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Technical
Instructor: Results: GRIFFIN Name: Class: Period: Date:

1. At the mean sea level, the average pressure exerted on a body by the atmospheric weight above it a. b. c. d. 12.25 kg/m3 14.7 kgs. 14.7 lbs 14.7 lbs/inch2

2. Two balls are hanging from a stand. A charged rod is rubbed against both the balls at the same time. The charge on the balls will be. a. b. c. d. Both the balls will be positively charge and will repel. Both will be negatively charged. Both A will be positively charged and Ball B will be negatively charged. Both B will be positively charged and Ball A will be negatively charged.

3. What is the ampere hour capacity of a battery which supplies a current of 4.5 A for 25 hrs. a. b. c. d. 1125 Amp. hour 90 Amps 112.5 Amps hour 5 Amps hour

4. The pressure on the fuel in the tank at high attitude will be a. b. c. High Low Same as sea level

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d.

High and them low

5. When Handling a magnet, we should avoid excessive heating, hammering and avoid dropping because a. b. c. d. The magnetic poles of the magnet detach The magnetic poles get interchanged Magnetic properties of the magnet decrease. None of the above.

6. The essential difference between AC and DC is a. b. c. d. Inductive reactance Capacitive reactance Both (a) and (b) Resonance

7. If the centre of gravity of an aircraft is moved after the tail moment level arm a. b. c. d. Increases and longitudinal stability increases Decreases and longitudinal stability increases Increases and longitudinal stability decreases Decreases and longitudinal stability decreases

8. The magnetic compass deviation is due to a. b. c. d. Northly and southly turning errors Acceleration errors Aircraft electric components Earth's magnetic field

9. In a fixed pitch propeller, you observe a drop in RPM reading. This is followed by rough running of the engine. The first thing that you suspect is a. b. c. Fuel starvation Spark plug fouling Carburetor Icing

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d.

None of the above

10. In pressurization system, the air sent inside the cabin is a. b. c. d. Ram air Bleed air Change air Conditioned Air

11. Effective Pitch of the propeller is a. b. c. Distance it actually travels forward in one revolution Distance it should have travelled forward in standard atmosphere, None of the above.

12. The angle between the relative airflow and the plane of rotation is a. b. c. d. Pitch angle Angle of advance Helix angle Any of the above

13. The point at which the boundary layer changes from laminar to turbulent is r as a. b. c. d. Transition point Separation point Critical point Reference point

14. Which of the following is/are true with respect to best rate of climb a. b. c. d. This is the rate of climb will gain the most altitude in the least time For every airplane there is airspeed at a given power setting, which will give be rate of climb. It is normally used on take off and is maintained until the airplane leaves the traffic circuit All the above are true

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15. The stalling speed of an airplane, when flying upwind as compared to downwind a. b. c. d. Would differ by an amount equal to the speed of the wind Is the same is less when flying downwind is less when flying up wind

16. If all the upward lift forces on the wing were concentrated in one place, there would be established a center of lift, which is usually called a. b. c. d. Center of pressure Centre of gravity Coefficient of lift Lift / drag

17. If the center of the wing's lifting force(cp) is forward of the airplane's center of gravity (CG) - the airplane would always have tendency of a. b. c. d. Nose down Nose up Yaw to right Yaw to left

18. When starting a turbojet engine a. b. c. d. A hot start is indicated if the exhaust gas temperature exceeds specified limits An excessively lean mixture is likely to cause a hot start The engine should start between 60 to 80 second after the fuel shut off lever is opened Release the starter switch as soon as indication of the lift of occurs.

19. What are the two functional elements in a centrifugal compressor? a. b. c. Turbine and compressor Compressor and manifold Bucket and expender

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d.

Impeller and diffuser

20. What is the first engine instrument indication of a successful start of a Turbine engine a. b. c. d. A decrease in the exhaust gas temperature. A rise in the engine fuel flow A decrease in the engine pressure ratio A rise in the exhaust gas temperature

21. What is the purpose of the diffuser section in a turbine engine a. b. c. d. Increase pressure and reduce velocity To speed up the airflow in the turbine section To convert pressure to velocity To reduce pressure and increase velocity

22. Wing loading is a. b. c. d. The ratio of the lift to the aircraft weight The ratio of the weight of the wing to the area of the wing The ratio of the total aircraft weight to the wing area wing area divided by wing span

23. What performance is characteristic of flight at maximum L/D in a propeller-driven airplane? a. b. c. d. Maximum endurance Best angle of climb Maximum coefficient of lift and minimum coefficient of drag. Maximum range and maximum distance glide.

24. When airplane is said to be in a state of "equilibrium", it means that a. b. c. d. It is at a state of rest It is at a steady motion Both thrust and drag are equal and opposite and it will continue move forward at the same uniform rate of speed All are applicable

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25. A kite may be considered as an inclined plane, the weight of which is supported in the air a. b. c. d. By the means of string, which is tied to its center By the reaction of wind flowing past it By the reaction of wind flowing against it By the means of tail, suspended at the lower comer of it

26. The lift and drag of an airfoil depend not only on the angle of attack but also upon: a. b. c. d. The density of the air and the shape of the airfoil The plan area of the airfoil. The square of the velocity (or true air speed) All the above

27. Refer the graph given for a particular wing section when docs the lift curve I reaches its maximum value?

a. b. c. d.

At 0 degree angle of attack At or around 18 degrees angle of attack At 28 degrees angle of attack The graph does not show any lift curve.

28. During engine operation, if carburetor heat is applied, it will a. b. c. d. increase air to fuel ratio decrease carburetor air temperature increase engine RPM Decrease the air density to the carburetor

29. What is used to drive an externally driven supercharger a. b. Engine oil pressure Gear driven directly from the engine crankshaft

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c. d.

Exhaust gases driving a turbine Belt driven through a pulley arrangement

30. Which of the following has the greatest effect on the viscosity of lubricating oil a. b. c. d. Temperature Oil ness Pressure Volatility

31. Engine oil temperature gauges indicate the temperature of the oil a. b. c. d. Entering the oil cooler Entering the engine In the oil storage tank. In the return lines to the oil storage tank

32. Oil dilution is resorted a. b. c. d. For ease of starting piston engine under ail conditions To reduce viscosity of oil in cold weather, or to facilitate, starting engine in winter To reduce gumming effect of engine oil To achieve opt-rating temperature quickly

33. What is the primary purpose of a hydraulic actuator? a. b. c. Transmit hydraulic fluid Transform fluid pressure into mechanical force Transfer fluid from the pressure side to the return side of a hydraulic system

34. The purpose of a hydraulic pressure regulator is to a. b. c. Direct the entire pump output to the essential units in case of emergency Boost the pressure in the portions of the system that require higher pressure. Relieve the pump of its load when no actuating unit arc being operating

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35. Most airplane are designed to have their CG located slightly forward of the CP. to a. b. c. d. Create a nose down tendency As in (1), so that the airplane will have a natural tendency to pitch downward As in (2), there by avoiding stalling condition None of the above

36. The performance of an airplane is greatly affected by the wing loading. This is a value which is a. b. c. d. Total load the wing will carry Ratio of the wing area to horse power Gross weight of the airplane divided by the wing area Gross weight divided by the span

37. At high speed an aircraft will produce a. b. c. d. More induced drag than profile drag About the same profile drag as induced drag More profile drag than induced drag Either of the above depending on TAS.

38. The center of gravity of an aircraft can be determine by a. b. c. d. Multiplying total weight by total moments Dividing total arms by total moments Multiplying total arms by total weight Diving total moments by total weight

39. Which of the following factors influence longitudinal stability a. b. c. d. The size of the horizontal stabilizer Position of the center of gravity Position of the horizontal stabilizer All the above

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40. An airplane which, following a disturbance oscillate with increasing up and down movements until it eventually stall or enters a dangerous dive would be said to have a. b. c. d. Negative dynamic stability Dynamic stability Lateral stability Longitudinal stability

41. What operational force tends to increase propeller angle a. b. c. d. Centrifugal twisting force Aerodynamic twisting force Thrust bending force Torque bending force

42. How does the aerodynamic twisting force affect operating propeller blades a. b. c. d. It tends to bend the blades opposite the direction of rotation It tends to turn the blades to a high blade angle It tends to bend the blades forward It tends to turn the blade to a low blade angle

43. If fuel / air ratio is proper and ignition timing is correct the combustion process should a. b. c. d. Be completed 20 decrees to 30 degrees before up top center at the end of the compression stroke Be completed when the exhaust valve opens at the end of the power stroke Continue until the end of the exhaust stroke Be complete just after top center at the beginning of the power stroke

44. When is the fuel/air mixture ignited in a conventional reciprocating engine a. b. c. d. When the piston has reached top dead center of the intake stroke Just the piston begins the power stroke Shortly before the piston, reaches the top of the compression stroke When the piston reaches top dead center at the end of the compression stroke

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45. If the exhaust valve of a lour stroke cycle engine is closed and the intake valve is just closing the piston is on the a. b. c. d. Intake stroke Power stroke Exhaust stroke Compression stroke

46. Excessive valve clearances will cause the duration of valve opening to a. b. c. d. Increase for both intake and exhaust valves Decrease for both intake and exhaust valves Decrease for intake valves and increase for exhaust valves Increase for intake valves and decrease for exhaust valves

47. A change in engine manifold, pressure has a direct effect on the a. b. c. d. Piston displacement Compression ratio Valve overlap period Mean effective cylinder pressure

48. Which of the following instrument makes use of both pitot and static corrections instruments a. b. c. Airspeed indicator Altimeter Vertical speed indicator Answer i. ii. iii. iv. A and B B and C A only C only

49. A sudden backward movement of the control column will cause the vertical speed indicator pointer to indicate

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a. b. c. d.

A small rate of descent As in (1) for few moments, thereafter indicate a correct reading A small rate of climb As in (3) for few moments, there after indicate a correct reading.

50. Assume during flight, the impact source of the pilot static system gets blocked now, which of the following instruments will give an erroneous reading a. b. c. d. The bank and turn indicator The vertical speed indicator The Altimeter The air speed indicator

51. The normal operating errors to be found in any aircraft magnetic compass are a. b. c. d. Acceleration, deceleration and turning errors Latitude errors due to earths rate of ration An erroneous indication when ever its gyro is running too fast or too slow All the above are applicable

52. Figure shows a rotor, mounted in a gimbal, if a force is applied, in this case by rotating the base, the applied force will act

a. b. c.

At 90 deg. in the direction in which the rotor is spinning Exactly at 45 deg. in the direction in which the rotor is spinning At 90 deg. in the direction opposite to which the rotor is spinning.

53. The figure shows a turn co- ordinator with in index aircraft in place of a needle. For example, if the aircraft were placed in a banked attitude and opposite rudder is used lo hold the aircraft heading constant

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a. b. c. d.

The index aircraft will remain with its wing level As in (1) because there is no rate of turn occurring The index aircraft will be titled As in (3), there by showing a particulars rate of turn

54. The following shows a combination of instruments, which combination can be grouped under pitch instruments a. b. c. d. Altitude indicator, altimeter, airspeed indicator and vertical speed indicator Altimeter, airspeed indicator, RPM Altitude indicator, altimeter and manifold pressure gauge Attitude indicator, airspeed and manifold pressure or RPM

55. Rigidity of gyroscope is that property by which a. b. c. d. It rotates evenly Causes secondary precession It moves at 90 deg. to an applied force None of the above

56. The propeller governor controls the a. b. c. d. Oil to and from the pitch changing mechanism Relief valve in the accumulator assemblies Spring tension on the boost pump speeder spring Linkage and counterweights from moving in and out.

57. During the on speed condition on a propeller, the a. Centrifugal force acting on the governor fly weight is greater than the tension of the speeder spring.

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b. c. d.

Tension on the speeder spring is greater than the centrifugal force acting on the governor flyweights. Tension on the speeder spring is less than the centrifugal force acting on the governor flyweights. Centrifugal force of the governor flyweights is equal to the speeder spring force.

58. What action takes place when the cockpit control lever for a hydromantic, constant speed propeller is actuated a. b. c. d. Tension of the speeder spring is changed. The transfer valve changes position The governor booster pump pressure is varied The governor bypass valve is positioned to direct oil pressure to the propeller dome

59. What will happen to the propeller blade angle and the engine RPM if the tension on the propeller governor control spring (speeder spring) in increased a. b. c. d. Blade angle will increase and RPM will increase Blade angle will decrease and RPM will decrease Blade angle will increase and RPM will decrease Blade angle will decrease and RPM will increase

60. When the centrifugal force acting on the propeller governor counter weights overcomes the tension on the speeder spring a propeller is in what speed condition a. b. c. d. On speed Under speed In between condition Over speed

61. What operational force causes the greatest stress on a propeller a. b. c. d. Aerodynamic twisting force Centrifugal force Thrust bending force Torque bending force

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62. The center of gravity of an aircraft can be determined by a. b. c. Multiplying total weight by total moments Dividing total arms by total moments Dividing total moments by total weight.

63. The stalling speed of an aircraft will be highest when the aircraft is loaded with a a. b. c. Low gross weight and forward CG Low gross weight and aft CG High gross weight and forward CG

64. Two batteries are placed in a/c a. b. c. Both are connected in series Both are connected in parallel One used for normal operation & one for stand by

65. In a 24 V circuit, if current in 4 Amps, the resistance is a. b. 6 ohms 7 ohms

66. In a 24 V circuit, current is 70 Amps, the power will be a. b. 1680 W 1800

67. Force of Magnetism will be max at. a. b. c. d. North pole South pole Centre of the magnet North & south pole

68. For pressurization air used is: a. b. Charge Air Ram Air

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c. d.

Fresh Air S

69. The formation of ice between the carb & Butterfly where the expansion of air takes place is known as. a. b. c. d. Impact icing Fuel Icing Throttle ice Refrigeration icing

70. The Gap between the ends of the piston rings is given for a. b. c. d. The springiness of the ring so that it may be fined properly in the piston As (a) & for higher working temp Prevent the piston jam Oil scavenging

71. The Shank is of connecting rod a. b. c. d. The portion where small end is connected to the piston The portion where big and of connecting rod is connected to the piston Is fiat portion between big end & small end of connecting rod Is the top portion of the piston

72. Lubricating Oil Provides a. b. c. d. Lubrication Flushing Cooling & sealing All of the above

73. The pressure of oil delivered in the engine is measured a. b. c. From the sump From the pump From the fitter

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74. If low Octane rating fuel is used, it will cause. a. b. c. d. Detonation Shorten the life of engine Damage various parts of engine All of the above

75. The additive in the fuel namely Tetra Ethyi Lead (TEL) is used to a. b. Provide colours Prevent detonation

76. In a compression stroke, if temp starts increasing before piston reaches TDC, it will cause to a. b. c. Detonation Pre Ignition Back Firing

77. may occur in one cylinder .. will normally occur in all cylinder. a. b. Pre ignition, Detonation Detonation, Pre ignition

78. Suction Gape is for a. b. c. Gyro Pitot Static Alternator

79. Dolis eye appears when a. b. c. d. Engine off Pump fails Gives volumes of suction Either a or b

80. Impact side of Pitot static blocked, which instrument will give erroneous reading.

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a. b. c. d.

ASI VSI Aliments Turn & slip indication

81. Stability about Longitudinal axis a. b. Wing dihedral Ailerons

82. Lifting area for a. b. c. A>B B>A B=A

83. Charge of speed & direction of wind effects a. b. c. d. Speed of sound G/s TAS IAS

84. Black Smoke in exhaust of jet a. b. c. d. Improper combustion As in (a) & formation & carbon Improper mixing of grade As in (c) & high flash point

85. If a/c has ability to fly hands off is mean that the a/c exhibits the property of a. b. c. d. Stability Controllibity Maneuverability A and C both

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86. Lubrication in Jet Engine a. b. c. Synthetic oil Vegetable oil Mineral oil

87. Convert 20 to martinet & 20 F to Celsius a. b. c. 68oF & 6.7oC 6.7oC & 68oF 6.8oF & 6.7oC

88. It the pilot observes high oil temperatures then the action take by the pilot is a. b. c. d. Open the cowl flaps Fully enrich the mixture Inc. the a/c speed Any of the above

89. Turbofan: mark the incorrect a. b. c. d. The turbofan is in installed behind the engine Is driven by the turbine shaft The diameter of turbofan is less than proper diameters All the above

90. If AR is infinite injured drafts a. b. c. d. 0 1 2 None of the above

91. Four crank throw, crank shaft effect at a. b. 2 6

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c. d.

8 None

92. Why a/c circuits are preferred in an aircrafts electrical systems a. b. c. d. Are less complex The total weight is less Stepping up / down is easy All above

93. The gas generator in a jet engine is a. b. c. d. The burner As in (a) and turbine As (b) and compressor As (c) and diffuser

94. Aviation oils are classified in numerical values. The nos indicated a. b. c. d. Date /Month of manufacturing Its viscosity Its volatility Its flash point

95. In a coarse pitch fixed propeller, coarse pitch is for a. b. c. d. High cruise speed, low all. Low cruise speed, low alt. High cruise speed, high alt. Low cruise speed, high alt.

96. The movement, at the big end bearing and small end bearing, of the piston rod is a. b. c. Rotatory, linear Linear, Rotatory Rotatory, Reciprocating

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d.

Reciprocating, Rotatory

97. The difference in the power produced by the engine and the power (total) available is a. b. c. d. FHP BHP SHP IHP

98. Which forces act on a propeller a. b. c. d. Centrifugal Twisting Bending All the above

99. Log books preserved for a. b. c. d. Engine & Prop. A/c log book for 1 Year Untied co R cancelled by DGCA

For 2 year after accident for a/c . All the above

100. a. b. c. d.

Manual associated with c of A and contains limitations of the pilot and maintenance Operation manual Flight manual Maintenance manual QC manual

101. a. b. c. d.

Manual not required to be approved by DGCA but contents influence the DGCAs approval QC manual Engineering organization manual Flight Manual Operation manual

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102. a.

Make the correct statement The thrust produced by the prop. Of a piton engine is measured by the mass of air pushed backwards per unit time and the velocity by which it is pushed rearward

b. c. d.

As in (a) and velocity of a/c is added As in (a) and velocity of a/c subtracted None of the above

103. a. b. c. d.

In a piston engine a large mass of air is pushed. At a velocity. Rear ward, high Forward, high Rearward, low Forward, low

104. a. b. c.

The cord of a propeller Inc. from root to tip Dec. from root to tip Remains same

105. a. b. c. d.

the airflow over a wing is re- energized to dealy the separation by Vortex generator Slots Spoilers Wing fences

106. a. b. c. d.

The drag is From drag Induced drag Total drag Interference drag

107.

The strips in an altimeter is completely visible at

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a. b. c. d.

Sea level Above 10000 ft Above 20000 ft Now of above

108. a. b. c.

The datum setting knob in an altimeter varies the datum from Sea Level Ground level Flight level

109. a. b. c.

When propeller in max coarse pitch Feathering Reversal Wind milling

110. a. b. c. d.

The change in 1 mb pressure is 30 ft. 60 ft. 100 ft. None of the above

111. a. b. c. d.

How does a importance efficiency of a turbojet engine More turbine wheels can be used Combustion chamber temperatures are reduce Higher compression ratios can be obtained The velocity of the air entering the combustion chamber is increased.

112. a. b. c.

Which of the following is the ultimate limiting 1'acior of turbojet engine operation? Compressor inlet air temperature Compressor outlet air temperature Turbine inlet temperature

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d.

Burner can pressure

113. a. b. c. d.

If any magnet is heated excessively cr hammered, it will result in Equal spreading of magnetism Increase of magnetism Loss of a great deal of magnetism No change of magnetism

114. a. b. c. d.

To determine the direction of the magnetic field about a current carrying wire, use Ohm's law Left hand thumb rule Right hand thumb rule Wheatstone bridge.

115. a. b. c. d.

A fully efficient 60 ampere hour battery will supply 6 amperes for 6 hours 6 amperes for 10 hours 60 amperes for 01 hour 6 amperes indefinitely

116. a. b. c. d.

The basic relationship between voltage, current and resistance is exactly stated by: Ohms law Kickoffs law Newton law Lenzs law

117. a. b. c. d.

If a charged glass rod and a charged comb are brought together they will: Experience no force Experience attraction Experience repulsion Initially attraction, followed by repulsion

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118. a. b. c. d.

Which indication should you get from the turn and slip indicator during taxiing? The needle and ball should move freely in the direction of the turn The ball moves freely opposite the turn, and needle deflects in the direction of the turn The needle deflects in the direction of the turn, but the ball remains centered The ball deflects opposite the turn, but the needle remains centered

119. a. b. c. d.

Which statement is true regarding the relationship of true airspeed and indicated For a given true airspeed, indicated airspeed remains same under IAS conditions For a given true airspeed indicated airspeed increases For a given indicated airspeed, true airspeed, increases For a given indicated airspeed, true airspeed remains unaffected

airspeed as altitude increases

120. a. b. c. d.

On the taxi check, the magnetic compass should Be checked for proper deviation and fluid level Swing opposite to the direction of turn when turning from north Exhibit the same number of degrees of dip as the latitude Swing freely and indicate known headings

121. a. b. c.

Identify the function of the nozzle diaphragm in a turbojet engine. To decrease the velocity of exhaust gases. To direct the flow of gases to strike the turbine buckets at a desired angle To centre the fuel spray in the combustion chamber

122. a. b. c. d.

When starting a turbine engine, a hung start in indicated if the engine, Exhaust gas turbine exceeds specified limits Fails to reach idle RPM RPM exceeds specified operation speed Pressure ratio exceeds specified operation limits

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123. a. b. c. d.

What are the two basic elements of" the turbine section in a turbine engine? Impeller and diffuser Compressor and manifold. Bucket and expander Stator and rotor

124. a. b. c. d.

Carburetor icing on an engine equipped with a constant speed propeller can be detected by A decrease in power output with no charge in manifold pressure or RPM A-n increase in manifold pressure with a constant RPM A decrease in manifold pressure with a constant RPM A decrease in manifold pressure with a decrease in RPM.

125. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following has the greatest effect on the viscosity of lubricating oil? Temperature Oiliness Pressure Volatility

126. a. b. c. d.

What is the major single source of heat which is carried away by the lubricating oil in a reciprocating aircraft engine? The connecting rod bearings The cylinder walls The main bearings The accessory section

127. a. b. c. d.

A rise in oil temperature and a drop in oil pressure may be caused by The temperature regulator sticking shut The pressure relief valve sticking shut Foreign material under the relief vale Improper starting procedure, engine not warmed up

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128. a. b. c. d.

Which instrument provides the mot pertinent information (primary) for bank control in straight-and- level flight? Turn-and-slip indicator Attitude indicator Heading indicator Magnetic compass

129. a. b. c. d.

Which are instruments are grouped as pitch instruments? Altimeter, airspeed, and manifold pressure or RPM Attitude indicator, airspeed indicator, and manifold pressure or RPM Attitude indicator, altimeter, and manifold pressure gauge. Attitude indicator, altimeter indicator, airspeed indicator, and vertical speed indicator

130. a. b. c. d.

The greatest portion of heat generated by combustion in a typical aircraft reciprocating engine is Converted into useful power. Removed by the oil system. Carried out with the exhaust gases. Dissipated through the cylinder walls and heads.

131. a. b. c. d.

High cylinder head temperature will result from An increase in oil combustion Fouled spark plugs. An excessively rich mixture. An excessively lean mixture.

132. a. b. c.

What could be a result of undetected exhaust system leaks in a reciprocating engine powered airplane? Pilot incapacitation resulting from carbon monoxide entering the cabin. A rough - running engine. Desired power settings will not be attained.

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d.

Excessive engine operating temperatures.

133. a. b. c. d.

When the ignition switch of a single engine aircraft is turned to the OFF position The Primary circuits of both magnetos are grounded The secondary circuits of both magnetos are opened All circuits are automatically opened The high tension lead from the battery is grounded.

134. a. b. c. d.

What will cause an engine to have an increased tendency to detonate? Using fuels with high combustion rate characteristics. Retarding the spark advance. Decreasing the density to the charge delivered to the cylinders Using a rich mixture.

135. a. b. c. d.

During engine operation, if carburetor heat is applied, it will Increase air to fuel ratio. Decrease carburetor air temperature. Increase engine RPM Decrease the air density to the carburetor.

136. a. b. c. d.

The propeller blade angle is defined as the acute angle between the airfoil section chord line (At the blade reference station) and which of the following? The plane of rotation The relative wind The propeller thrust line The axis of blade rotation during the pitch change.

137. a. b. c.

Why a constant speed counterweight propeller is normally placed in full HIGH PITCH position before the engine is stopped? To prevent exposure and corrosion of the pitch changing mechanism To prevent hydraulic lock of the position when the oil cools. To prevent overheating of the engine during the next start.

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d.

To reduce engine temperatures more rapidly.

138. a. b. c. d.

The primary purpose of a propeller is to Create lift on the fixed airfoils of an aircraft, Build up enough slip streams to support the airfoils. Change engine horsepower to thrust. Provide static and dynamic stability of an aircraft in flight

139. a. b. c. d.

If fuel/air ratio is proper and ignition timing is correct, the combustion process should Be completed 20 to 30 before top center at the end of the compression stroke Be completed when the exhaust valve opens at the end of the power stroke Continue until the end of the exhaust stroke. Be completed just after top center at the beginning of the power stroke.

140. a. b. c. d.

When is the fuel/air mixture ignited, in a conventional reciprocating engine? When the piston has reached top dead center of the intake stroke. Just as the piston begins the power stroke. Shortly before the piston reaches the top of the compression stroke When the piston reaches top dead center at the end of the compression stroke

141. a. b. c. d.

On a servo tab operated elevator system if the pilot's control column is pushed forward The servo tabs will move down. The servo tabs will not move until the elevator begins to move The servo tabs will move up Both (I) and (2)

142. a. b. c.

For a given angle of bank, the load factor imposed on both the airplane and pilot in a coordinated constant attitude turn. Is constant. Is directly related to the airplane's gross weight Increases at a very slow rate beyond 45 degree of bank.

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d.

Varies with the rate of turn.

143. a. b. c. d.

What performance is characteristic of flight at maximum L/D in a propeller-driven airplane? Maximum endurance Best angle of climb Maximum coefficient of lift and minimum coefficient of drag Maximum range and maximum distance glide

144. a. b. c. d.

Normally the C of G movement is computed. Laterally Vertically Fore and aft along the longitudinal axis Along the horizontal axis

145. a. b. c. d.

The centre of gravity of an aircraft can be determined by Multiplying total weight by total moments Dividing total arms by total moments. Dividing total moments by total weight Multiplying total arms by total weight.

146. a. b. c. d.

When an aircraft's forward CG limit is exceeded; it will affect the flight characteristics Very light elevator control forces which make it easy to inadvertently over stress the aircraft Decreased stability and greater ease in establishing the proper landing and take off attitude. Improved performance since it reduces the induced drag. Higher stalling speeds and more longitudinal stability.

of the aircraft by producing

147. a.

Compression ratio is the ratio between the Piston travel on the compression stroke and on the intake stroke

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b. c. d.

Combustion chamber pressure on the combustion stroke and on the exhaust stroke Cylinder volume with piston at bottom dead center and at top dead center Fuel and air in the combustion chamber

148.

To maintain level cruising flight in an airplane which is loaded with the CG at the limit, an additional down load must be imposed on the horizontal stabilizer. This produces. As additional load which the wing must support A lesser load that must be supported by the wing, A decrease in drag and results in a faster airspeed. A decrease in drag and reduces the stalling speed.

forward in turn a. b. c. d.

149. a. b. c. d.

The propeller governor controls the Oil to and from the pitch changing mechanism Relief valve in the accumulator assemblies. Spring tension on the boost pump speeder spring. Linkage and counterweights from moving in and out.

150. a. b. c. d.

During the on speed condition of a propeller the Centrifugal force acting on the governor fly weight is greater than the tension of the speeder spring- overspeed Tension on the speeder spring is greater than the centrifugal force acting on the governor flyweights-underspeed Tension on the speeder spring is less than the centrifugal force acting on the governor flyweights Centrifugal force of the governor flyweights is equal to the speeder spring force

151. a. b. c.

What operational force causes the greatest stress on a propeller Aerodynamic twisting force-coarse pitch Centrifugal Force- outwards Thrust bending force-forward Page 30

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d.

Torque bending force-opposes rotation

152. a. b. c. d.

How does the aerodynamic twisting force affect operating propeller blades? It-tends to bend the blades opposite the direction of rotation. It tends to turn the blades to a high blade angle. It tends to .bend the blades forward. It tends to turn the blades to a low blade angle.

153. a. b. c. d.

In light airplane normal recovery from spins may become difficult if the Airspeed becomes too great CG is too far forward Spin entered too rapidly CG is too far rearward

154. a. b. c. d.

An aircraft has a maximum rate of climb of 150fpm in still air. Flying directly into a head wind of 20 M.P.H. the maximum rate of climb will be. Increased in direct proportion of the wind speed to the air speed. The same Approximately 20% greater Approximately 20% less

155. a. b. c. d.

A wing whose tips were lower than the root would be described as having Washout Wash in Anhedral Dihedral

156. a. b. c. d.

If an aircraft maintains a constant radius of turn but the speed is increased. The bank angle must be increased The bank angle must be decreased The bank angle will remain constant None of the above.

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157. a. b. c. d.

An aircraft flying straight and level at a steady IAS begins a banked turn keeping the The drag will remain constant The drag will increase The drag will decrease Only the induced drag will decrease

IAS constant.

158. a. b. c. d.

Stability about the longitudinal axis is given by Wing dihedral Elevators Ailerons Mass balancing of controls

159. a. b. c. d.

The airflow over the top surface of an aerofoil produces A smaller proportion of the total lift than the airflow past the lower surface. An equal proportion of the total to that produced by the airflow past the lower surface A greater proportion of the total lift than the airflow past the lower surface Equal proportion of lift in symmetrical aerofoil at optimum angle of attack

160. a. b. c. d.

The boundary layer of a body in a moving air stream is A thin layer of air over the surface where the air is stationary A layer of separated flow where the air is turbulent A layer of air over the surface where the airspeed is changing from free stream speed to zero speed The layer between transition and separation point

161. a. b. c.

At high speed, an aircraft will produce More induced drag than profile drag About the same profile drag as induced drag. More profile drag than induced drag.

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d.

Either of the above depending on TAS.

162. a. b. c. d.

The type of flap which extends backwards from the trailing edge as it is lowered is A split flap A Krueger flap A flower flap A slotted flap

163. a. b. c. d.

As airspeed is increased in level flight above maximum L/D speed, total drag of an airplane Decreased due to decreased induced drag Increases due to increased induced drag. Decreases due to decreased parasite drag. Increases due to increased parasite drag

164. a. b. c. d.

Which is true regarding the stalling speed of airplanes? A low speed is necessary to produce a stall The staling speed of a given airplane is not a fixed value. The stall speed of a given airplane is the same regardless of the flight maneuver A given airplane's" stalling speed is the same regardless of the angle of attack

165. a. b. c. d.

While feathering a propeller Hub is at positive angle of attack and tips are at neutral angle of attack Hub is at neutral and tips are at positive AOA Hub is at negative and tips are at neutral AOA None of the above

166. a. b.

Propeller blades push a parcel of air backward. This backward motion of air in turn a force on the propeller which carries it forward. This is based on Newton's Newton's 1st Low Ilnd Low

exerts

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c. d.

Newton's None

Illrd Low

167. a. b. c. d.

The blade angle of a propeller isSum of the angle of attack and Helix angle Sum of helix angle and pitch Sum of angle of attack and slip angle None of the above.

168. a. b. c. d.

The gas turbine engines are classified on the basis of Turbine compressor Vanes Combustor

169. a. b. c. d.

The cambered section of the propeller blade is called : Blade face Blade back Blade front None

170. a. b. c. d.

The flap shown in the diagram is Fowler flap Slotted flap Split flap Kruger flap

171. a. b. c.

The resultant aerodynamic force on a wing acts perpendicular to Chord Relative airflow Flight path

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d.

B and C

172. a. b. c. d.

The aerofoil shown in the diagram is Straight flow Aerofoil Laminar Aerofoil Turbulent Aerofoil Full flow Aerofoil

173. a. b. c. d.

The aspect ratio of a wing is 12. The area of the wing is 108 Sq. feet The span of the 36 42 36 Squared 12

wing

174. a. b. c. d.

Compression ratio is Ratio of pressure at the inlet and outlet of an engine. Ratio of volumes Ratio of pressures None

175. a. b. c. d.

If the wing loading of an aircraft is increased, stall speed of the aircraft will Decrease Increases Remain the same Cannot be determined

176. a. b. c. d.

When the slat is operated, it creates a slot by Rearward movement of slat Rightwards movement of slat. Forward movement of slat. None.

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177. a. b. c. d.

In straight and level flight, with increase in speed Induced drag increases. Induced drag remains same Induced drag decreases. It decreases to VMD and them increases

178. a. b. c. d.

the drag created by component which do not contribute to lift is Induced drag Profile drag Pressure drag Parasite drag.

179. is a. b. c. d.

The point where weight of an a/c considered to be concentrated in maneuvers of flight Centre of Gravity Centre of pressure Aerodynamic Weight centre None

180. a. b. c. d.

The streamline airflow over an aerofoil separates when. Boundary layer becomes laminar to the burnt Airflow encounters adverse pressure region Leading edge of the aircraft None

181. a. b. c. d.

The pitch of a propeller in CSU is controlled by Flyweight Throttle lever Governor None

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182. a. b. c. d.

In a constant speed propeller the mechanism which enables the pilot to change the pitch from coarse to fine as called ATM CSU Break Mechanism CTM

183. a. b. c. d.

The tree main section of a gas turbine engine are Combustion, compression. Turbine Compression, combustion, Turbine Combustion, Turbine, compression Combustion, Vane, Turbine

184. a. b. c. d.

The angle of thrust is known as Geometric Pitch Effective Pitch Experimental mean pitch Slip.

185. a. b. c. d.

The main sections of a gas turbine engine, turbine section are Rotor and stator Impeller and diffuser. Bucket and expander None

186. a. b. c. d.

The total power produced by an engine is Number of compression strokes per minute. Number of exhaust strokes per minute. Number of revolutions per minute. Number of power strokes per minute.

, where N is:

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187. a. b. c. d.

The power available to the propeller to do work is BHP IHP Frictional HP Mean Frictional HP

188. a. b.

In systematical Aerofoil. Camber line is an imaginary straight line joining leading edge and trailing edge. Camber is curved line between leading edge and ii-ailing edge.

189. a. b. c. d.

The spin axis of the rotor of the Attitude Indicator is Vertical Horizontal Horizontal and aligned with fore and aft axis None of the above

190. a. b. c.

The energy stored in batten is in the form of: Liquid current Chemical energy

191. a. b. c. d.

Ohms law gives a relation between I and V V and R I,V,R None

192. a. b. c.

VSI works on the principle of Difference in static pressure, Difference in barometric pressure Pilot pressure

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d.

None

193. a. b. c. d.

Amount of charge is measured by Volts Amperes Coulombs Farads

194. a. b. c.

In a constant level turn, the aircraft Is in equilibrium Speed remains same as it is not accelerating Is accelerating and speed increases.

195. a. b. c.

Viscosity of oil is high due to High engine temperature High Bearing pressure All the above

196. a. b. c. d.

In a constant speed propeller, throttle kept constant forward velocity is decreased There is a decrease in RPM because ofIncrease in propeller torque Decrease in propeller torque Propeller torque remains same. None of the above

197. a. b. c. d.

Maximum pressure in a turbine engine is at: Compressor outlet Compressor inlet Turbine outlet Tail pipe

198.

Heading indicator, attitude Indicator and turn indicator can be classified as

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a. b. c. d.

Gyro instruments Engine instrument Vacuum instruments Pressure instruments

199. a. b. c. d.

The voltage in the given circuit is 2V 12V 24V 36V

200. a. b. c. d.

In a DC The polarity remains same but magnitude changes Polarity remains constant but increase or decreases with open or close circuit Null polarity Polarity changes but magnitude remains the same.

201. a. b. c. d.

If pressure attitude is 2000 ft, Temperature is + 25C, the density attitude will be 3200 ft 2000 ft 4000 ft 5000 ft

202. a. b. c. d.

In a straight & level flight, your flight path and relative airflow are Perpendicular and Opposite Parallel and opposite. Vertically upwards None.

203. a.

When air changes from laminar to turbulent. Skin friction drag increases

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b. c.

Skin friction drag decreases Skin friction drag remains the same.

204. a. b. c. d.

CSD unit that is disconnected in flight due to malfunction such as over temp may be reconnected. Automatically the temp fails below in to the normal operating range. By the flight crew when the temp comes to the operating range. Only on the ground Both 1 and 2 correct

205. a. b. c. d.

A turn & slip indicator employs Tied gyro Earth gyro Rate gyro Ring lazer gyro

206.

Turbojet engine having high exhaust gas temp at desired engine pressure ratio for take ff indicates

207.

Where is water injected into a turbojet engine for cooling purposes

208. a. b. c. d.

When AC generator are operated in parallel the Amperes & freq must both be equal Freq & voltage must both be equal Amperes & voltage must both be equal Only voltage must be equal

209. a. b. c.

A CSD unit that is disconnected in flight due to malfunction such as over temp may be reconnected. During operation GPWS typically monitors the radio altimeter ADC Landing gear & flap position. The purpose of transformer rectifier unit in electrical system of an a/c is to

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d.

Only on ground

210. a. b. c. d.

In ant icing system of an a/c which of the following is correct Hot air is used to prevent ice formation at the inlet cowling of the engine The pneumatic rubber boots are used to remove ice formation Hot air is used to remove the ice formation by heating All the above are correct.

211. a. b. c. d.

The, charging method used in ac battery during flying is Constant current method Constant voltage method Kirchoffs law All the above are correct

212. a. b. c. d.

If altitude density ratio Ct, &, wing area are held constant stall speed (Vs.) of an aero plane. Increase with decrease of gross weight of the a/c Decrease with the increase of gross weight of the a/c Increase with increase of gross weight of the a/c Decrease inversely proportional to the gross wt of aero plane.

213. a. b. c. d.

The purpose of Cg movement envelopes is To the a/c with in wt. & balance limit. To by pas computation of Cg To give an expectable range of index no from any a/c wt from min to max. All the above.

214. a. b. c.

If an a/c electrical system automatic reset circuit breaker Are useful where only temper over load arc normally incorrect Must be used in all circuit different to safe operation of the a/c Should not be used as circuit protective devices.

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d.

Always eliminate need of a switch.

215. a. b. c. d.

The point at which steam following through a vapor cycle system gives up heat & changes to a gas to liquid is the Condenser Evaporation Expansion valve Compressor

216. a. b. c. d.

The primary function of cabin pressurization system out flow valve is to Provide protection against over pressurization Maintain the desire cabin pressure. Maintain the same cabin air press we at the altitude at. Operate safety valve

217. a. b. c. d.

What will be the result if the instrument static pressure the become disconnected a pressirced cabin during cruising flight. Altimeter & ASI will both read low. The altimeter & ASI will both read high. The altimeter will read low & ASI will read high The altimeter

inside

218. a. b. c. d.

Which channel of an autopilot defects changes in the pitch attitude of an a/c Elevator Adevon Rudder Aeliron & supplier

219.

During flight on a/c with a fixed pitch prop suffer a drop in RPM at a fixed throttle Following this the engine begins to run roughly in determines the cause, the first suspect. Fuel starvation A faculty tacho meter

setting. a. b.

pilot should

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c. d.

Foving of the spark plug Carb icing

220.

The entire horizontal surface of the empennage that can be adjusted from the cockpit at the complete, unit for the purpose of controlling the pitch attitude or trim of the airplane is referred to as

a. b. c. d.

Slab tails Flying tails Stabilator All the above are correct

221. a. b. c. d.

Which of the full in term as seco flight control Magnetic variation Magnetic deviation Magnetic fluctuation All the above are correct

222. a. b. c. d.

A wing has a aspect ratio of 12 & an area of 108 Sqft, then span. 36 9 8.46 42

223. a. b. c. d.

Smoke detectors which use a measurement of tied trancbility in the air are called, Electro mechanically devices Photo electrical devices Visual devices Electro emission devices

224. a.

The correct inflation pressure for an a/c tyre can be obtained Tyre manufacture space

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b. c. d.

Operator manual Information stamp on the wheel Airplane air frame log book

225. Ans.

Radar altimeter determines height by transmitting a signal & receiving back a reflected signal.

226.

Aircraft fuse capacity is rated in amperes

227. Ans.

What wilt result if auxiliary ambient ventilation is selected during pressurization flight at cruising att. Increase cabin attitude

while

228.

Purpose of dump valve in a pressurized a/c is to relieve All positive pressure from cabin

229. Ans.

Primary function of cabin pressurization system outflow valve is to. Maintain the desired cabin pressure.

230. Ans.

Which of the following is ultimate limiting factor of turbojet engine operation Turbine inlet temperature

231. a. b. c. d.

In flight turbine engine flame out are usually caused by High EGT Interruption of inlet airflow Fouling of primary igniter plugs Fuel nozzle clogging

232. Ans.

Effect on a/c performance with forward cg location A/c will stall at a higher speed

233. Ans.

Disadvantage of turbo prop a/c Cant fly at high altitude

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234. Ans.

In an air conditioning system of an a/c Temp selector is used to select the desired air in cabin

235. Ans.

Hydraulic system of an a/c is activated by Engine driven pump (EDP) or electric motor.

236. Ans.

Purpose of APU is to provides Pneumatic power as well as electrical power on ground

237. Ans.

In flight if there is a pressurization failure, the pilots action is to Descent the a/c at lower altitude (10000 Ft.)

238. Ans.

For what purpose is the intake & exhaust valves of same engines designed to over lap. To improve the volumetric efficiency of engine.

239. Ans.

If the airplane operated in stedy flight at (L/D) more the total drag is. Minimum

240. a. b. c. d.

An additional static vent is included in a static system to Eliminate instrument error caused by differ in static press which may occur when a/c yaw Show ensure adequate static press under severe icing condition Take into acceleration direction of winds None above is correct

241. a. b. c. d.

Generating system to an a/c charges the battery using Constant current & varying voltage Constant volume & varying current Constant volume & constant current None of the above

242.

The reciprocating engine power will decrease at all altitude

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a. b. c. d.

If the air density increase If the humidity increase Manifold press increase All the above

243. a. b. c. d.

In most reciprocating engine automatic propeller synchronization is accomplished through the altitude Throttle lever Propeller control lever Propeller governor None of the above

244. a. b. c. d.

For T/o of the constant speed prop is normally fitted in High RPM Low RPM Low pitch high RPM High pitch low RPM

245. a. b. c. d.

A lift transducer is normally fitted To the nose area of the a/c On the elevator control system On the wing leading edge On the stabilizer.

246. a. b. c. d.

If the cabin rate of climb is too great, the control should be adjusted to cause the outflow valve to close slower cabin compressor speed to increase Outflow valve to close faster Cabin compressor speed to decrease

247. Ans.

Stability about the longitudinal axis is given by wing Dihedral

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248. a. b. c. d.

A/c generator that are driven by a constant speed drive mechanism are used to regulate the alternator to a constant Voltage out put Hertz out put Ampere out put All above are correct

249. Ans.

If altitude density ratio cxmic v/s wing area are held constant stall speed of an a/c Increase with increase of gross weight of an a/c

250. Ans.

When air becomes less dense at high altitude It reduces the lift because thin air exerts less force on aerofoil.

251.

Different Type of alerons are used as control on a/c

252.

An airplane that has a tendency to gradually increase Pitching movement that has been set into motion has Poor longitudinal stability

253.

Purpose of wing slats is to Decrease Stalling speed.

254.

What will be the result if the instrument static pressure line becomes disconnected inside a pressurized cabin during cursing flight The altimeter will read low & ASI will read low

255.

If an a/c accelerates to double of its speed in steady flight conditions. Induced drag will be reduced to 1/4

256. a. b. c. d.

The function of the auto propeller synchronizing piston of multi engine a/c is To control the tip speed of all propeller To Control engine RPM 65 reduce vibration To control the power out put of all engine All above are correct.

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257. a. b. c. d.

Extending the flaps causes A small decrease in lift A small increase in lift & greater proportion increase in drag i.e. L/D ratio is decreased L/D ratio increase As in (1) 6s flight path shall be progressively steeper following the extension of each stage.

258. a. b. c. d.

The air speed indicator operates from the application of Pilot pressure Static pressure Pitot & static pressure Dynamic & static

259. a. b. c. d.

The purpose of APU is to provide Electric power to an a/c irrespective of flight level. Pneumatic power as well as electrical power on ground. Power boot during T/O along with engine power. Pneumatic power to restart the failed engine in flight.

260. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following is likely to cause thermal RWY in ni - ed battery. High thermal resistance condition Excessive current drawn from battery Constant current charging of the battery to more than 100% of its capacity. Whenever charge with constant voltage beyond its rated capacity.

261. a. b. c. d.

The purpose of transformer rectified unit in the electrical system of the a/c Make alternating current to direct current. Make DC to AC Run all the transformer fitted to the a/c All the above are wrong

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262. a. b. c. d.

The purpose of pressurization in the a/c is to Provide current to the passenger of the a/c Fly the a/c at high altitude Release cabin air to out board3 All above are correct.

263. a. b. c. d. e.

Which are the two basic element of the turbine section in a turbine engine Impeller & diffuser Stator & Rotor Impeller & Rotor Stator & Diffuser Bucket and expander

264. a. b. c. d.

What is the primary factors which controls the pressure by of an Axial flow compressor No of stages in compressor Motor diameter Compressor inlet pressure Compressor inlet temp

265. a. b. c. d.

Under standards condition at sea level pressure, pressure exerted on human body by 28.8 kg/m 14.7 kg 14.7 kg/M2 14.7 IBS/Inch2

the it of the atmosphere around is approximately.

266. a. b. c. d.

Static electricity constitute of fire hazard because Metal component becomes very hot & ignite inflammable gases & material. Spark occurs due to diff in potential & ignites inflammable gases. A/c tyres become heavily charge & may burst on landing. High potent ional build up.

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267. Ans.

An a/c with fixed pitch propeller if speed is decrease because Prop torque has decreased

268.

During flight an a/c with fixed pitch prop suffers" a drop in RPM at a fixed throttle following this, the engines begins to run roughly In determining cause, the should first suspect.

setting pilot Ans.

Crab Icing

269. Ans.

Diffuser vanes located in super charges section of radial engine are designed to Increase the pressure of fuel air change

perform

270. a. b. c. d.

For take off, a constant speed propeller is set in High pitch low RPM position High pitch position Low pitch - high RPM position Low pitch position

271. Ans.

A Co2 hand held fire extinguisher may be used on electrical fire if Handle is insulated

272. Ans.

Static discharge help eliminate radio interferences by dissipating static electricity into Low voltage levels

the atmosphere at

273. Ans.

An aero plane magnetic compass is swung at specific operating internal in order to determine the Compass deviation

274. Ans.

The most likely condition to cause he landing gear warning signal to sound Landing gear not locked down & throttle retracted.

275.

Dutch roll is a combination yawing & rolling oscillation that affects many swept wing aircraft is counteracted with

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Ans.

A yaw dampar, system

276. Ans.

As air becomes less dense, it reduce Lift because the thin air exerts less force on the aerofoil

277. a. b. c. d.

What is the basic operational sequence for reducing the power out put of an engine equipped with a constant speed propeller Increase the manifold pressure then the RPM Reduce the manifold pressure then the RPM Increase the RPM then the manifold pressure Decrease the RPM then the manifold pressure

278. a. b. c. d.

What type of oxygen system uses the re-breather bay type mark Diluter demand Continuous flow Demand flow All the above

279. Ans.

In the constant speed propeller system the function of governor is to Maintain the selected engine speed by varying the pitch of the propeller blade

280. a. b. c.

The purpose of flag on in HSI to indicate Receiver is not tuned to prop freq As in (1) & signal being received is unreliable As in (2) & to call attention to deviation from desired setting.

281. a. b. c. d.

If the airplane is loaded to the rear of its CG it will tend to be Unstable about its lateral axis Sluggish in aeliron control Unstable about it longitudinal axis Sluggish in rudder controls.

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282. a. b. c. d.

To increase the rate of turn & decrease the radius at the same time a pilot should. Steepen the bank & increase the air speed Shallow the bank & increase the air speed Shallow the bank & increase the air speed Steepen the bank & decrease airspeed

283.

What is the purpose of a fuel tank vent To maintain atmosphere pressure.

284. a. b. c. d.

A stick Shakar is activated At stall Both sensor indicates stall At the predetermined speed above the stall All the above are correct.

285. a. b. c. d.

When an a/c forward CG limit is exceeded it will affect the flight characteristics of the a/c by producing. Very light elevator control forces which make it easy to inadvertently over stress by a/c Decrease stability & greater case in establishing proper landing & take of attitude Improve Performance since it reduces the induce drag Higher stalling speed & more long stability

286. a. b. c. d. e.

If the oil quantity is below the min as seen on the dipstick if engine are run There will not be any change in oil temp, but The oil pressure will be to low Oil temp will increase & oil press fluctuate Both oil temp & oil press will be to low or placate. None of the above in are correct.

287.

What method is used to detect the thermal discharge of a built in fire extinguisher system

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A rapture of the red plastic disc in the method discharge line

288. a. b. c. d.

The highest velocity of the gas flowing through gas turbine is found in the Turbine Compressor Diffuser Combuster

289. a. b. c. d.

The horse power developed in the cylinder of the reciprocating engine is known as Shaft horse power Indicated horse power Release cabin air out board All the above

290. a. b. c. d.

The stator vane in flow compressor Convert velocity energy in to press energy Convert pressure energy into velocity Energy Direct air into- stage rotor vane at a proper angle Pick Up& add energy of accelerate out word by centrifugal force

291. a. b. c. d.

With which system is diff. control associates Trim Elevator Aileron Flap

292. a. b. c. d.

What will happen if flaps is operated beyond the more speed allow Flaps operation will be disabled Aero plane will, bank to the left. Air frame satellite will be over stressed Flaps indicator will be damaged.

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293. a. b. c. d.

Mark the correct statement relating to air flow over a wing of flying a/c Static press on the upper surface of wing Dynamic press on the upper surface of, wings Static press on the lower surface is than upper Dynamic press on the lower surface is than upper.

294. a. b. c. d.

The actual lift generated by the wing of an a/c depends upon Shape Angle of attack Shape & AOA Air speed

295. a. b. c.

Deflecting the control column forward Elevator goes down causing an increase airflow beneath the tail plane The tail plane moves up due to increase air flow over the tail As in a & nose more down

296.

An emergency locator transmitter '( ELI) battery must be capable of furnishing power

for signal transmission of at least 48 hours

297.

Fries Type Aileron is used to Reduce the Adverse yaw

298.

In Modern aircraft EICAS means Engine indicating & crew Alerting system

299. Ans.

When a landing gear safety switch on a main landing strut closes at lift off, which is are deactivated. Antiskid system.

system

300. a. b.

When stating ON turbine Engine Hot start is indicated if the EGT exceeds specified limits Excessively lean mix is likely to cause hot stat

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c. d.

Release the stator switch as soon as indication of light off occurs. Both 1 & 3 are correct

301. Ans.

Which off the following engine variable is most critical during turbine engine Turbine inlet Temperature

operation

302. a. b. c. d.

A cool of period to shut down of a turbine engine is accomplished in order to Allow the turbine wheel to cool before the contract around it. Prevent Vapour lock in the fuel control or fuel line Prevent freezer of engine bearing All the above are correct.

303. a. b. c. d.

The function of the fire detection system is To discharge the power plant fire exiting wing system at the origin of the fire To activate the working device In the event of a power plant fire To identify the location of the fire All the above

304. a. b. c. d.

The purpose of trimming devices in aero plane is To alter the altitude of aero plane To reduce steady press on the control column To change CG & CP To assist long stability

305. a. b. c. d.

The Aoa of an aerofoil in a given air flow is increased Lift & drag Lift will & drag will Flaps indicator will be damaged Lift & drag increase

306.

As per bernollie principal

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a. b. c. d.

Static press plus dynamic press ( related to speed equal a const total press) Lift equals it of a/c Thrust equals drag Static press equals dynamic press (related to speed.)

307. a. b. c. d.

A hydraulic motor converts fluid pressure to Linear motion Rotary motion Angular motion Vertical motion

308. a. b. c. d.

What components of a pressurization system prevent the cabin altitude from Becoming higher than airplane altitude Cabin rate of descent control Negative pressure relief valve Supercharge over speed valve Compression ratio limit switch

309. a. b. c. d.

If the cabin rate of climb is too great, the control should be adjusted to cause the Outflow valve to close slower Cabin compressor speed to increase Outflow valve to close faster cabin compressor speed to decrease

310. a. b. c. d.

The air delivered to the cabin for pressurization is All ram air Recirculated air Mixture of fresh air and recirculated air Coolant air

311.

The most common method by which cabin humidity is increased is

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a. b. c. d.

To inject water into the cabin blower To use an atomised water supray in the cabin To use a venture humidifier Sprary by a jet pump

312. a. b. c. d.

In gas turbine engine, combustion occurs at a constant Volume Pressure Velocity Density

313. a. b. c. d.

In two parcels of air with the same temperature, the one which has greatest density. Has the lower pressure Has the higher pressure. Has zero pressure. Has the same pressure as that of the lowest density.

314. a. b. c. d.

If the heated air is confined in a container and is unable to expand, its pressure Will fall Will rise even though its density will have remained constant Will not have any effect Will rise resulting in increase of density

315. a. b. c. d.

The altitude in the ISA which has the same air density as the actual altitude is Pressure altitude True altitude Density altitude True air altitude.

316. a.

Atmospheric air density reduces at: A steady rate up to the tropopause

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b. c. d.

At a rapid rate initially, and then at a reducing rate as altitude is gained At a rate which is solely dependent on pressure. None of the above is applicable.

317.

Air density, which is vital to aerodynamic and engine performance, is difficult to directly. Fortunately, there are two other properties of air which give a good air density and are easy to measure. They are Humidity and viscosity Humidity and temperature Pressure and viscosity Pressure and temperature

measure a. b. c. d.

indication of

318. a. b. c. d.

In a symmetrical aerofoil section, the mean camber line is Coincident with the chord. Coincident with the upper surface of the section A curve None of the above

319. a. b. c. d.

The wing loading is a value which is Gross weight divided by span The ratio of the wing area to the weight of the aircraft. The total load, the wine will carry The gross weight of the airplane divided by the wing area.

320. a. b. c. d.

The characteristics which tends to cause the aircraft to fly (hands oft) in a steady in a steady altitude along a constant path is termed as Stability Maneuverability Controllability Both a & b.

321.

In the following figure the aircraft is subjected to

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a. b. c. d.

Dynamic instability Natural dynamic stability Positive dynamic stability Negative static stability

322. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following speeds would be affected by a change in the speed and direction of the wind The speed of sound The true air speed The ground speed The indicated airspeed

323. a. b. c. d.

The ice which is caused by the sudden drop in temperature as the air expands when passing in ventury and butterfly section of the carburettor passage is Throttle ice Fuel ice Impact ice Refrigeration icing

324. a. b. c. d.

Aviation oils are classified numerically and the numbers used indicate the Year/month of manufacturer Degree of viscosity Flash point limits Degree of volatility

325. a. b. c. d.

The disadvantage (s) of a centrifugal flow compressor are High pressure rise per stage Large frontal area for a given airflow As in (2) and more than two stages are not practical As in (1) and low starting power requirements.

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326. a. b. c. d.

With in the combustion chambers the burned fuel/air mixture Increase in volume Reduces in volume Maintains a constant volume Slightly increase in velocity

327. a. b. c. d.

With the increase in altitude, the compressor load would Increase Remains in volume Decrease None of the above

328. a. b. c. d.

A free turbine is Not connected to the compressor. Connected to me LP compressor. Connected to the HP compressor. Connected to the HP compressor of a two spool engine.

329. a. b. c. d.

In a gas turbine engine EOT is shown by EOT indicator, EOT is an engine operating limit and is used to. Monitor the mechanical integrity of the turbines Check Engine operating conditions Both a & b Monitor the mechanical integrity of the compressor blade

330. a. b. c. d.

The instruments connected to the pitot static system includes Air speed indicator The altimeter The vertical speed indicator All of the above

331.

The Calibrated airspeed corrected for air density error, is

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a. b. c. d.

True airspeed Indicated airspeed Equivalent airspeed Total airspeed

332. a. b. c. d.

In a four Stroke Engine, when the piston is .it the Top Dead Center. There is a minimum, space in the cylinder There is no space in the cylinder There is a maximum space in the cylinder It is known to be at its lowest point of travel

333. a. b. c. d.

Compressor Ratio is The Ratio of volumes The measure of increase of pressure in the cylinder The ratio of temp, difference The ratio cylinder head temperature to cylinder volume

334. a. b. c. d.

During power stroke as ihe piston is forced down the cylinder, the gas temperature will Reduce Increase Remain same Remain same and immediately during exhaust stroke, it increase

335. a. b. c. d.

The basic principle on which the four stroke cycle engine operates, is based on Kelvin cycle Plank cycle Clausius cycle None of the above

336. a.

Valve overlap is designed to aid in Cooling the cylinder internally

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b. c. d.

Increasing the amount of the fuel/air mixture induced into the cylinder, Scavenging the by products of combustion All of the above

337. a. b. c.

For a multi cylinder reciprocating engine, the total piston displacement may be by Dividing the G.S. area of the cylinder by the piston distance the piston moves in the cylinder. As in (i) and it should be further multiplied by the number of, cylinder. Multiplying the C.S. area of the cylinder by the total distance the piston moves in the cylinder.

obtained

338. a. b. c.

Friction Horse power is The indicated horse power minus brake horse power The indicated horse power plus the brake horse power friction of moving parts Both are a & b.

339. a. b. c. d.

In any magnet, which of the following is more active magnetically North pole South pole Both north and south pole Central part of the magnet

340. a. b. c. d.

Assume the voltage across a fan is 12 volts and the current through it is 2 amperes. will be the fans resistance 10 Ohms 24 Ohms 14 Ohms 6 Ohms

What

341. a.

Starter motor draws 70 amperes at a potential of 24 volts. Compute the wattage of this electrical unit 1680 watts

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b. c. d.

94 watts 46 watts None of the above

342. a. b. c. d.

What is the reason(s) for using alternative current in aircrafts AC voltages can be increased very efficiently with transformers and they operate more efficiently at high altitudes AC devices are much simpler and consequently are fess prone to trouble than are DC devices AC units are much lighter All the above

343. a. b. c. d.

The aircraft flight manual for a specific aircraft Forms part of the aircrafts C of A Must be used to determine the pertinent operation regulations for the particulars aircraft Will include' information in respect of the aircrafts operating limitations All the above statements are correct

344. a. b. c. d.

The principle on which the vertical speed indicator works is. based on The change of barometric pressure Echo reflection principle Difference between - impact and static pressure The difference between static and dynamic pressure.

345. a. b. c.

Which of the following will limit the operation of directional Gyro 2 The gyro requires from 4 to 6 incites of mercury vacuum to operate It should not be used for take off until it has run for 6 minutes All the above

346. a.

The gyrosyn compass Combines the function of both the directional gyro and magnetic compass

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b. c. d.

As in (1) and provides a stable compass heading in rough air As in (2) and in North seeking like a magnetic compass As in (3) but is free from northerly turning error and oscillation.

347. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following are true with respect to the True Air Speed TAS is the actual speed of the aero plane relative to air. True airspeed usually exceeds indicated airspeed True airspeed is important for Navigation purposes. All the above

348. a. b. c. d.

Assume there's an ICE formation over the static vent, on a climb out. Now the Will over read the actual altitude Will under read the actual altitude. Will read zero Will read the maximum altitude, available on the indicator.

altimeter.

349. a. b. c. d.

Effective pitch of a propeller is The distance actually it advances in one revolution The distance a propeller should advance in one revaluation The difference between the geometric pitch the theoretical pitch All the above statements are not applicable

350. a. b. c. d.

A fouled spark plug may show Intermittent missing of the engine at all speeds. Having small park gap Either (I) and (2) or both Disconnection of its magneto wire

351. a. b.

Electric circuits are protected from overheating by means of Thermocouples Shunts

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c. d.

Fuses Solenoids

352. a. b. c. d.

Assume a body in motion or visualize the effect of moving a Oat plate at right angles lo the airflow as shown in the following figure. The drag produced in this case is From drag Skin friction drag Interference drag Inducted drag Cc If it is possible to have an infinite aspect ratio, the induced drag will of course be equal 1 0 2 None of the above

353. to a. b. c. d.

354.

The following figure shows two different wings of an aircraft. The lifting area of wings shown in

a. b. c. d.

Fig A is greater than Fig B Fig A and Fig B are same Fig A is lesser that Fig B None of the above

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355. it a. b. c. d.

.tends to prevent or delay the breakaway of the boundary layer by regenerating Spoilers Wing fences Vortex generators Slots

356. a. b. c. d.

Constant speed propeller, during take off, ft is at a Lower propeller blade angle Higher propeller blade angle Lower blade pitch Either a or c

357. a. b. c. d.

The time necessary to feather a propeller depends upon The size of the oil passage from the propeller to engine The force exerted by spring As in (2) and counter weights All the above

358. a. b. c. d.

Coarse pitch in reference to a propeller Is used for take off Also is known as increase rpm Is used for cruise Should be selected for landing

359. a. b. c. d.

When the propeller is revolving at a constant rpm propeller torque and engine torque Equal Equal & opposite Opposite Resulting in a tendency to roll the airplane in a direction opposite to the rotation of the propeller.

will be

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360. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following statements are true with respect to propeller A coarse pitch propeller is best suited for high speed cruise and to high altitude flight, A fine pitch propeller gives the best performance during take off and climb. Fine pitch is also sometimes know as low pitch and as increase rpm All are true

361. a. b. c. d.

A constant speed propeller that operates on counterweight principle should be shifted to coarse pitch before the engine is being stopped. The reason This protects the bearing surfaces which are oils from collecting foregoing matter This procedure empties the propeller cylinder of oil. which might otherwise congeal in cold weather. This action will allow the oil pressure 10 build up adequate Both (1) and (2) are applicable.

362. a. b. c. d.

If the heated air is confined in a container, and is unable to expand, its pressure will. Fall Rise Remain same Fall, even through its density will have remained constant

363. the a. b. c. d.

In different masses of air with the same pressure, that with the lowest temperature has Highest density Lowest density Same density as of the other All the above statements are wrong

364. a. b. c.

Atmospheric air density reduces at a Rate which is solely dependent on pressure Steady rate up to tropo - pause Steady rate up to strato pause

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d.

Rapid rate initially, and then at a reducing rate as altitude is gained

365. be. a. b. c. d.

Two locations have the same atmospheric temperature and pressure. At, one however, the air is very dry, while at the other, humidity, is high. The airplane performance will Better at the dry location Same at both locations Better at the humid location Increased in humid and decreased in dry location

366. a. b. c. d.

is the altitude in the ISA which has the same air density as the actual Pressure altitude Actual altitude Density altitude Humidity altitude

altitude

367. a. b. c. d.

With reference to the same above graph, what is the stalling angle? (If any) There is no stalling angle, since the graph does not represent any list curve 6 14 18

368. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following statement is true gas turbine engines? At the lower engine speeds, thrust increases rapidly with small increases in RPM At the higher engine speeds, thrust increase rapidly with small increases in RPM Gas turbine engines operate less efficiently at high altitudes due to the lower temperature encountered. The thrust delivered per pound of air consumed is less at high altitude than at low altitude.

369.

What is the first engine instrument indication of a successful start of a turbine engine?

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a.

EGT

370. a. b. c. d.

The stalling speed of an aircraft will be highest when the aircraft is loaded with a Higher gross weight and aft CG Low gross weight and forward CG Low gross weight and aft CG High gross weight and forward CG

371. a. b. c. d.

In airspeed indicators, airspeed is measured by comparing the difference between Pitot and ram pressure Still and static pressure Pitot and static pressure Still and duel pressure

372. a. b. c. d.

What is adjusted in a magnet-c compass to correct for deviation The strength of the compass magnets is varied. The compass magnets are moved either closer together or further apart. Compensating magnets are rotated to cancel the interfering magnetic field The compass card is moved relative to the magnet.

373. a. b. c. d.

The altitude indicators displays the direct picture of: Climbing altitude Take off altitude Descending altitude Aircraft altitude

374. a. b. c. d.

The construction and operation of the heading indicator is based upon the principle of: Gyroscopic rigidity Gyroscopic precession Both a & b Differential pressure datum

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375. a. b. c. d.

Hydraulic Fuses operate on the principle(s) off Direction of flow Rate of flow Volume of flow Both b & c.

376. a. b. c.

If the cabin rate of climb is too great, the cabin pressurization controls should be adjusted to cause the Outflow valve to close slower Cabin compressor speed-to increase Outflow valve to close faster

377. a. b. c. d.

The location of ice formation is at (He 'pilot tubes', which of the following heat method Electrical Pneumatic Thermal Alcohol

of control is best suited at this location

378. a. b. c. d.

In order to reduce any tendency for the controls to flutter during flight it is usual to Attach a fixed tab to the failing edge of the control surface Incorporate some form of mass balance Arrange the hinge line to be ahead of the C of G of the control surface Design the control surface with a horn shaped tip.

379. a. b. c. d.

Aerodynamic balance can be achieved by Arranging for a portion of the control surface ahead of the hinge line. Attaching metal strip at the trailing edge of the particular control surface As in a & which result in protruding into the path of airflow, resulting in balance. AS in b and which results in protruding into the path of airflow, resulting in balance.

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380. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following affect(s) the strength of a magnetic field produced by an electro magnet? The material used for the core of the coil The number of turns in the coil the amount of electron flow in the coil All the above.

381. a. b. c. d.

A flow rate of one coulomb per one second is One ampere One volt One watt Mill volt

382. a. b. c. d.

One micro volt is equal to 1000 volts 181000 volts I/I 0000 volts 1/100000 volts

383. a. b. c. d.

A 1000 watt, 50 volt room heater would use..amps of current: 20 200 5000 950

384. a. b. c.

Which of the following applies to secondary cells in batteries Secondary cells are not producers of electricity. They are rather storage facilities Secondary cells arc normally used as a stand by and used in the absence of primary cells Secondary cells are a form of electrical generator in which a chemical action takes place to produce a flow of cells

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d.

Secondary cells, during the process, losses one of its materials which cannot be restored.

385. a. b. c. d.

Which component of the constant speed propeller system is considered as RPM device? Propeller governor Propeller counterweights Fly weights Propeller shank

sensing

386. a. b. c. d.

Feathering propeller systems have the ability to rotate the propeller blades to an approximate blade angle of 180o 270o 90o 360o

387. a. b. c. d.

When a propeller goes into reverse The blades rotate below the low blade angle and into a negative angle It forces air forward to provide a negative thrust. The engine does not rotate in the direction opposite to normal rotation All the above statements are applicable

388. a. b. c. d.

Reversing propellers have the advantage(s) of: Decreasing the length of me landing roll Reducing the brake wear Increasing the ground maneuverability All the above

389. a. b.

The general principle of the engine is to Convert more of the fuel energy into temperature Convert more of the fuel energy into pressure

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c. d.

Deliver power through a shaft to operate something other than a propeller Transmit increased power forward, through a shaft and gear train

390. a. b. c. d.

With reference to propeller, pitch distribution is The increase in blade angle from tip to hub The decrease in blade angle from the hub to the tip The area between the propeller plane of rotation and the chord line of the propeller airfoil section The flat side area of the blade facing the pilot.

391. a. b. c. d.

The propeller blade angle is measured at each of the blade stations, the blade angle near the center of the propeller will be Highest Lowest Highest with a decrease in blade angle toward the tip Lowest with a increase in blade angle toward the tip.

392. a. b. c. d.

Constant speed propellers uses a: Fixed force to cause a decrease in blade angle Variable force to cause a decrease in blade angle Fixed force to cause a decrease or increase in blade angle Variable force to cause a increase or decrease in blade angle

393. a. b. c. d.

A stroke is represented by the total piston movement. This moment is equal to 90 of crankshaft rotation 45of crankshaft rotation 180 of crankshaft rotation 360 of crankshaft rotation

394. a.

Which type of oil is normally recommended for engine lubrication in case of piston engines? Petrol based oil.

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b. c. d.

Synthetic oil. Straight mineral oil. Phosphor based oil.

395. a. b. c. d.

The function (s) of the fuel metering system in an aircraft engine is (are) Weight the amount of air entering the engine. Meter the proper amount of fuel as per the amount of air admitted Mix the fuel & air and distribute the fuel-air mixture to cylinders All the above

396. a. b. c. d.

With respect to super charging, which of the following statement(s) is (are) true? With a normally aspirated engine it is not possible to have a manifold pressure higher than the existing atmospheric pressure. With a super charged engine, the manifold pressure may be increased to any amount the engine manufacturer will allow. 40 to 45 inches of mercury, absolute, are common values for the take off manifold pressure of some supercharged engines. All the above are true.

397. a. b. c. d.

In case of turbo charger, the centrifugal compressor attached to it is driven by the In take air Exhaust gases drive turbine Hydraulic motor connected to turbine. Pneumatic starter

398. a. b. c. d.

The greatest single factor influencing the construction features of any gas turbine is the type offor which the engine is designed. Combustion chamber Turbine Exhaust Compressor

engine

399.

The amount of air passing through a gas turbine engine is dependent upon

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a. b. c. d.

The density of the ambient air. The forward speed of the aircraft. The compressor speed (RPM) All the above

400. a. b. c. d.

In every object there is one point at which a single force, equal in magnitude to the weight of the object and directed upward, can keep the body at rest. This point is Center of pressure Specific gravity Center of gravity Loading point

401. a. b. c. d.

The pressure is equal to Pitot pressure + dynamic pressure Dynamic Pressure - pitot pressure Pitot pressure X dynamic pressure Pitot pressure - dynamic pressure

402. a. b. c. d.

True air speed may be obtained by : Correcting CAS for compressibility error Correcting IAS for pressure error Dividing CAS by IAS Dividing the HAS by the -square root of the relative density

403. a. b. c. d.

A disturbed, unpredictable flow of air with eddying is called: Turbulent flow Laminar flow Interrupted flow Disrupted flow

404. a.

When an airfoil is at the angle of attack for best lift/drag ratio, the total reaction is: At a right angle to the effective airflow

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b. c. d.

Parallel with the relative airflow At a right angle to the relative airflow As near to a right angle to the relative airflow as it can be

405. a. b. c. d.

Wing tip and trailing edge vortices combine to induce an additional downwash behind the wing. The downwash reduces theangle of attack. Effective Geometric Mean Relative

406. a. b. c. d.

When trailing edge flaps are lowered : CL & CD increases The L/D ratio is reduced The stalling angle of attack is reduced and CP moves rearward above are applicable, All the above are applicable

407. a. b. c. d.

The effects) of slat/slot are (is): Separation is delayed and the pressure envelope over the upper surface 'flattened out. The stall is delayed and will occur at a higher angle of attack CL max is increased. Points a, b & c are all applicable

408. a. b. c. d.

Some wings are designed with washout in order to : Improve lateral stability Avoid wing tip stalling Reduce the effects of adverse yaw Prevent stalling from the wing roots first.

409.

In different masses of air with the same temperature, that with the highest pressure

hasthe:

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a. b. c. d.

Lowest density Highest density Highest potential energy Both a &c.

410. a. b. c. d.

ISA conditions assume a pressure lapse rate of ..hpa for every .......... ft. gain in altitude from sea level upto about 5000 ft 2,40 1,60 1,30 1.32,40

411. at: a. b. c. d.

Two locations have the same atmospheric temperature & pressure. At one, however,

the air is very dry, while at the other, humidity is high. Aircraft Performance will be better Dry location Humid location Both the locations Aircraft performance will have no effects

412. a. b. c. d.

In the troposphere, of the atmosphere, out of pressure, density and temperature, of the following decreases with altitude? Only temperature Only pressure Only density All the above

which

413. a. b. c. d.

The worst density (and therefore performance) conditions are those with a .pressure and temperature: High, high Low, high High, low Low, low

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414. a. b. c. d.

Assume that, if actual conditions art the same as ISA conditions, then density altitude Same as actual altitude Greater than actual altitude Lower than actual altitude None of the above is applicable

will be.

415. a. b. c. d.

An aircraft is in motion. If the forces acting on the aircraft are in equilibrium, this that, it is : At rest Either at rest or moving with a constant velocity Not accelerating Accelerating

means

416. a. b. c. d.

The storage pressure range for a high pressure pneumatic system, normally ranges 2000 2000 PSI 1000 3000 PSI 100 150 PSI 500 1000 PSI

from :

417. a. b. c. d.

The air conditioning systems which utilize air turbine refrigerating units to supply Water cycle systems Vapour cycle systems Air Cycle systems Liquid Cycle system

cooled air are referred to as :

418. a. b. c.

When an aircraft is equipped with more than one engine : A separate log book should be maintained for each engine It is not mandatory to maintain two different log books. Then, an additional sheet describing details of the no. 2 engine can be affixed to the main log book.

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d.

Any of me above can be followed.

419. a. b. c. d.

The allowable variation of center of gravity location is called The CG maneuverability The CG range Stability of CG CG limit

420. a. b. c. d.

The plane or line in air plane, used as a reference, in order to show relative location of objects is termed as: Datum line Datum Reference datum Either a, b or c

421. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following response are / is correct The CG will remain at a constant fixed point on the aircraft during flight The centre of lift (center of pressure) is arranged by the designer is that if the aircraft is loaded correctly, it will always remain ahead of the CG The couple formed by thrust and drag will balance out the couple formed by lift & weight All the above are wrong

422. a. b. c. d.

If the CG of an aircraft is moved aft, the tail leer arm will be: Increased and the longitudinal stability is increased Decreased and the longitudinal stability is increased Decreased but this will not affect the degree of longitudinal stability Decreased and aircrafts longitudinal stability will decrease

423. a. b.

The EWCG is the CG of an aircraft in: Extra weight condition Empty weight condition

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c. d.

Excess weight position None of the above

424. a. b. c. d.

In a four stroke cycle engine, it produces one power stroke for One complete revolutions of the crankshaft Each two complete revolutions of the crankshaft Four strokes of the piston Either b or c

425. a. b. c. d.

In air craft having more than one battery The extra one is used as a standby and serves in the failure of other battery The batteries are usually connected in series. The batteries are usually connected in parallel. None of the above is applicable.

426. is a. b. c. d.

The manual associated with the C OF A containing limitations within which the aircraft to be considered airworthy and instruction and informations necessary to the flight members for the safe operation of the aircraft is Operation manual Maintenance manual Quality control manual Flight manual

crew

427. a. b. c. d.

The manual which is not required to be approved by DGCA but the contents of which may influence DGCA decision concerning grant of approval is. QC manual Engineering organisation manual Operation manual Flight manual

428. a.

A certificate of Airworthiness is issued in a particular 'category1'- In respect of light aircraft, which of the following category may apply? Transport category

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b. c. d.

Utility category Permit to fly category Normal category

429. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following is/are true with respect to log books? The engine and the propeller log book shall be preserved for I year after the engine or propeller is withdrawn from service, The aircraft log book shall be preserved until such a time as the aircraft is withdrawn from service and is C of A is cancelled by DGCA If the aircraft meets with an accident and gets damaged beyond economical repairs, the aircraft logbook shall be preserved for 2 years after the accident. All the above are true

430. a. b. c. d.

Convert 20 deg. C into Fahrenheit and 20 dcg. F in to Celcius. 68 deg. F -6.7 deg. 68 deg. F 68 Deg. F 6.7 deg. C 68 deg. F -6.7 deg. C 48 deg. C

431. a. b. c. d.

For lubrication purpose the type of oil which is most widely used on turbojet engines is. Synthetic oil Mineral based oil. Phosphate ester based oil. Methyl Ethyl based oil.

432. a. b. c. d.

Why do some jet engines leave black smoke trails? Due to poor combustion. As in (3) and the particles of carbon are formed which are visible as black smoke Due to mixing of different grades of fuel. As in (3) and having low flash point.

433.

Which of the following is a false statement with respect to turbo fan engine?

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a. b. c. d. e.

The turbofan engine is a turbojet with a fan added at the front end ahead of the compressor. The diameter of the fan in case of turbofan engine is smaller than that of the engine proper. In some turbofan engines, the fan is mounted aft of the turbine blades instead of ahead of the compressor. As in (3) and is driven by the turbine wheel forms part of the fan assembly. All the above

434. a. b. c. d.

In 1C engines cooling systems are employed. The main reasons(s) my excessive heat should be avoided is/are It affects the behaviour of the combustion of the fuel/air charge. It can cause detonation to occur. It reduces the efficiency of the lubrication system. It weakens the engine components and so shortens engine life All the above

435. a. b. c. d.

The suction system can provide the source of power for the operation of Gyroscopes. Altimeter Pilot-static indicators. None of the above.

436. a. b. c. d.

If you use gasoline to your aircraft with a lower Octane rating, it may cause. Detonation The spark plugs to foul Pre-ignition increased output Rough operation and lower manifold pressure

437. a. b. c.

AV GAS normally incorporates a fuel additive known as Tetraethyl Lead. This is Give colour to it Give odour to AVGAS Reduce detonation

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d.

Increase the flashpoint.

438. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following is a true statement with respect to propeller The magnitude of the propeller thrust created is equal to mass of air moved per unit time, multiplied by the slipstream velocity. As in (1) and speed of the aircraft has to be subtracted. As in (1) and speed of the aircraft has to be added. All the above are wrong

439. a. b. c. d.

A typical propeller blade is an aerofoil which is twisted along its length and has a chord from root to the tip. Same size Decreasing Increasing Either (1) or (2)

440. a. b. c. d.

Propeller blades are normally subjected to very high Centrifugal forces As in (1) and twisting forces. Bending forces. All the above

441. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following is true with respect to electrical system? Do not start a flight with a flat battery Do not start the engine with radios and other unnecessary electrical equipment switched on Turn off ancillary- electrical equipment before shutting down engine All the above are true

442. a. b.

The function of the lubricating oil is to perform Cooling and sealing Lubrication

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c. d.

Flushing All the above

443. a. b. c. d.

Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) is Ratio of pressure at exit of the compressor drive turbine to the compressor inlet Ratio of pressure a the compressor inlet to that at the compressor exit Ratio of pressure at the turbine inlet to combustion chamber exit Ratio of pressure at the turbine exit to turbine inlet

444. a. b. c. d.

Which of the folio wing section(s) constitute Gas - Generator? The Burner As in (I) and the turbine As in (2) and the compressor As in (3) and the diffuser

445. a. b. c. d.

Due to decrease RPM. coarse pitch is also sometimes known as High pitch Low pitch Effective pitch None of the above

446. a. b. c. d.

Turning the blades to the extreme coarse pitch position, where they are streamlined cease to turn is referred to as. Wind milling Prop reversing Feathering Prop braking

and,

447.

During compression stroke, before the piston reaches TDC, if the rise in temperature pressure is too much that it is more than the flash point, the phenomenon Detonation

and a.

resulting is

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b. c. d.

Back fire Pre ignition Mis - firing

448. a. b. c. d.

The viscosity of the fluid varies From one fluid to another With the temperature With the pressure As in (1) and (2)

449. a. b. c. d.

can occur in one cylinder only where a hot spot exists, where aswill normally appear in all cylinder. Detonation, pre-ignition Pre-ignition, detonation Mis - firing, pre-ignition Back fire, pre-ignition

450. a. b. c. d.

Oil pressure gauge indicates the pressure at which oil enters the engine From the sump From the filter From the pump None of the above.

451. a. b. c. d.

At a certain stage of flight the cylinder head temperature gauge shows excessively reading. Which of the following action should the pilot lake? Ensure that cowl flaps are fully open Enrich the mixture / reduce the power being used. If possible, increase the airspeed Any or all of the above actions

high

452. a.

In the vacuum gauge, the appearance of 'dolls eye' indicates A pump failure

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b. c. d.

The engine is shut down The valve of vacuum created in the system Either (I) or (2)

453. a. b. c. d.

Which of the following references/ is/are provided by a simple pressure altimeter the use of datum setting knob? Operation of the aircraft at specific flight levels. Height above an aerodrome Altitude above mean sea level All the above

through

454. a. b. c. d.

In case of piston engine, the difference between the total power developed in the cylinder and the net power available from the engine is termed as : Brake Horse Power Friction Horse Power Indicated Horse Power Mean effective Pressure

455. a. b. c. d.

Crank shaft is generally known by the number of throws it has. A Four throw crankshaft means that the shaft is offset at. Two places Six places Eight places None of the above

456. a. b. c. d.

The piston rings are provided with an end gap. The reason is This maintains springiness when fitted inside they cylinder. As in (1) and prevents jamming the cylinder when the piston is working at high temperature As in (2) and prevents gas leakage when the piston is fitted inside the cylinder As in (3) and scraps the surplus oil from the cylinder wall.

457.

SHANK is

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a. b. c. d.

The piston end of the connecting rod The crankshaft end of the connecting rod. The plain portion of the connecting rod between the small end and big end The top portion of the cylinder which provides the combustion space and the valve mechanism and the ports for the inlet and exhaust gases.

458. a. b. c. d.

In a four stroke piston engine, at an engine speed of 2200 rpm the camshaft rotates 2200 times 1100 times 550 times 4400 times

459. a. b. c. d.

The, brief period when both the inlet and the exhaust valves are open together is Valve overlap Valve timing Valve lag Valve lead

called

460. a. b. c. d.

Stability about the longitudinal axis is given by : Wing dihedral Elevators Ailerons Mass balancing of controls

461. a. b. c. d.

Air supplied to n aircraft cabin by a pressurizations system is referred to as Fresh air Charge air Ram Air Conditioned air

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462. a. b. c. d.

In a symmetrical aerofoil section the mean camber line is A straight line co incident with the chord Co incident with the appear surface of the section A curve None of the above

463. a. b. c. d.

A jet engine runs smoothly because It runs at lower temperature Its compression ratio is less Of the effective lubrication It has no reciprocating pens.

464. a. b. c. d.

The 5 principal factors which affect the magnitude of lift and drag of an airplane are:Angle or attack shape of airfoil - Gross weight wind velocity Lift coefficient Angle of attack airspeed - Shape of airfoil air density Wing area Angle of attack coefficient of lift - Shape of airfoil gross weight Aspect ratio Angle of attack air density Thrust Gross weight Airspeed

465. a. b. c. d.

In level flight at constant airspeed Thrust exceeds drag Lift exceeds weight of the airplane Lift equals weight Thrust exceeds gravity

466. a. b. c. d.

If Your aircraft stalls at 50 kts in a 30 banked turn, in a 60 banked turn the stalling would Increased Decreased Be the same Double

speed

467.

The longitudinal stability of an aircraft is determined by

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a. b. c. d.

The location of the e.g. with respect of the centre of pressure. The effectiveness of the horizontal stability, ruddes and rudder trim tab The relation ship of thrust and lift to weight and drag The dihedral, sweepback angle and feel effect.

468. a. b. c.

To incase the rate of turn and at the same time decrease turn radine the pilot should Maintain the bank and decease airspeed Steepen the bank and increase airspeed Steepen the bank and decrease the air speed

469. a. b. c.

Which is true regarding the use of flap s in turn The addition of flaps increase the stall speed The addition of flaps decreases the stall speed If any given degree of bank, the addition of flap has no effect on stall speed.

470. a. b. c.

One cause of after firing in an aircraft engine is Sticking intake valves An excessively lean mixture An excessively rich mixture

471. a. b. c.

The camshaft of piston engine normally rotates At twice the speed of the mark shaft At half the speed of the mark shaft crank At the same speed as the cranle shaft crank

472. a. b. c.

A dry sump lubrication system Maintains a reserve of oil in a separate tank Maintains a reserve of oil in the sump Requires no reserve of oil

473. a.

The pressure filter in a dry sump lubrication system in Located between the pressure pump and the tank

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b. c.

Located after the pressure pump Located between the scavenge pump and the tank

474. a. b.

In an aircraft ignition system, one of the fund ion of the capacitor is it Regulate the flow of current between primary and secondary oil Facilitate a more rapid collapse of the magnetic filed in the primary oil Stop the flow of magnetic lines of force where the points open

c.

475. a. b. c.

Shielding is used on speck plug, and ignition wire Protect the wire from short circuits as n result of chafing and rubbing Prevent outside electromagnetic omissions the ignition system Prevent interference with radio reception from disrupting the operation of

476. a. b. c.

The purpose of impulse coupling within a magneto is To abort impulse vibration between the magneto and the engine To compensate for back lash in the magneto and the engine gears The produce a momentary high rotational speed of the magneto.

477. a. b. c.

If an aircraft ignition switch is turned off and the engine continues to run normally, the trouble is caused by An open ground lead in the magneto Arcing magneto breaker points Primary lead grounding

478. a. b. c.

Which statement is correct regarding the ignition system of a turbine ermine The system in normally de- energized a soon as the engine starts It is energies during the starting and the warm up periods on the The system generally includes a polar inductor type magneto.

479.

In a gas turbine engine, the compression ratio is the

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a. b. c.

Radio between the inlet to the engine and the exhaust outlet pressure Ratio between the pressure at the inlet to the compressor and the outlet of the compressor Ratio between the entrance to the engine in intake and compressor outlet pressure

480. a. b. c.

Compressor surging may be indicated by A reduction in engine gas temperature An increase in jet pipe temperatures A rapid increase of power.

481. a. b. c.

During engine starting variable inlet guide vanes will be Fully closed Fully open Partially open

482. a. b. c.

The most satisfactory extinguishing agent for a carburetor or intake fire is Intake fire is Carbon oxide Dry chemical Methyl bromide

483. a. b. c.

How are most aircraft turbine extinguishing fire estranging systems activated Electrical discharge carbide Manual remote control valve Push rod assembly

484. a. b. c.

Proper back station numbers increases from blade Hub to lip Tip to hub Leading edge to trailing edge

485.

What control the constant speed range of a constant speed propeller

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a. b. c.

Engine R pm Angle of climb and descent with accompanying changes in air speed. The mechanical limits in the respect pitch range.

486. a. b. c.

An aircrafts propeller system beta range Is used to produce zero or negative thrust Is used to achieve maximum thrust during value off use are given engine rpm Refers it the most fuel efficient pitch range to use are a given engine rpm

487. a. b. c.

What operational force tends to bend propeller blades forward at the tip Torque bending force Centrifugal twisting force Thrust bending force.

488. a. b. c.

Counter weight on constant speed propeller are generally used to aid in Increasing blade angle Decreasing blade angle Unfeathering the propeller.

489. a. b. c.

The primary purpose of feathering a propeller is to Prevent further engine damage-when an engine fails in flight Prevent propeller damage when are engine fails in flight Eliminate the drag heated by a wind milling propeller when an engine fails in flight

490. a. b. c.

In a centrifugal compressor, air enter 's The center of the impellers The outer rim of the impellers The diffuser

491. a.

Intermediated bleed values are fitted Intermediately after the compressor

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b. c.

At the compressor inlet At an intermediate stage within the compressor

492. a. b. c.

Modem gas turbine engine turbine blades are from ally attracted The fir tree method The De lavel bulb root The BMW. Hollow blade

493. a. b. c.

As the gas flow passes through the turbine assembly the velocity of the gas now will Initially fall and then rise in the jet pipe Remain relatively constant Initially rise and then fall in the jet pipe

494. a. b. c.

Kerosene is used as a turbine engine fuel because Kerosene has a very high volatility which aids in ignition and lubrication Kerosene has more heat energy per gallon and lubricates fuel system components Kerosene does not contain any water

495. a. b. c.

Which part of an aircraft in flight will begin to accumulate ice before any other Wing leading edge Propeller spines or dome Carburetor

496. a. b. c.

The carburetor cut out if titled is normally Attached to the diffuse Located in the slow nursing jet line Pursuer balance duct

497. a.

You insure that no less than 100/130 octane gas online is used in filling your tanks. Use Rough operation and lower manifold pressure

of gasoline with low octane rating may cause.

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b. c. d.

Detonation Pre-ignition and increased output The sparks plugs to foul.

498. a. b. c. d.

Your are informed that only detergent type oil is available This mean, that It can never be used in engines over 125 hp It can be used only in engines with suitable filters and flexible oil lines It is the latest type of oil and should be always used when available The oil contains additions and should be added to the same type of oil only

499. a. b. c. d.

Resistance in a conductor Increases with increase of temperature Reduce with increase of temperature Remains constant at all temperature Varies in are irregular manner with temperature changes.

500. a. b. c. d.

A one hundred ampere, hours battery will furnish 50 amps for 1 hour 30 meter 2 hours 50 hours

501. a. b. c. d.

Ground power Output must be the same as the aircraft output before it is connected Output must be paralleled with aircraft out put before it is connected Output must be on minimum before il is connected Must be off before it is connected to the aircraft.

502. a. b.

Static inverter's may be used to supply Emergency constant frequency A.C. Emergency constant frequency D.C.

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c. d.

Emergency frequency wild A.C. Emergency frequency wild D.C.

503. a. b. c. d.

What is the mot commonly recommend practice for Preventing Condensation in the tanks Drain a pint of fuel from the tank sumps each flight Strain all fuel as it Is put in the tanks Fill each fuel tank after every flight Install a quick drain gascolator

fuel

504. a. b. c.

The low pressure fuel pump (in a gas turbine fuel system)n Is normally driven mechanically by the engine Is normally electrically driven Is driven hydraulically by the engine lubrication system.

505. a. b. c.

The high pressure fuel pump is normally drive Mechanically by the engine Hydraulically Electrically by the engine

506. a. b. c.

A burst red disc at the atmospheric outlet of a Fixed fire extinguisher system indicates: The system has been used to integrity a five The system is unserviceable The extinguisher has over pressurized

507. a. b. c. d.

When the aircraft cabin is pressurized, the pressure inside the cabin will be Higher than outside atmospheric per some However than outside atmospheric per some Equal to outside atmospheric per some As in (b)and temperature also will be comes than outside air temperature

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508. a. b. c. d.

Normally cabin pressurization is controlled by on automatic pressure controller. It does this by modulating Engine bleed values which supplies the air Outflow values which discharges the air to the outside atmosphere Dump values which dumps the cabin pressure after landing Negative pressure relief values.

509. a. b. c. d.

In a pressurized aircraft cabin attitude Is lower than aircraft altitude Is higher than aircraft altitude Is same as aircraft altitude If 1013.2 mb is set both cabin and aircraft altitude will be indicating same

510. a. b. c. d.

In a pressurized air conditioned aircraft, if cabin temperature is higher than the Pressurization system is malfunctions Air-conditioning system is malfunctions Engines are set to high power setting Aircraft is coming for sanding and is depressurized, hence conditioned.

selected cabin temperature it means

511. a. b. c. d.

In a presscrized aircraft in level hight, cabin vertical speed indicator shows a climbing indication this means Aircraft altitude is increasing Cabin altitude is increasing Pressure A as in (b) and aircraft cabin pursuer is increasing As in (b) and air craft cabin pressure is decreasing

512. a. b. c. d.

Regarding pressurized aircraft, mark the correct statement On ground before opening the doors the a/c should be pressurized On ground before opening the doors the a/c should be depressurized As in (a) and it is a safety requirement As in (b) and it is a safety requirement

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513. a. b. c. d.

At high attitude, a pilot is susceptible to hypoxia which is Excess carbon monoxide in the hemoglobin Imbalance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body system Spatial disorientation Each of stuffiness oxygen in the body cells

514. a. b. c. d.

To prevent hypoxia , a pilot should Use oxygen above 5000 ft asl during daytime Breathe in to a paper bag Use oxygen above 5000 it ASL at night Open the window and air vents of the airplane

515. a. b. c. d.

One Alcoholic drink taken of 5000ft compared to the same drink at sea level:Has a lesser effect Has a greater effect Has no appreciable difference in effect Increases the chance of wriolis effect

516. a. b. c. d.

Mark the correct statement in the event of smoke in the cockpit Crew should use oxygen mask in the normal mode Crew should use oxygen mask in the 100% mode As in (a) and take corrective check list actions As in (b) and take corrective check list actions

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