Question 1

What is the purpose of an aircraft fuel system?

Accepted Answer

To supply fuel to the engine(s)

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To generate electricity for the aircraft

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To operate the landing gear

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To control the temperature of the cabin

Question 2

What is the most common type of fuel used in aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Jet fuel

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Gasoline

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Diesel

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Kerosene

Question 3

What component of an aircraft fuel system filters impurities from the fuel?

Accepted Answer

Fuel filter

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Fuel pump

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Fuel nozzle

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Fuel tank

Question 4

What is a fuel dump used for in an aircraft fuel system?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the aircraft's weight in case of an emergency

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To refuel other aircraft mid-flight

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To disperse fuel to prevent fires on the ground

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To store unused fuel for future flights

Question 5

What are fuel lines in an aircraft fuel system made of?

Accepted Answer

Metal tubing or flexible hose

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Plastic tubing

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Fiberglass

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Rubber hose

Question 6

What is the purpose of a fuel vent in an aircraft fuel system?

Accepted Answer

To prevent pressure buildup in the fuel tank

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To release excess fuel during takeoff

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To allow water to drain from the fuel tank

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To regulate the flow of fuel to the engine

Question 7

What is the purpose of a fuel pump in an aircraft fuel system?

Accepted Answer

To deliver fuel to the engine(s)

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To filter impurities from the fuel

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To cool the fuel before it enters the engine

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To regulate the pressure in the fuel tank

Question 8

What is the name of the device that measures the amount of fuel in an aircraft fuel tank?

Accepted Answer

Fuel gauge

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Fuel vent

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Fuel pump

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Fuel filter

Question 9

What is a fuel cell in an aircraft fuel system?

Accepted Answer

An electrochemical device that converts fuel into electrical energy

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A device that measures the temperature of the fuel

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A device that regulates the flow of fuel to the engine

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A device that separates water from fuel

Question 10

What is the purpose of an aircraft's control surfaces?

Accepted Answer

To control the movement and direction of the aircraft

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To generate electricity for the aircraft

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To provide a comfortable ride for passengers

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To regulate the temperature inside the cabin

Question 11

What is the primary function of an aircraft's autopilot system?

Accepted Answer

To automatically control the aircraft's flight path and altitude

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To provide in-flight entertainment for passengers

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To adjust the cabin pressure for passenger comfort

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To navigate to the nearest airport in case of emergency

Question 12

Which instrument is responsible for measuring the speed of an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Air Speed Indicator

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Heading Indicator

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Attitude Indicator

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Altimeter

Question 13

What is the purpose of the rudder on an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To control the yawing motion of the aircraft

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To provide additional lift to the aircraft

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To control the pitch of the aircraft

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To control the roll of the aircraft

Question 14

What is the purpose of the elevators on the tail of an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To control the pitch of the aircraft

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To control the roll of the aircraft

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To control the yaw of the aircraft

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To provide additional lift to the aircraft

Question 15

What is fly-by-wire technology?

Accepted Answer

Aircraft control system in which electronic signals are transmitted between the cockpit and the flight control surfaces

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A mechanical system of cables and pulleys for controlling an aircraft

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A method of controlling aircraft using passenger input

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A system of hydraulic pumps and actuators for controlling an aircraft

Question 16

How does a pilot initiate a turn in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

By using the ailerons to bank the wings

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By using the flaps to increase lift

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By using the elevators to pitch the aircraft

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By using the rudder to yaw the aircraft

Question 17

What is the function of the spoiler?

Accepted Answer

To reduce lift and increase drag

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To increase lift and reduce drag

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To control the yaw of the aircraft

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To control the pitch of the aircraft

Question 18

What is the purpose of the trim system in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To relieve the pilot of the need to maintain constant pressure on the flight controls

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To adjust the altitude of the aircraft

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To adjust the temperature inside the cabin

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To control the amount of fuel being used by the engines

Question 19

What is the purpose of the aircraft landing gear system?

Accepted Answer

To support the weight of the aircraft on the ground and provide a means for taxiing, takeoff, and landing.

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To allow the pilot to steer the aircraft.

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To regulate the temperature inside the aircraft.

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To provide electricity to the aircraft.

Question 20

What type of landing gear does a helicopter typically have?

Accepted Answer

Skids or wheels.

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Parachutes.

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Sails.

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Floats.

Question 21

What is the purpose of the strut in an aircraft landing gear system?

Accepted Answer

To absorb shock and provide support.

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To generate lift.

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To control the direction of the aircraft.

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To store fuel.

Question 22

What type of aircraft landing gear system is commonly used in large commercial airplanes?

Accepted Answer

Retractable landing gear system.

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Fixed landing gear system.

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Parachute landing system.

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Hybrid landing gear system.

Question 23

What is the name of the mechanism that controls the deployment and retraction of the landing gear in aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Landing gear control system.

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Cockpit control system.

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Flight control system.

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Aircraft door system.

Question 24

What is the difference between a nose landing gear and a main landing gear in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

A nose landing gear is located at the front of the aircraft, while the main landing gear is located at the wings or fuselage.

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A nose landing gear is used for takeoff and a main landing gear is used for landing.

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A nose landing gear is larger and heavier than a main landing gear.

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A nose landing gear and a main landing gear are the same thing.

Question 25

What is the purpose of the shock absorber in an aircraft landing gear system?

Accepted Answer

To absorb the impact of landing and provide a smooth ride for passengers.

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To provide electricity to the aircraft.

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To help the pilot steer the aircraft.

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To regulate the temperature inside the aircraft.

Question 26

What is the purpose of the anti-skid system in an aircraft landing gear?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the wheels from skidding during landing or takeoff.

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To steer the aircraft while on the ground.

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To retract the landing gear in flight.

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To provide hydraulic power to the aircraft.

Question 27

What is the purpose of the aircraft pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

To provide compressed air to various airplane systems

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To provide electrical power to the engines

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To cool down the cabin

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To navigate the aircraft

Question 28

Which component is responsible for compressing air in an aircraft pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

The engine compressor

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The hydraulic pump

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The landing gear

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The air conditioning unit

Question 29

What is the function of a pneumatic duct in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To distribute compressed air throughout the airplane

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To collect exhaust gases from the engines

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To provide fuel for the engine

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To cool down the avionics

Question 30

Why is it important to regulate the pressure of the pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

To ensure safe and efficient operation of airplane systems

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To reduce engine noise

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To increase cabin humidity

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To lower fuel consumption

Question 31

Which system in an airplane is NOT typically powered by the pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

The electrical system

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The air conditioning system

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The hydraulic system

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The anti-ice system

Question 32

What is the purpose of the bleed air valve in an aircraft pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

To control the flow of compressed air into various airplane systems

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To adjust the flight controls

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To regulate the temperature inside the cabin

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To pressurize the fuel tank

Question 33

What is the primary source of air for an aircraft pneumatic system?

Accepted Answer

The engines

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The ground support equipment

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The auxiliary power unit (APU)

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The avionics system

Question 34

What is the purpose of the anti-ice system in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To prevent ice from forming on airplane surfaces

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To regulate cabin humidity

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To cool down the engine

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To provide oxygen to the cabin

Question 35

What is a common cause of pneumatic system failures in airplanes?

Accepted Answer

Foreign object damage (FOD)

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Weather conditions

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Fuel contamination

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Pilot error

Question 36

What does the acronym ADI stand for in relation to aircraft instrument system?

Accepted Answer

Attitude Director Indicator

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Accelerometer Data Input

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Air Data Intake

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Airspeed Determining Instrument

Question 37

What is the function of the altimeter in an aircraft instrument system?

Accepted Answer

To measure altitude

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To measure airspeed

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To measure temperature

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To measure heading

Question 38

What does the acronym AHRS stand for in relation to aircraft instrument systems?

Accepted Answer

Attitude and Heading Reference System

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Altitude and Heading Reference System

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Aircraft Hydraulic Response System

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Airborne Hazardous Response System

Question 39

What is the purpose of the airspeed indicator in an aircraft instrument system?

Accepted Answer

To measure the speed of the plane relative to the surrounding air

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To measure the plane's bank angle

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To measure the engine's RPM

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To measure the altitude of the plane above sea level

Question 40

What is the function of the Vertical Speed Indicator in an aircraft instrument system?

Accepted Answer

To measure the rate of climb or descent of the aircraft

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To measure the aircraft's airspeed

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To measure the temperature outside the aircraft

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To measure the aircraft's heading

Question 41

What does the acronym EADI stand for in relation to aircraft instrument systems?

Accepted Answer

Electronic Attitude Director Indicator

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Emergency Automatic Descent Instructions

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Engine Air Data Indicator

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Emergency Alert and Detection Information

Question 42

What is the purpose of the heading indicator in an aircraft instrument system?

Accepted Answer

To display the aircraft's magnetic heading

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To display the aircraft's altitude

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To display the aircraft's pitch and roll

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To display the aircraft's airspeed

Question 43

What does APU stand for in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Auxiliary Power Unit

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Aircraft Power Unit

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Airborne Propulsion Unit

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Alternate Propulsion Unit

Question 44

What is the purpose of an APU in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To provide power to the aircraft while on the ground

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To provide extra engine power during takeoff

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To help the aircraft maintain altitude during flight

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To provide additional fuel storage for long flights

Question 45

Where is the APU typically located on an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

In the tail section

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In the cockpit

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In the nose of the aircraft

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In the wing

Question 46

What type of fuel is typically used to power an APU?

Accepted Answer

Jet fuel (kerosene)

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Diesel fuel

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Propane

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Gasoline

Question 47

What is the primary function of the APU bleed air system?

Accepted Answer

To provide air conditioning and pressurization

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To generate electrical power

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To start the aircraft's engines

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To provide hydraulic pressure

Question 48

Can an aircraft take off without the APU?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but the APU provides several benefits

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Yes, but the aircraft will not be able to maintain altitude

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No, the APU is critical for takeoff

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Yes, but the aircraft will not have power for any systems

Question 49

What component allows the APU to provide electrical power to the aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Generator

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Fuel pump

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Exhaust duct

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Oil filter

Question 50

Which component in an aircraft hydraulic system stores fluid under pressure?

Accepted Answer

Accumulator

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Filter

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Valve

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Pump

Question 51

What is the purpose of an aircraft hydraulic system?

Accepted Answer

To transmit power and motion through fluids

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To reduce aircraft weight

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To provide air conditioning to the cabin

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To generate electrical power

Question 52

What is the most common type of hydraulic fluid used in aircraft?

Accepted Answer

MIL-H-5606

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Gasoline

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Water

Answer

Milk

Question 53

What component in an aircraft hydraulic system controls the flow and direction of fluid?

Accepted Answer

Valve

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Accumulator

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Pump

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Filter

Question 54

What is the purpose of a hydraulic pump in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To generate fluid flow and pressure

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To store hydraulic fluid

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To filter hydraulic fluid

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To regulate fluid flow

Question 55

What is the purpose of a hydraulic filter in an aircraft?

Accepted Answer

To remove contaminants from the hydraulic fluid

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To store hydraulic fluid

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To increase system pressure

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To regulate fluid flow

Question 56

What is the color of MIL-H-5606 hydraulic fluid?

Accepted Answer

Red

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Yellow

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Green

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Blue

Question 57

What is the name of the device that converts mechanical force into hydraulic pressure?

Accepted Answer

Actuator

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Filter

Answer

Reservoir

Answer

Valve

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