
- DIt is the average fuel flow for engine thrust produced.
24The tail light on aircraft is:
- AWhite in colour and spans approximately 140* degrees.
- BRed in colour and spans approximately 110* degrees.
- CBlue in colour and spans approximately 110* degrees.
- DGreen in colour and spans approximately 140* degrees.
25What systems within the aircraft rely on hydraulic power?
- ALanding gear, brakes, anti-skid, aileron, elevators and rudders.
- BLanding gear, brakes, IRS, instrumentation, moveable control surfaces.
- CBrakes, IRS, anti-skid, aileron, elevators and rudders.
- DLanding gear, brakes, anti-skid, aileron, elevators, rudders and FADEC.
26When would our altimeter over-read?
- AWhen the outside air temperature is lower than that prescribed in an ICAO atmosphere.
- BWhen the outside air temperature is higher than that prescribed in an ICAO atmosphere.
- CWhen the static tube of the instrument is blocked at low altitude and the aircraft then climbs to a higher altitude.
- DWhen the outside air pressure is lower than that prescribed in an ICAO atmosphere.
27What is the difference between hydraulic fluid and air?
- AAir has a lower specific gravity than all varieties of hydraulic fluid.
- BAir is a gas and is therefore compressible, whereas hydraulic fluid is not.
- CHydraulic fluid is lighter than air.
- DHydraulic fluid is a liquid with a distinctive colour, whereas air is invisible. This aids maintenance when visually confirming leaks from aircraft hydraulic systems.
28What is a GPWS and on which aircraft is it mandatory?
- AGround Proximity Warning System and mandatory on aircraft above 5700KG.
- BGround Proximity Warning System and mandatory on all aircraft manufactured after 2001 for the purpose of carriage of passengers for commercial gain.
- CGround Proximity Warning System and mandatory on aircraft above 2000KG.
- DGround Proximity Warning System and mandatory on aircraft with ability to carry 9+ passengers.
29Which of the below are the main engine instruments for jet engines?
- AEPR, N1, Exhaust Gas Temperature and OAT.
- BEPR, N1, Exhaust Gas Temperature and N2.
- CEPR, Exhaust Gas Temperature, OAT and Fuel Flow.
- DEPR, N1, Exhaust Gas Temperature, N2 and Fuel Flow.
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- ATPL(A) Quiz am Aircraft General Knowledge, Instruments & Engines, erstellt von Ruben Vazquez am 23/12/2016.
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- Ruben Vazquez
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