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Q. 6. Galley loads are wired in.

Q. 1. A lead-acid battery is considered to A- series.
be fully charged when the. B- either series or parallel depending on the
A- SG and voltage remain constant for design.
specified period. C- parallel so load shedding will lower
B- SG reaches 1.180. current consumption.
C- cells begin to gas freely. Correct Answer is. parallel so load
Correct Answer is. SG and voltage remain shedding will lower current consumption.
constant for specified period. Explanation. All loads on an aircraft are
Explanation. EEL/1-1 4.4.8 and Pallett wired in parallel.
Aircraft Electrical Systems 3rd Edition Page
23.
Q. 7. A fuse-type current limiter.
A- can be used as a radio suppressor.
Q. 2. The preferred method of battery B- opens a circuit after a time/current
charging a Ni-Cad battery is constant. condition has been exceeded.
C- limits current flow to a load.
A- current. Correct Answer is. opens a circuit after a
B- power. time/current condition has been exceeded.
C- voltage.
Correct Answer is. current. Explanation. See Pallett Aircraft Electrical
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-5 Para 4.1. Systems 3rd Edition Page 112, or, Aircraft
Electricity and Electronics, Eismin Page 99.
However, another type of current limiter
Q. 3. When a current transformer is holds the current but does and open the
disconnected, what should be done?. circuit see Aircraft Electricity and Electronics
Eismin Page 202.
A- Terminals shorted.
B- Left open circuit.
C- Resistor placed across terminals. Q. 8. When a load is shed from a busbar,
Correct Answer is. Terminals shorted. the.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical A- busbar voltage decreases.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 61. B- busbar voltage increases.
C- current consumption from the bar
decreases.
Q. 4. What does the differential sensing coil Correct Answer is. current consumption
sense?. from the bar decreases.
A- Power. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and
B- Current. Electronics, Eismin, Page 241. Load shedding
C- Volts. reduces current consumption.
Correct Answer is. Current.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 9. In unparalleled AC generation
systems, the phase rotation of one generator
Q. 5. Where does the GCU gets its power?. in relation to the others.
A- must be synchronised prior to paralleling.
A- RAT.
B- PMG. B- must be BCA.
C- Battery. C- is unimportant.
Correct Answer is. PMG. Correct Answer is. is unimportant.
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Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician Explanation. Phase relationship is

Airframe Textbook Page 7-24. PMG is main unimportant in an unparalleled system
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(although one answer says it will be

paralleled, thereby changing the
question???). Q. 14. On an AC external power plug, the
interlock circuit is controlled by pins.
Q. 10. In a multi-generator system, the A- AB.

generator which takes more than its reactive B- EF.
power share is protected by. C- CD.
A- over-voltage and under-voltage Correct Answer is. EF.
protection circuits. Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
B- over-excitation and under-excitation Systems 3rd Edition Page 72.
protection circuits.
C- over-current and under-current
protection circuits. Q. 15. Over-voltage protection circuits are
Correct Answer is. over-voltage and activated.
under-voltage protection circuits. A- before the over voltage limit is exceeded.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
Systems 3rd Edition Page 49. B- dependent on the magnitude of the
overvoltage.
C- after a fixed time delay.
Q. 11. Sharing of electrical loads by Correct Answer is. dependent on the
paralleled DC generators is controlled by. magnitude of the overvoltage.
A- automatic load shedding. Systems 3rd Edition Page 119.
B- equalising circuits which control the
speed of the generators.
C- equalising circuits which control the field Q. 16. A diode connected across a coil will.
excitation of the generators.
Correct Answer is. equalising circuits A- suppress arching when relay is opening
which control the field excitation of the and closing.
generators. B- prevent the coil being fitted the wrong
Explanation. Changing the speed would also way.
change the frequency and thus the phase C- prevent back EMF and allow faster
relationship. Generators are always switching.
controlled by adjusting the field strength. Correct Answer is. prevent back EMF and
allow faster switching.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 12. Excessive commutator sparking can http://homepages.which.net/~paul.hi
be caused by. lls/Solenoids/SolenoidsBody.html
A- brushes positioned on MNA.
B- rotating field diode failure.
C- weak spring tension. Q. 17. Which fault does not always trip the
Correct Answer is. weak spring tension. GCR?.
Explanation. Weak spring tension of the A- Under-frequency and under-volts.
brushes can cause excessive sparking. B- Over-frequency and under-frequency.
C- Over-frequency and over-volts.
Correct Answer is. Over-frequency and
Q. 13. Before checking the SG of a battery under-frequency.
recently removed from an aircraft. Explanation. A and b are both wrong
A- carry out a capacity test. because under and over voltage will both trip
B- allow to stabilise for one hour. the relay. On some aircraft, under frequency
C- take the temperature of the electrolyte. will NOT trip the relay, so c is the 'least
incorrect'.
Correct Answer is. take the temperature of
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the electrolyte.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1.
Q. 18. Differential protection in a generating Explanation. The voltage is controlled by

system. the voltage regulator.
A- uses the volts coil to trip the GCR.
B- detects current difference between

source and load. Q. 23. The ground interlock pins are
C- detects voltage difference between numbered.
source and load. A- C and N.
Correct Answer is. detects current B- E and F.
difference between source and load. C- A and B.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Correct Answer is. E and F.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 121. Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
Systems 3rd Edition Page 72.
Q. 19. Open phase sensing on a current

transformer. Q. 24. Distilled water should be added to a
A- is detected using any phase. ni-cad battery.
B- is detected on generator neutral circuit. A- at any time.
B- when fully charged.
C- is detected using all phases. C- only in the battery workshop.
Correct Answer is. is detected on Correct Answer is. only in the battery
generator neutral circuit. workshop.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Explanation. CAIP EEL/1-3 para 4.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 121, & B737
Manual.
Q. 25. Overflowing electrolyte in a ni-cad
battery indicates.
Q. 20. If the battery is switched off in flight, A- low electrolyte temperature.
the. B- not enough charging current.
A- battery is disconnected from bus. C- excessive charging current.
B- generator voltage falls to zero. Correct Answer is. excessive charging
C- captain's instruments will be powered current.
from the standby bus. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe
Correct Answer is. battery is disconnected Technician Page 7-31, 7-32.
from bus.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 4. Q. 26. During a normal engine shutdown,
generator tripping is initiated by.
A- undervoltage.
Q. 21. To flash a generator field the. B- underfrequency.
C- overcurrent.
A- generator is on line and producing a Correct Answer is. undervoltage.
voltage less than the flashing voltage. Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
B- generator rotates but is not on line. Systems 3rd Edition Page 120.
C- generator must be stationary.
Correct Answer is. generator must be
stationary. Q. 27. What would you use to neutralise
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical nicad battery spillage?.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 4. A- Bicarbonate of soda.
B- Distilled water.
C- Boric acid.
Q. 22. Voltage is controlled by. Correct Answer is. Boric acid.
A- the swashplate. Explanation. Boric acid.
B- the constant speed drive.
C- the voltage regulator.
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Correct Answer is. the voltage regulator.
Q. 28. Before operating generators in C- must be synchronised prior to paralleling.

parallel, their voltages should be matched to
prevent. Correct Answer is. must be synchronised
A- large circulating currents developing. prior to paralleling.

B- voltage spikes of sufficient magnitude to Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
trigger GCU overvoltage circuits. Systems 3rd Edition Page 48.
C- overloading the generator drive and
shearing of splines.
Correct Answer is. overloading the Q. 33. Diodes are placed across a contactor
generator drive and shearing of splines. to.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical A- ensure smooth contactor operation.
Systems 3rd Edition Page 52. B- prevent contact bounce.
C- speed up operation by reducing back
EMF.
Q. 29. Consumer loads are connected to a Correct Answer is. speed up operation by
busbar. reducing back EMF.
A- in series so when loads are shed current Explanation. NIL.
is reduced. http://homepages.which.net/~paul.hi
B- in series so when loads are shed voltage lls/Solenoids/SolenoidsBody.html
is reduced.
C- in parallel so when loads are shed
current is reduced. Q. 34. Placing the battery master switch to
Correct Answer is. in parallel so when off during flight will.
loads are shed current is reduced. A- shut down the APU.
Explanation. All loads are connected in B- disconnect all power to the main busbar.
parallel with each other.
C- isolate the battery from the main busbar.
Q. 30. A current transformer connected on Correct Answer is. isolate the battery from
the neutral star point of a generator is for. the main busbar.
Explanation. The Battery master switch
A- negative sequence protection. simply connects the battery to the main
B- differential current protection. busbar, allowing it to be charged from the
C- overload protection. generator(s).
Correct Answer is. differential current
protection.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Q. 35. Whilst operating paralleled AC
Systems 3rd Edition Page 121. constant frequency generators, it is
important to maintain generator outputs at
the same voltage.
Q. 31. Differential protection as applied to A- to prevent a circulating current of
AC generation systems compares. considerable magnitude developing between
A- generator current to busbar current. two or more generators.
B- generator voltage to busbar voltage. B- to prevent a circulating current
C- ambient pressure to cabin pressure. developing between two or more TRUs.
Correct Answer is. generator current to C- to prevent CSD shock loading.
busbar current. Correct Answer is. to prevent a circulating
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical current of considerable magnitude
Systems 3rd Edition Page 121. developing between two or more generators.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 32. In an AC generation system, the
frequency and phase rotation.
A- must be out of phase prior to paralleling. Q. 36. A voltage regulator installed in series
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with a generator field.

B- is of no consequence after paralleling.
A- uses a voltage coil in parallel with Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe

generator output. Technician Textbook , page 7-50.
B- uses a current coil in parallel with
generator output.
C- uses a voltage coil in series with Q. 41. Wires in hot temperature areas
generator output. should be bound with.
Correct Answer is. uses a voltage coil in A- Nomex.
parallel with generator output. B- Teflon.
Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and C- PVC.
Electronics, Eismin page 199-200. Correct Answer is. Teflon.
Explanation. This is probably referring to
the Teflon tape referred to in Aircraft
Q. 37. The output frequency of a Electricity and Electronics by Eismin 5th
hydraulically driven standby generator is Edition Page 69. Also AC43 Para.11.96 z and
controlled by. Appendix 1 (Teflon is Dupont tradename for
A- an IDG. PTFE).
B- a CSD.
C- an hydraulically actuated swash plate.
Correct Answer is. an hydraulically Q. 42. A heat gun should be operated at.
actuated swash plate.
Explanation. NIL. A- 100 C above the specified.
B- the specified temperature.
C- 100 C below the specified.
Q. 38. Power to a GCU is supplied. Correct Answer is. the specified
A- by the battery bus or rectified generator temperature.
output. Explanation. A heat gun should be operated
B- initially by a 'field tickling' supply and at the specified temperature, or 100 C
then PMG output. (approx) above the heatshrink temperature.
C- by the generator output only.
Correct Answer is. initially by a 'field
tickling' supply and then PMG output.
Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician Q. 43. High voltages on a generator in a
Airframe Textbook Page 7-24. PMG is main parallel system should be prevented
supply for GCU, battery is back up power for because.
GCU. A- it will trip the GCR.
B- it will cause high circulating current in
the bus / other generators.
Q. 39. Trip signals for a GCR are. C- it will damage the drive shaft.
A- overfrequency and undervoltage. Correct Answer is. it will trip the GCR.
B- underfrequency and overcurrent. Explanation. NIL.
C- differential protection and undervoltage.
Correct Answer is. differential protection Q. 44. Over-voltage condition trips the
and undervoltage. generator. The time taken to trip the GCU
Explanation. NIL. depends on.
A- amplitude of voltage.
B- closing of fuel and hydraulic valves.
Q. 40. Abnormal CSD operation is monitored C- time delay circuit.
on the flight deck by observing indications Correct Answer is. amplitude of voltage.
of. Explanation. Inverse time delay -c could
A- high oil temperature / low oil pressure. also be considered correct. Aircraft Electricity
B- low oil quantity / low oil temperature. and Electronics, Eismin, page 203.
C- High oil temperature / low oil quantity.
Correct Answer is. high oil temperature /
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low oil pressure. Q. 45. A permanent magnet should have.
A- high retentivity, low coercivity. C- by CSU.

B- low retentivity, low coercivity. Correct Answer is. by angle of swash
C- low retentivity, high coercivity. plate.
Correct Answer is. high retentivity, low Explanation. Control of an HPG is via a
coercivity. swashplate.
Explanation. A permanent magnet should
have a low coercivity (so it is easy to
magnetise) and high retentivity (so it is Q. 50. When a ni-cad battery is fully
difficult to demagnetise). charged.
A- the electrolyte level stays the same.
B- the electrolyte level is lower than normal.
Q. 46. What will happen if the aircraft
battery becomes overheated?. C- the electrolyte level is higher level than
A- The battery charger will switch to trickle normal.
charge mode. Correct Answer is. the electrolyte level is
B- The hot battery bus will be disconnected higher level than normal.
from the battery. Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician
C- The power supply to the battery charger Airframe Textbook 7-32.
will be interrupted.
Correct Answer is. The battery charger will
switch to trickle charge mode. Q. 51. Electrical load on aircraft is controlled
Explanation. B737 switches to trickle by.
charge. However, see Pallett Aircraft A- a GCU.
Electrical Systems 3rd Edition Figure 1.32 for B- a BPCU.
charger disconnect system. C- an IRS.
Correct Answer is. a BPCU.
Explanation. B767 MM 42-41-00 quote:
Q. 47. When the temperature increases in a 'The BPCU shares status information with the
lead acid battery, the SG will. GCU's. The BPCU controls all electrical buses
A- decrease. and controls load shedding.'
B- increase.
C- remain the same.
Correct Answer is. decrease. Q. 52. A 4:1 step-up transformer receives
Explanation. Since volume increases, but 120 VAC in its primary and has 1600 Ohms
mass remains constant, with temperature, resistance in its secondary. What is the
density decreases. current drawn from the source?.
A- 1.2 A.
B- 3 A.
Q. 48. On testing a generator it is found to C- 0.3 A.
require adjusting, where would you adjust Correct Answer is. 1.2 A.
it?. Explanation. Find current in secondary I =
A- In the cockpit on the flight engineers V/R = 480/1600 = 3/10A. Next find current
panel. in Primary = 4 * 3/10 = 12/10 = 1.2A.
B- By means of a remote trimmer.
C- On the GCU.
Correct Answer is. By means of a remote Q. 53. After engine start using a Ni-Cad
trimmer. battery, the pilot observes on the battery
Explanation. Adjusted with a remote charger indicator, an initial high current draw
trimmer. followed by a rapid decrease in current.
A- the battery is faulty.

Q. 49. Control of hydraulically powered B- there is a problem with the charging
emergency electrical generator frequency is. circuit and he must shut-down the engines.
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A- by angle of swash plate. C- no cause for concern.

B- by IDG.
Correct Answer is. no cause for concern. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
Pallett Page 51 and 52.
Explanation. This is normal.
Q. 59. To confirm the state of charge of a ni-

Q. 54. Topping up a Ni-Cad battery in situ. cad battery.
A- subject the battery to load, check voltage
A- is permitted. and check the SG of each cell.
B- is not allowed. B- subject the battery to load and check the
C- is only allowed in the shop. voltage.
Correct Answer is. is not allowed. C- measure the discharge time.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 Para 6.4. Correct Answer is. measure the discharge
time.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.5.6 and 4.7.
Q. 55. In a lead-acid battery after numerous
checks, one cell has low reading.
A- It needs topping up. Q. 60. Circulating currents are associated
B- It is defective. with.
C- It must be replaced. A- DC generators in parallel.
Correct Answer is. It must be replaced. B- AC generators in parallel.
Explanation. NIL. C- AC and DC generators in parallel.
Correct Answer is. AC generators in
parallel.
Q. 56. A short range passenger aircraft has Explanation. NIL.
complete electrical failure. What time
duration would the battery be expected to
power essential equipment?. Q. 61. Generator brush bedding.
A- 30 minutes. A- should only be done if 50% of the width
B- 60 minutes. and 80% of the length is already being done.
C- Forever.
Correct Answer is. 30 minutes. B- should not be done on the aircraft.
Explanation. AWN 81 para 3.1.2 - now C- can be done on the aircraft.
transferred to CAP 747 GR no 4. Correct Answer is. should not be done on
the aircraft.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-4 4.3.6 (Does not
Q. 57. An external power plug has two short say that it cannot be done on the aircraft -
pins. These are used for. but would be difficult).
A- ground handling bus.
B- a guide for correct alignment of the plug
in the socket. Q. 62. What is the amperage at point '' to
C- the interlock circuit. the nearest amp?.
Correct Answer is. the interlock circuit.
Explanation. Aircraft Instruments and
Integrated Systems, Pallett Page 290.
Q. 58. The purpose of a synchronising bus

bar is.
A- to monitor total current load.
B- to enable two propeller systems to be
synchronised. A- 100 Amps.
C- to allow monitoring and trimming from B- 101 Amps.
the flight deck. C- 102 Amps.
Correct Answer is. to allow monitoring and Correct Answer is. 101 Amps.
Explanation. 100 volts accross far right
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trimming from the flight deck.

load, therefore 100 volts also accross
100ohm load (parallel circuit theory) I = V/R

= 100/100 = 1A through 100 ohm load.
(Ohms Law) Total current at '' is 100 + 1 = Q. 67. Maximum battery temperature on
101 Amps. (Kirkchoff's Law). charging before protection circuit starts is.
A- 71 degrees F.
B- 144 degrees C.
C- 144 degrees F.
Correct Answer is. 144 degrees F.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 68. If an aircraft has no battery charger,

the battery is charged by.
A- constant current until a predetermined
Q. 63. Pitot tubes are heated by. limit when it automatically switches to
A- AC or DC. constant voltage.
B- DC. B- constant current.
C- AC. C- constant voltage.
Correct Answer is. AC or DC. Correct Answer is. constant voltage.
Explanation. Aircraft Instruments and Explanation. NIL.
Integrated Systems, Pallett 3rd edition Page
32.
Q. 69. The output of a carbon pile regulator
with no variation of loading is.
Q. 64. Paralleling is used for. A- pulse width modulating.
A- AC electrical generators only. B- stationary.
B- AC and DC electrical generators. C- fluctuating.
C- DC electrical generators only. Correct Answer is. stationary.
Correct Answer is. AC and DC electrical Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-2 3.1.1.
generators.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 70. In a transistor voltage regulator, the
voltage output is controlled by.
Q. 65. Battery charging procedures can be A- zeners and transistors.
found in ATA. B- diodes and transformers.
A- Chapter 24 Section 21. C- transformers and transistors.
B- Chapter 24 Section 31. Correct Answer is. zeners and transistors.
C- Chapter 31 Section 21.
Correct Answer is. Chapter 24 Section 31. Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-2 3.3.1.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 71. A paralleled relay for a DC system is
energised and connected by.
Q. 66. In a carbon pile regulator, the A- current coil.
resistive element is. B- voltage coil.
A- in parallel with the field and changes C- voltage and current coil.
resistance with changing length. Correct Answer is. voltage and current
B- in series with the field and changes coil.
resistance with changing length. Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
C- in series with the field and changes Systems Page 16, 17, 18.
resistance with surface area contact.
Correct Answer is. in series with the field
and changes resistance with surface area Q. 72. Increasing the real load primarily.
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contact.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-2 3.1. A- decreases frequency.
B- decreases output voltage. Q. 77. Assuming all systems are operating

C- increases output voltage and increases normally, as aircraft electrical load increases,
frequency. generator output voltage will.
Correct Answer is. decreases frequency. A- increases and amperage output

Explanation. NIL. increases.
B- decrease and amperage output
increases.
Q. 73. Inductive reactive load causes. C- remain constant and amperage output
increases.
A- increase in torque only. Correct Answer is. remain constant and
B- increase in torque and increase in heat amperage output increases.
dissipated. Explanation. NIL.
C- no effect on torque but produces extra
heat dissipated.
Correct Answer is. no effect on torque but Q. 78. When installing multiple batteries on
produces extra heat dissipated. aircraft, they are connected in.
Explanation. NIL. A- series.
B- either parallel or series and switched
between as an option.
Q. 74. The power factor of an AC generator C- parallel.
identifies the proportion of. Correct Answer is. either parallel or series
A- reactive power from the generator that and switched between as an option.
does work. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems.
B- apparent power from the generator that Pallett Page 23/26/27.
does work.
C- real power from the generator that does
work. Q. 79. What is the small pin on the DC
Correct Answer is. real power from the ground power connector?.
generator that does work. A- Positive to battery relay.
Explanation. NIL. B- Ground or earth.
C- Positive to external power relay.
Correct Answer is. Positive to external
Q. 75. Differential protection in an AC power relay.
system protects against. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems.
A- a reverse current flowing from the Pallett Page 70.
battery.
B- line-line, line-line-line, line-earth faults.
Q. 80. How is RAT driven?.
C- short circuits. A- Airstream.
Correct Answer is. short circuits. B- Fan.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems. C- Compressor.
Pallett Page 121. Correct Answer is. Airstream.
Explanation. Ram Air Turbine.
Q. 76. In an undervolt condition in an AC

generator system, the most likely Q. 81. How is an aircraft battery rated?.
consequence is.
A- activation of the time delay circuit. A- Joules.
B- energise the bus tie relay. B- Ampere hours.
C- deactivation of the field regulatory TRs. C- Watts.
Correct Answer is. Ampere hours.
Correct Answer is. activation of the time Explanation. Aircrfat Electrical Systems
delay circuit. Pallett Page 21.
Explanation. NIL.
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Q. 82. A reduction in field strength of a DC Explanation. NIL.

shunt motor driving a constant load will http://www.google.com/search?q=def
result in. ine:Eddy+Currents

A- reduced torque and increased speed.
B- increased torque and reduced speed.
C- increased torque and speed. Q. 87. The small pins in the power connector
Correct Answer is. increased torque and plug are.
speed. A- neutral.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems B- positive.
Pallett Page 138 (reduces Back EMF). C- negative.
Correct Answer is. positive.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
Q. 83. What are the 2 short prongs on an AC Pallett Page 70.
plug for?.
A- Using AC current to pull on interlock
circuit. Q. 88. When an overvolt is present on an AC
B- To prevent arcing during plug connection generator system, the tripping circuit.
/ disconnection.
C- To help plug location/fit. A- trips after a time delay inversely
Correct Answer is. To prevent arcing proportional to overvolt amplitude.
during plug connection / disconnection. B- trips after a time delay.
Explanation. The short prongs are for DC C- trips at a set level.
only. Aircraft Electrical System, Pallett pg 72. Correct Answer is. trips after a time delay
inversely proportional to overvolt amplitude.

Q. 84. A vibration contact voltage regulator Pallett Page 119/120.
consists of a shunt winding and a.
A- voltage regulating coil in series.
B- current regulation coil in series. Q. 89. In an AC distribution system, the
C- voltage regulating coil in parallel. purpose of the synchronising bus-bar is to.
Correct Answer is. current regulation coil
in series. A- provide a means of monitoring the load.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems.
Pallett Page 11. B- supply essential services.
C- provide interconnection between the
generator load busbars.
Q. 85. What is the purpose of diode in a Correct Answer is. provide interconnection
power GCR?. between the generator load busbars.
A- To prevent back-flow of current in the Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
EMF coil. Pallett Page 81.
B- To speed up the operation.
C- To allow flow in the event of failure of the
relay. Q. 90. Vibrating contact voltage regulator
Correct Answer is. To prevent back-flow of sensing coil is.
current in the EMF coil. A- in series with the field windings.
Explanation. The diode is to prevent the B- across the generator output.
high current flow in the coil due to induction C- in parallel with the field windings.
as the relay switches off. Correct Answer is. in parallel with the field
windings.
Explanation. EEL/1-2 Page 5, Aircraft
Q. 86. Eddy currents are. Electrical Systems Page 11.
A- caused by heating effect of the coil.
B- caused by resistance of the coil.
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C- circulating currents.
Correct Answer is. circulating currents.
Q. 91. A current transformer connected Explanation. A voltage regulator has two

across the neutral of a 3 phase generator is outputs, one to the generator field (pulse
for. width modulated on a transistorised

A- differential protection. regulator) and one to the busbar (constant
B- load monitoring. voltage but variable current depending on
C- phase sequence monitoring. load). The answer here depends upon which
Correct Answer is. differential protection. output they are referring.

Pallett Page 121. Q. 96. In the event of complete AC
generator failure in an AC split bus-bar
generation system, how is power maintained
Q. 92. Zener diodes are for. to the essential AC bus-bar?
A- voltage regulation. A- By power fed from a hot battery bus-bar
B- voltage stabilisation. only.
C- rectification. B- By power fed from a battery supplied
Correct Answer is. voltage regulation. static inverter.
Explanation. An old Module 4 question. C- By power fed from static inverter only.
Although Zener diodes can be used (back-to- Correct Answer is. By power fed from a
back) to protect equipment from voltage battery supplied static inverter.
spikes (voltage stabilisation) they are more Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
commonly associated with voltage Pallett Page 78 Fig. 5.2.
regulation.
Q. 97. Which components within a generator

Q. 93. AC generator output indications are control unit connects the output of the field
measured in. power supply to the generator exciter?.
A- KW.
B- KW & KVAR. A- Generator line contactor.
C- KVA & KW. B- Generator power pilot relay.
Correct Answer is. KVA & KW. C- Generator control relay.
Explanation. An AC generator is rated in Correct Answer is. Generator control relay.
KVA and KW (or KVA and power factor, from
which KW can be calculated). However, a DC Explanation. Not sure of the point of this
generator is rated in KW only. question. The GCR is the only one which is
(sometimes) within' the GCU. (Never heard
of a 'generator power pilot relay').
Q. 94. Load shedding allows.
A- less current to the busbar.
B- more current to the busbar. Q. 98. In what units are static inverters
C- more voltage to the busbar. rated?.
Correct Answer is. less current to the A- kVAR.
busbar. B- kVA.
Explanation. Load shedding is carried out to C- kW.
reduce current (voltage is constant). Correct Answer is. kVA.
Explanation. VA or KVA, just like an AC
generator.
Q. 95. How may the output of a
transistorised voltage regulator be
described?. Q. 99. In a generator system, a stability
A- Variable AC. winding is used.
B- Slightly variable DC. A- in series with the field to prevent
C- Pulse width modulated DC. oscillations.
Correct Answer is. Pulse width modulated B- to prevent voltage overshoot.
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DC. C- to control output current.
Correct Answer is. to prevent voltage C- in parallel with the generator volts coil.
overshoot.
Explanation. EEL/1-2 3.4.5 (d). Correct Answer is. in series with the
generator volts coil.
Explanation. EEL/1-2 Fig 1.
Q. 100. On engine shutdown, what
prevents GCR being tripped?.
A- Under-frequency. Q. 104. When a field relay trips the
B- Under-volt. generator off-line, it can be reset.
C- Under-current. A- on the ground only.
Correct Answer is. Under-frequency. B- after the fault has been cleared.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems C- by cycling the generator switch.
Pallett page 120. Correct Answer is. on the ground only.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 101. How is real and reactive load

sharing achieved in an AC parallel generator Q. 105. In a paralleled AC generator
system?. system both A phases must be in
A- Real and reactive loads by control of the synchronisation and.
constant speed drives only. Output voltage is A- phase rotation does not matter.
controlled by adjustment of generator fields. B- CBA must equal CBA.
C- CBA must equal ABC.
B- Real load by control of generator fields, Correct Answer is. CBA must equal CBA.
Reactive loads by adjustment of the constant
speed drives. Explanation. NIL.
C- Real load by control of the constant
speed drives, reactive load by adjustment of
generator fields. Q. 106. When loads are shed from a
Correct Answer is. Real load by control of busbar automatically.
the constant speed drives, reactive load by A- bus bar current decreases.
adjustment of generator fields. B- bus bar voltage rises.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems C- bus bar current rises.
Pallett page 48 and 49. Correct Answer is. bus bar current
decreases.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 102. Other than when there is a
fault in an aircraft battery or its charging
system, when is the charger switched off Q. 107. What controls output from the
automatically?. generator?.
A- When there is a failure of one alternator A- BPCU.
in a split-bus bar system. B- ELCU.
B- When the alternators are fully loaded. C- GCU.
C- When the battery is used for excessively Correct Answer is. GCU.
high discharge currents such as in starting. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and
Electronics, Eismin, has full descriptions of
Correct Answer is. When the battery is all 3 units.
used for excessively high discharge currents
such as in starting.
Explanation. NIL. Q. 108. Specific Gravity in a lead acid
battery should give an indication of.
Q. 103. he trimmer resister in a carbon A- electrolyte level.

pile volts regulator is. B- charge.
A- in series with the generator field. C- electrolyte temperature.
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B- in series with the generator volts coil. Correct Answer is. charge.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 114. The current consumed by a DC

starter motor will.
Q. 109. During normal engine shut- A- decrease as the engine speed increases.
down, the generator.
A- control relay is tripped only. B- increase as the engine speed increases.
B- breaker and control relay are both
tripped. C- remain constant.
C- breaker is tripped only. Correct Answer is. decrease as the engine
Correct Answer is. breaker is tripped only. speed increases.
Explanation. Decreases due to the back
Explanation. B757 Maintenance Training EMF as engine speed increases.
Manual.
Q. 115. A neutralising agent for

Q. 110. The generator warning light sulphuric acid is.
will come on when. A- borax powder.
A- voltage is above battery voltage. B- sodium bicarbonate.
B- voltage is below battery voltage. C- citric acid.
C- voltage is too high. Correct Answer is. sodium bicarbonate.
Correct Answer is. voltage is below battery Explanation. Jeppesen A & P Technician
voltage. Airframe Textbook p 7-30 refers.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 111. When replacing a current Q. 116. In a split bus power

transformer. distribution system.
A- voltage/current selection must be made A- generators are paralleled on connection
prior to fitting. to the tie bus.
B- it can only be fitted one way round. B- power is split between 115 V AC and 28
C- it can be fitted any way round. V DC.
Correct Answer is. it can only be fitted one C- each generator supplies its own bus and
way round. distribution system in normal operation.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. each generator supplies
its own bus and distribution system in
normal operation.
Q. 112. The economy coil on a relay. Explanation. NIL.
A- reduces current required to hold closed.

Q. 117. Flashing a generator field.
B- reduces current required to close.
C- makes it cheaper to make. A- decreases resistance.
Correct Answer is. reduces current B- restores magnetism.
required to hold closed. C- increases resistance.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. restores magnetism.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 113. What is the function of the

generator control relay?. Q. 118. When checking SG of
A- Connect the generator to the busbar. electrolyte of lead acid battery, what should
B- Bring the generator on-line. be taken into account?.
C- Control output voltage. A- Electrolyte temperature.
Correct Answer is. Bring the generator on- B- Battery charge.
line. C- Ambient temperature.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. Electrolyte
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temperature.
Explanation. EEL/1-1 4.3.4.
C- a volts coil in parallel with the points.

Correct Answer is. a resister in parallel
Q. 119. How do you check condition of with the points.

Ni-Cad battery in situ?. Explanation. EEL/1-2 Figure 3.
A- By voltmeter connected to the battery
terminal.
B- By voltmeter in the cockpit, when battery Q. 124. Brush bedding-in on a starter
is on load. generator can be carried out.
C- By voltmeter in the cockpit when battery A- only off the aircraft.
is off load. B- when 80 percent of the brush area has
Correct Answer is. By voltmeter in the been previously bedded in, on the bench.
cockpit, when battery is on load. C- during flight.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Correct Answer is. only off the aircraft.
Pallett Page 23. Explanation. NIL.
Q. 120. The reactive load circuit in a Q. 125. What would be the cause of a
multi-engined AC generator system. low electrolyte level in a nicad battery?.
A- modifies generator field excitation A- Evaporation.

current. B- Undercharging current.
B- modifies generator field excitation C- Over charging current.
voltage. Correct Answer is. Over charging current.
C- modifies generator drive speed.
Correct Answer is. modifies generator field Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1.3 Page 3 Para
excitation current. 3.4.1.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems,
Pallett Page 49.
Q. 126. If electrolyte from a lead-acid
battery is spilled in the battery
Q. 121. A vibrating type voltage compartment, which procedure should be
regulator uses a volts coil. followed?.
A- in series with the generator output. A- Apply sodium bicarbonate solution to the
B- in parallel with the generator output. affected are followed by a water rinse.
C- in series with the current coil. B- Apply boric acid solution to the affected
Correct Answer is. in parallel with the area followed by a water rinse.
generator output. C- Rinse the affected area thoroughly with
Explanation. EEL/1-2 3.2.1. clean water
Correct Answer is. Apply sodium
bicarbonate solution to the affected are
Q. 122. The purpose of the economy followed by a water rinse.
contacts in a relay is to. Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1 4.1.4.
A- prevent contact pitting and burning.
B- reduce the current required to hold the
contacts closed. Q. 127. Which statement regarding the
C- close the auxiliary contacts before the hydrometer reading of a lead-acid storage
main contacts. battery electrolyte is true?.
Correct Answer is. reduce the current A- A specific gravity correction should be
required to hold the contacts closed. subtracted from the hydrometer reading if
Explanation. NIL. the electrolyte temperature is above 20 C.
B- The hydrometer reading does not require

Q. 123. A vibrating contact voltage a temperature correction if the electrolyte
regulator has. temperature is 60 F.
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A- a resister in parallel with the points.

B- a resistor in series with the points.
C- The hydrometer reading will give a true C- the acid is in the plates, thereby
indication of the capacity of the battery increasing the specific gravity of the solution.
regardless of olyte temperature.

Correct Answer is. The hydrometer Correct Answer is. most of the acid is in
reading does not require a temperature the solution.
correction if the electrolyte temperature is Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1 4.6.2.
60 F.
Explanation. CAIPS EEL/1-1 4.3.4
(American Text such as Jeppesen AandP Q. 131. What determines the amount
Technician Airframe Textbook Page 7-27 of current which will flow through a battery
specify 80 F as the standard, but CAIPs while it is being charged by a constant
specifies 60 F as standard - take your pick). voltage source?.
A- The ampere-hour capacity of the battery.
Q. 128. An increase in the speed of a B- The state-of-charge of the battery.

DC generator will cause the voltage to rise C- The total plate area of the battery.
with the following resultant action in the Correct Answer is. The state-of-charge of
voltage regulator:-. the battery.
A- The volts coil to exert more pull thus Explanation. NIL.
increasing the current in the generator field.
B- The volts coil to increase its magnetic Q. 132. The method used to rapidly
field thus decreasing the field excitation. charge a nickel-cadmium battery utilizes.
C- The volts coil to exert less pull thus
increasing the resistance of the carbon pile. A- constant current and varying voltage.
B- constant voltage and varying current.
Correct Answer is. The volts coil to C- constant current and constant voltage.
increase its magnetic field thus decreasing Correct Answer is. constant voltage and
the field excitation. varying current.
Explanation. EEL/1-2 3.1.1. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and
Electronics Eismin Page 52. CAIPs EEL/1-3
4.5.1.
Q. 129. The equalizing coils on voltage
regulators will.
A- have current passing through them only Q. 133. The presence of small amounts
when the generators are not paralleled be of potassium carbonate deposits on the top
connected to. of nickel-cadmium battery cells that have
B- each other when the generators are been in service for time is an indication of.
paralleled.
C- have current passing through them from A- normal operation.
the higher loaded generator to the lower. B- excessive gassing.
Correct Answer is. have current passing C- excessive plate sulphation.
through them from the higher loaded Correct Answer is. excessive gassing.
generator to the lower. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and Page 23 and Aircraft Electricity and
Electronics Thomas Eismin 5th Edition page Electronics Eismin Page 50 but see also
200. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.2 (h).
Q. 134. The servicing and charging of

Q. 130. A fully charged lead-acid nickel-cadmium and lead-acid batteries
battery will not freeze until extremely low together in the same service area is likely to
temperatures are reached because. result in.
A- increased internal resistance generates A- increased explosion and/or fire hazard.
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sufficient heat to prevent freezing. B- normal battery service life.

B- most of the acid is in the solution.
C- contamination of both types of batteries. A- for low speed.

B- for when it is disconnected from the
Correct Answer is. contamination of both generator.

types of batteries. C- for low oil pressure.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/2-1 Page 1 Para Correct Answer is. for low oil pressure.
2.11. Explanation. NIL.
Q. 135. If the current drawn from No.1 Q. 139. The electrolyte of a nickel-
generator of a twin generator DC system is cadmium battery is the lowest when the
less than that drawn from No.2 generator, battery is.
the current in the No.2 generator equalizing A- being charged.
coil will flow. B- under load condition.
A- in the same direction as the current flow C- in a discharged condition.
in the voltage coil, increasing the output of Correct Answer is. in a discharged
No.2 generator. condition.
B- in the same direction as the current flow Explanation. EEL/1-3 3.4.2.
in the voltage coil, reducing the output of
No.2 generator.
C- in the opposite direction to the current Q. 140. Nickel-cadmium batteries
flow in the voltage coil, reducing the output which are stored for a long period of time
of No.2 generator. will show a low.
Correct Answer is. in the same direction as A- fluid level because the fluid evaporates
the current flow in the voltage coil, reducing through vents.
the output of No.2 generator. B- fluid level was not periodically
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.2 (h). replenished.
C- electrolyte becomes absorbed in the
plates.
Q. 136. On a C.S. driven generator, Correct Answer is. electrolyte becomes
operation of the Disconnect Solenoid will absorbed in the plates.
disconnect the generator drive and. Explanation. Jeppesen AandP Technician
A- it can only be reset when all loads are Airframe Textbook page 7-32 and 7-33. a)
switched off. could also be correct.
B- it will automatically reset itself when the
fault is rectified.
C- resetting can only be carried out on the Q. 141. The purpose of 'field flashing'
ground. is to. measure the residual magnetism in a
Correct Answer is. resetting can only be field winding 24 hours after the field supply
carried out on the ground. is removed.
Explanation. NIL. A- test the insulation resistance of a field
winding with a 1000 V supply.
B- change the polarity of residual
Q. 137. In a constant frequency AC magnetism in a field winding.
system, real load sharing is achieved by C-
regulating the. Correct Answer is. change the polarity of
A- generator speed. residual magnetism in a field winding.
B- generator drive torque. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems,
C- voltage regulator. Pallett Page 4.
Correct Answer is. generator drive torque.
Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Q. 142. The purpose of an inverter is

Pallett Page 48-49. to convert.
A- AC to DC.
B- DC to AC.
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Q. 138. A constant speed drive unit C- AC to a higher frequency AC.

has a warning light indication. Correct Answer is. DC to AC.
Explanation. NIL. B- becomes inoperative when the undervolt

relay energises.
C- is connected in series with the carbon

Q. 143. How can the state-of-charge of pile.
a nickel-cadmium battery be determined?. Correct Answer is. modifies the effect of
the voltage sensing coil.
A- By measuring the specific gravity of the Explanation. NIL.
electrolyte.
B- By measuring discharge.
C- By the level of the electrolyte. Q. 148. In a constant frequency AC
Correct Answer is. By measuring system, reactive load sharing is achieved by
discharge. regulating the.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.5.6. A- generator speed.
B- voltage regulator.
C- generator drive torque.
Q. 144. What may result if water is Correct Answer is. voltage regulator.
added to a nickel-cadmium battery when it is Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical
not fully charged?. Systems Page 48.
A- No adverse results since water may be
added anytime.
B- The cell temperature will run too low for Q. 149. Under-frequency in an AC
proper output. supply would cause.
C- Excessive spewing will occur during the A- overheating of inductive devices.
charging cycle. B- overspeeding of AC motors.
Correct Answer is. Excessive spewing will C- overvoltage of capacitive devices.
occur during the charging cycle. Correct Answer is. overheating of
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.3. inductive devices.
Explanation. Inductive devices will pass
more current if it is lower frequency.
Q. 145. In nickel-cadmium batteries, a
rise in cell temperature.
A- increases cell voltage. Q. 150. The electrolyte in a lead-acid
B- causes an increase in internal resistance. battery contains.
A- sulphuric acid.
C- causes a decrease in internal resistance. B- hydrochloric acid.
C- nitric acid.
Correct Answer is. causes a decrease in Correct Answer is. sulphuric acid.
internal resistance. Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1 4.1.4.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.5.8 (a).
Q. 151. In the procedure to be

Q. 146. When a charging current is followed after spillage of battery acid,
applied to a nickel-cadmium battery, the neutralizing may be carried out.
cells emit gas only. A- by applying a coating of petroleum jelly.
A- when the electrolyte level is low.
B- if they are defective. B- by washing with distilled water.
C- toward the end of the charging cycle. C- with a dilute solution of sodium
Correct Answer is. toward the end of the bicarbonate.
charging cycle. Correct Answer is. with a dilute solution of
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 4.5.5. sodium bicarbonate.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 147. The equalising coil in the

carbon pile regulator. Q. 152. Frequency (Hz) is the number
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A- modifies the effect of the voltage sensing of cycles per.

coil. A- minute.
B- second. Explanation. NIL.

C- revolution.
Correct Answer is. second.

Explanation. NIL. Q. 158. The only practical method of
maintaining a constant voltage output from
an aircraft generator under varying
Q. 153. The three voltages of a three conditions of speed and load is to vary the.
phase generator are.
A- 180 degrees apart. A- number of conductors in the armature.
B- 120 degrees apart. B- strength of the magnetic field.
C- 90 degrees apart. C- speed at which the armature rotates.
Correct Answer is. 120 degrees apart. Correct Answer is. strength of the
Explanation. NIL. magnetic field.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 154. To restore the level of

electrolyte which hasbeen lost due to normal Q. 159. As the generator load is
gassing during battery charging. increased (within its rated capacity), the
A- sulphuric acid must be added. voltage will.
B- distilled water must be added. A- remain constant and the amperage
C- electrolyte of the same specific gravity as output will increase.
that contained in the battery must be added. B- decrease and the amperage output will
increase.
Correct Answer is. distilled water must be C- remain constant and the amperage
added. output will decrease.
Explanation. CAIPS EEL/1-1 4.6.1. Correct Answer is. decrease and the
amperage output will increase.
Explanation. Assuming no voltage regulator
Q. 155. A 12 volt lead-acid battery. is considered, otherwise b is the answer.
A- has 6 cells.
B- has 24 cells. Q. 160. When checking the specific
C- has 12 cells. gravity of the electrolyte in a battery.
Correct Answer is. has 6 cells.
Explanation. NIL. A- one cell only need be checked as the
remainder will read the same.
B- each cell should be checked as the
Q. 156. The active component of an readings may differ.
A.C. circuit is 4 amps and the reactive is 3 C- only the end cells need be checked as
amps. Ammeterreading will be. they contain the terminals.
A- 7 amps. Correct Answer is. each cell should be
B- 3.4 amps. checked as the readings may differ.
C- 5 amps. Explanation. NIL.
Correct Answer is. 5 amps.
Explanation. Total current is the vector sum
of active (real) and reactive currents. 3, 4, 5 Q. 161. A lead-acid battery is
triangle in this case. considered to be fully charged when the.
A- S.G. reaches 1.180.

Q. 157. In a delta connected B- S.G. and voltage remain constant for
generator. specified period.
A- phase volts equals 1.73 line volts. C- cells begin to gas freely.
B- line volts equals 1.73 phase volts. Correct Answer is. S.G. and voltage
C- line volts equals phase volts. remain constant for specified period.
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Correct Answer is. line volts equals phase Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1 4.7.
volts.
Q. 162. Which aircraft circuit would be Q. 167. The specific gravity of the
most likely to use frequency wild 200 V AC?. electrolyte in a lead-acid battery.
A- changes with the state of charge and is
A- Standby compass. therefore a measure of the state of charge.
B- Windscreen heating.
C- Hydraulic pump. B- remains substantially constant regardless
Correct Answer is. Windscreen heating. of the state of charge and is not therefore a
Explanation. Any heating or lighting circuit guide to the state of charge.
can be frequency wild. C- remains constant with changes in the
state of charge but is a useful guide to the
amount of acid contained in the electrolyte.
Q. 163. To prevent corrosion at the
terminals of a lead-acid battery. Correct Answer is. changes with the state
A- petroleum jelly may be applied to the of charge and is therefore a measure of the
connections. state of charge.
B- the connectors may be painted. Explanation. NIL.
C- copper connectors are used.
Correct Answer is. petroleum jelly may be
applied to the connections. Q. 168. A battery which is assumed to
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-1 4.2 (vi). be 100% efficient and to have a capacity of
60 ampere-hours at the 10 hour rate will
deliver.
Q. 164. Before taking S.G. readings of A- 60 amps for 10 hours.
a lead-acid battery recently removed from B- 6 amps for 10 hours.
an aircraft. C- 60 amps for 10 hours or 6 amps for 10
A- a period of 1 hour should have elapsed to hours depending upon the rate of demand.
allow the S.G. to stabilize.
B- the electrolyte temperature must be Correct Answer is. 6 amps for 10 hours.
noted. Explanation. NIL.
C- the battery must be charged at the 10
hour rate for one hour.
Correct Answer is. the electrolyte Q. 169. Two 12 V 25 ampere batteries
temperature must be noted. connected in series will produce.
Explanation. NIL. A- 24 V with 25 ampere hour capacity.
B- 12 V with 25 ampere hour capacity.
C- 12 V with 50 ampere hour capacity.
Q. 165. The output of a DC generator Correct Answer is. 24 V with 25 ampere
is controlled by varying the. hour capacity.
A- armature current. Explanation. NIL.
B- field current.
C- engine speed.
Correct Answer is. field current. Q. 170. As an installed battery
Explanation. NIL. becomes fully charged by the aircraft
generator.
A- the battery contactor isolates the battery
Q. 166. A generator rated at 30 kVA from the generator.
power factor 0.8 has a maximum continuous B- the generator voltage decreases to
power output of. supply the steadily decreasing current.
A- 37.5 Kw. C- the battery voltage nears its nominal
B- 30 kW. level so the charging current decreases.
C- 24 kW. Correct Answer is. the battery voltage
Correct Answer is. 24 Kw. nears its nominal level so the charging
Explanation. PF = TP/AP 0.8 = TP/30 TP = current decreases.
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24. Explanation. NIL.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 171. On a DC shunt generator
without a voltage regulator, if the load

increases the generator output voltage will. Q. 176. When checking a nicad battery
in situ for serviceability.
A- increase. A- a load is applied to the battery and the
B- remain constant. voltmeter reading noted.
C- decrease. B- the electrical circuits must be isolated
Correct Answer is. decrease. before installing shorting strips.
Explanation. NIL. C- a hydrometer must be used.
Correct Answer is. a load is applied to the
battery and the voltmeter reading noted.
Q. 172. For battery charging, the Explanation. NIL.
electrical supply connected to the battery
must be.
A- DC. Q. 177. The output from an AC
B- AC at 50 c.p.s. generator is taken from.
C- AC at 400 c.p.s. A- slip rings.
Correct Answer is. DC. B- slip rings via commutator.
Explanation. NIL. C- connections on the stator.
Correct Answer is. connections on the
stator.
Q. 173. When using A.C. power on the Explanation. NIL.
bus bar you require 28 V D.C. for battery
charging.
A- a D.C. transformer and rectifier would be Q. 178. Load sharing on a DC
required. generation system is achieved by.
B- an A.C. inverter would be required. A- circulating currents affecting the carbon
C- an A.C. transformer and rectifier would pile for voltage trimming.
be required. B- tachogenerators varying the generators
Correct Answer is. an A.C. transformer outputs as the engine speed varies.
and rectifier would be required. C- the load differences causing torque
Explanation. NIL. signals to vary the engine speed.
Correct Answer is. circulating currents
affecting the carbon pile for voltage
Q. 174. Two similar 12 V batteries trimming.
connected in parallel will produce. Explanation. NIL.
A- 24 V e.m.f. with twice the capacity of
each battery.
B- 12 V e.m.f. with twice the capacity of Q. 179. If a nickel cadmium aircraft
each battery. battery is not required for immediate
C- 24 V e.m.f. with the same capacity as service, it should be stored.
each battery. A- in the fully discharged condition.
Correct Answer is. 12 V e.m.f. with twice B- in the fully charged condition.
the capacity of each battery. C- in a totally dry condition.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. in the fully discharged
condition.
Explanation. CAIPs EEL/1-3 8.
Q. 175. If a nicad battery overheats, it
is an indication of.
A- the generator voltage regulator setting is Q. 180. The correct way to determine
too low. the state of charge of a nickel-cadmium
B- thermal runaway. battery is.
C- the generator is not connected to the bus A- by checking the specific gravity of each
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bar. cell.
Correct Answer is. thermal runaway.
B- by a complete discharge and a measured Q. 185. The purpose of an inverter is

recharge. to convert.
C- by checking the voltage of each cell A- AC to DC.

under load. B- AC to a higher frequency AC.
Correct Answer is. by a complete C- DC to AC.
discharge and a measured recharge. Correct Answer is. DC to AC.
Explanation. EEL/1-3 4.5.6. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems
Pallett Page 66.
Q. 181. A DC generator will be

connected to the busbar after the RCCO Q. 186. With a vibrating-contact type
contacts close due to. voltage regulator the adjustment of
A- a differential voltage of 0.5 V battery generator voltage is carried out by.
voltage higher than generator. A- alteration of the field resistance.
B- increasing battery voltage. B- alteration of contact spring tension.
C- increasing generator voltage. C- adjustment of voltage coil resistance.
Correct Answer is. increasing generator Correct Answer is. alteration of contact
voltage. spring tension.
Explanation. NIL. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems,
Pallett Page 12, and Aircraft Electricity and
Electronics - Eismin Page 199.
Q. 182. Spillage of a lead acid
electrolyte is detected by.
A- indicating paper that turns red. Q. 187. Battery SG is measured using
B- indicating paper that turns blue. a.
C- litmus paper that turns black. A- hypsometer.
Correct Answer is. indicating paper that B- hygrometer.
turns red. C- hydrometer.
Explanation. Acid turns litmus paper red. Correct Answer is. hydrometer.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 183. To restore electrolyte after

spillage. Q. 188. A battery for use on aircraft
A- add a mixture of acid and water of the must have a capacity of.
same s.g. as that in the battery. A- 50%.
B- add distilled water only. B- 90%.
C- add acid only. C- 80%.
Correct Answer is. add a mixture of acid Correct Answer is. 80%.
and water of the same s.g. as that in the Explanation. NIL.
battery. http://www.energysys.com/defense/d
Explanation. NIL. ocuments/aft_manual.pdf
Q. 184. When a DC generator fails, the Q. 189. When connecting aircraft

pilot will receive C149the following batteries, the last lead to connect is the.
indications.
A- Rising voltage and current discharge with A- positive.
a red PFWL. B- positive earth.
B- An audio bell and red PFWL. C- negative.
C- Zero current on the ammeter and a red Correct Answer is. negative.
PFWL. Explanation. Aircraft Electricity and
Correct Answer is. Zero current on the Electronics Eismin Page 43.
ammeter and a red PFWL.
Explanation. NIL.
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Q. 190. Polarization in a cell is.
A- the fact that hydrogen bubbles form on Correct Answer is. alter the field current.
the -ve plate.
B- the establishing of a potential across the Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical

cell. Systems Page 46.
C- the fact that as a battery discharges, the
-ve plate's potential approaches that of the
+ve plate's. Q. 194. In a paralleled AC generation
Correct Answer is. the fact that as a system load sharing is for.
battery discharges, the -ve plate's potential A- reactive load only.
approaches that of the +ve plate's. OR the B- real and reactive load.
fact that hydrogen bubbles form on the -ve C- real load only.
plate. Correct Answer is. real and reactive load.
Explanation. NIL.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 191. Battery capacity is checked by.

Q. 195. Single phase components in a
A- measuring the terminal voltage whilst on 3 phase system may be connected between.
load and multiplying by the current drawn.
B- discharging while maintaining the voltage A- phases A and B only.
constant by varying a resistor in the circuit B- any phase and earth or between any two
and checking the time to be discharged. phases.
C- discharging at a constant current and C- the phase and earth only.
checking the time taken to reach the Correct Answer is. any phase and earth or
discharged state. between any two phases.
Correct Answer is. discharging while Explanation. NIL.
maintaining the voltage constant by varying
a resistor in the circuit and checking the time
to be discharged. OR discharging at a Q. 196. A frequency wild supply would
constant current and checking the time be suitable for.
taken to reach the discharged state. A- instruments and navigation systems.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical B- 3-phase torque motors.
Systems Page 21. C- deicing loads.
Correct Answer is. deicing loads.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 192. The frequency of an AC
generator is dependant on the.
A- number of pairs of poles and the speed of Q. 197. Three 12 V, 40Ah
the rotor. accumulators in series would give.
B- number of conductors and the field A- 36 V 120Ah.
strength. B- 36 V 40Ah.
C- field strength and the speed of the C- 12 V 120Ah.
generator. Correct Answer is. 36 V 40Ah.
Correct Answer is. number of pairs of Explanation. NIL.
poles and the speed of the rotor.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 198. Three 12 V, 40Ah
accumulators in parallel would give.
Q. 193. To adjust the voltage output of
an AC generator, whilst maintaining constant A- 36 V 120Ah.
frequency, it is necessary to. B- 12 V 40Ah.
A- alter the driving speed. C- 12 V 120Ah.
B- alter the field current. Correct Answer is. 12 V 120Ah.
C- alter the reactance of the stator winding Explanation. NIL.
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circuit.
Q. 199. An inverter can be an AC

generator driven by. Q. 205. The preferred method of
A- an AC motor. battery charging a Ni-Cad battery is

B- either an AC or DC motor. constant.
C- a DC motor. A- speed.
Correct Answer is. a DC motor. B- current.
Explanation. NIL. C- voltage.
Correct Answer is. current.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 200. When mixing electrolyte for
lead acid batteries.
A- add water to acid. Q. 206. When operating two AC
B- add acid to water. generators unparalleled, the phase of each.
C- the method of mixing is unimportant.
Correct Answer is. add acid to water. A- must be in opposition to one another.
Explanation. NIL. B- is unimportant.
C- must be synchronized.
Correct Answer is. is unimportant.
Q. 201. The RPM of a 6 pole, 400 Hz Explanation. It says 'UNparalleled'.
alternator is.
A- 8000.
B- 4000. Q. 207. When the GPU is connected to
C- 6000. the aircraft.
Correct Answer is. 8000. A- it is not paralleled with the aircraft
Explanation. 400/3 * 60. generator.
B- it is paralleled with the aircraft generator.
Q. 202. The ratio between apparent C- it supplies essential services.

power and true power is the. Correct Answer is. it is not paralleled with
A- power factor. the aircraft generator.
B- power rating. Explanation. NIL.
C- efficiency.
Correct Answer is. power factor.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Q. 208. A lead-acid battery with 12
Systems Page 3. cells connected in series (no-load voltage =
2.1 volts per cell) furnishes 10 amperes to a
load of 2 ohms resistance. The internal
Q. 203. Apparent power is measured resistance of the battery in this instance is.
in.
A- Volt Amps. A- 2.52 ohms.
B- Kilovolts. B- 5.0 ohms.
C- Watts. C- 0.52 ohms.
Correct Answer is. Volt Amps. Correct Answer is. 0.52 ohms.
Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Explanation. O C V = 2.1 * 12 = 25.2 C C V
Systems Page 35. = 10 * 2 = 20. Internal voltage drop = 5.2
V. Internal R=V/I = 5.2/10 = 0.52.
Q. 204. A Ni-Cad battery consists of

19, 1.2 volt cells.What will be the nominal Q. 209. The rating of an aircraft
battery output?. alternator is 40 KVA at PF 0.8 lagging.
A- 24 V.
B- 20 V. A- The maximum load permitted is 32KW.
C- 22 V. B- The maximum load under all conditions is
Correct Answer is. 22 V. 40KVA.
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Explanation. NIL. C- The maximum load under all conditions is

40KW.
Correct Answer is. The maximum load

permitted is 32KW.
Explanation. NIL. Q. 215. How is initial voltage build-up

ensured in a brushless generating system,
before full output is available from the
Q. 210. A P.M.G (Permanent Magnet voltage regulator?.
Generator) is a small built in generator A- Permanent magnets are mounted
which. between the exciter field poles.
A- provides initial excitation. B- A switch must be operated by the crew to
B- only rotates during starting. provide excitation form the dc busbar to
C- only rotates after starting. bring generator on ine.
Correct Answer is. provides initial C- Excitation form the DC busbars is
excitation. automatically provided during the start
Explanation. NIL. sequence.
Correct Answer is. Permanent magnets are
mounted between the exciter field poles.
Q. 211. To parallel an alternator with Explanation. NIL.
another alternator the alternators must have
the same.
A- frequency, RPM and phase relationship. Q. 216. Insulation resistance of
electrical machines is.
B- frequency, RPM and speed. A- normally lower when the machine is hot.
C- frequency, voltage and phase
relationship. B- normally higher when the machine is hot.
Correct Answer is. frequency, voltage and
phase relationship. C- not affected by change of temperature of
Explanation. NIL. machine.
Correct Answer is. normally higher when
the machine is hot.
Q. 212. Speed of an alternator may be Explanation. NIL.
controlled by.
A- varying the field current.
B- keeping engine rpm constant. Q. 217. The purpose of a thermistor in
C- C S D U (constant speed drive unit). a brushless AC generator is to.
Correct Answer is. C S D U (constant A- compensate for temperature changes in
speed drive unit). the main AC stator windings.
Explanation. NIL. B- keep the exciter field resistance nearly
constant at varying temperatures.
C- keep the resistance of the rectifiers
Q. 213. Frequency wild' alternators nearly constant at varying temperatures.
supply. Correct Answer is. keep the exciter field
A- capacitive circuits. resistance nearly constant at varying
B- resistive circuits. temperatures.
C- inductive circuits. Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems,
Correct Answer is. resistive circuits. Pallett Page 45 and diagram.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 218. The term 'random paralleling'

Q. 214. The real load of an alternator means the incoming alternator's output
is directly related to. voltage frequency and phase relationship is.
A- output shaft rpm.
B- output shaft torque. A- the same.
C- output voltage. B- the outputs are constant.
Correct Answer is. output shaft torque. C- not the same.
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Explanation. Pallett Aircraft Electrical Correct Answer is. not the same.
Systems Page 48. Explanation. NIL.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 219. One lamp is connected across

corresponding phases of two alternators. Q. 224. The APU generator can
They will besynchronised when. normally be.
A- the lamp is maximum brightness. A- connected in parallel with the ground
B- the lamp is extinguished. power supply.
C- the lamp is either at maximum B- used during flight as a back up supply if
brightness or is extinguished. the main aircraft supply fails.
Correct Answer is. the lamp is C- connected in parallel with the aircraft's
extinguished. main generators.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. used during flight as a
back up supply if the main aircraft supply
fails.
Q. 220. Automatic synchronising Explanation. NIL.
means that the incoming alternator's voltage
and frequency.
A- an be checked at the system's electrical Q. 225. The impedance on a run of co-
panel by selecting the relevant alternator. axial cable is.
B- cannot be checked. A- inversely proportional to the length of
C- can be synchronised using the two lamps cable.
provided at the system's panel. B- not affected by length of cable.
Correct Answer is. an be checked at the C- proportional to the length of cable.
system's electrical panel by selecting the Correct Answer is. not affected by length
relevant alternator. of cable.
Explanation. NIL. Explanation. NIL.
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Q. 221. The danger of random
paralleling is the possibility of.
A- disconnection of the other alternators. Q. 226. Galley loads are supplied from
B- ground power disconnection. the.
C- crash engagement. A- ground service bus.
Correct Answer is. crash engagement. B- main bus bar.
Explanation. NIL. C- battery bus bar.
Correct Answer is. main bus bar.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 222. What is monitored in a
constant speed drive?.
A- Hi oil temperature and low oil press. Q. 227. A ni-cad battery is stored in
B- Low oil temperature and low oil press. the.
C- Low oil press and CSD speed. A- fully discharged condition.
Correct Answer is. Hi oil temperature and B- dry condition.
low oil press. C- fully charged condition.
Explanation. NIL. Correct Answer is. fully discharged
condition.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 223. An external ground power
supply can be used for.
A- only the ground handling busbar Q. 228. Transformer rectifier unit
services. (TRUs) change.
B- all normal services required by flight and A- three phase AC to direct current.
ground crew. B- single phase to direct current.
C- only the emergency busbar services. C- direct current to AC.
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Correct Answer is. all normal services Correct Answer is. single phase to direct
required by flight and ground crew. current.
Explanation. CAAIPS Leaflet 6-4 Page 13.

Q. 229. A frequency wild AC generator

is used for.
A- instruments.
B- deicing loads.
C- fluorescent lights.
Correct Answer is. deicing loads.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 230. What should you do if the

electrolyte is found to be low in one cell of a
lead acid battery?.
A- Cell is defective, replace the battery.
B- Top-up the individual cell with distilled
water.
C- Replace the defective cell.
Correct Answer is. Top-up the individual
cell with distilled water.
Explanation. NIL.
Q. 231. What is the purpose of the

diode on a contactor?.
A- Prevent spikes.
B- Prevent bounce.
C- To prevent current going the wrong way.
Correct Answer is. Prevent spikes.

Explanation. It is known as a 'flywheel
diode'.
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IN - DGCA CAR -66 MODULE 12 PART -05

Q. 6. Galley loads are wired in.

Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Technician Explanation. Phase relationship is

(although one answer says it will be

interlock circuit is controlled by pins.

Q. 10. In a multi-generator system, the A- AB.

Q. 18. Differential protection in a generating Explanation. The voltage is controlled by

B- detects current difference between

Q. 19. Open phase sensing on a current

Correct Answer is. the voltage regulator.

Q. 28. Before operating generators in C- must be synchronised prior to paralleling.

A- large circulating currents developing. prior to paralleling.

with a generator field.

A- uses a voltage coil in parallel with Explanation. Jeppesen A&P Airframe

low oil pressure. Q. 45. A permanent magnet should have.

A- high retentivity, low coercivity. C- by CSU.

A- the battery is faulty.

A- by angle of swash plate. C- no cause for concern.

Q. 59. To confirm the state of charge of a ni-

Q. 58. The purpose of a synchronising bus

trimming from the flight deck.

100ohm load (parallel circuit theory) I = V/R

Q. 68. If an aircraft has no battery charger,

B- decreases output voltage. Q. 77. Assuming all systems are operating

Correct Answer is. decreases frequency. A- increases and amperage output

Q. 76. In an undervolt condition in an AC

Q. 82. A reduction in field strength of a DC Explanation. NIL.

result in. ine:Eddy+Currents

Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems

Q. 91. A current transformer connected Explanation. A voltage regulator has two

for. width modulated on a transistorised

Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems

Q. 97. Which components within a generator

DC. C- to control output current.

Q. 101. How is real and reactive load

Q. 103. he trimmer resister in a carbon A- electrolyte level.

Q. 114. The current consumed by a DC

Q. 115. A neutralising agent for

Q. 111. When replacing a current Q. 116. In a split bus power

A- reduces current required to hold closed.

Q. 113. What is the function of the

C- a volts coil in parallel with the points.

Q. 119. How do you check condition of with the points.

A- modifies generator field excitation A- Evaporation.

B- The hydrometer reading does not require

A- a resister in parallel with the points.

regardless of olyte temperature.

Q. 128. An increase in the speed of a B- The state-of-charge of the battery.

Q. 134. The servicing and charging of

sufficient heat to prevent freezing. B- normal battery service life.

C- contamination of both types of batteries. A- for low speed.

Correct Answer is. contamination of both generator.

Explanation. Aircraft Electrical Systems, Q. 142. The purpose of an inverter is

Q. 138. A constant speed drive unit C- AC to a higher frequency AC.

Explanation. NIL. B- becomes inoperative when the undervolt

C- is connected in series with the carbon

Q. 151. In the procedure to be

Q. 147. The equalising coil in the

A- modifies the effect of the voltage sensing of cycles per.

B- second. Explanation. NIL.

Correct Answer is. second.

Q. 154. To restore the level of

A- S.G. reaches 1.180.