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Aircraft landing gear system

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of an aircraft landing gear system?
    To control the speed of the aircraft
    To provide stability during flight
    To support the weight of the aircraft during landing and takeoff
    To generate lift during takeoff
    30s
  • Q2
    What type of landing gear system is commonly used in modern commercial aircraft?
    Tricycle landing gear system
    Quad landing gear system
    Bicycle landing gear system
    Taildragger landing gear system
    30s
  • Q3
    What are the three main components of an aircraft landing gear system?
    Avionics, fuel tanks, and control surfaces
    Struts, wheels, and brakes
    Engines, wings, and fuselage
    Flaps, slats, and spoilers
    30s
  • Q4
    Which type of landing gear system allows the aircraft to land and takeoff on unprepared or rough surfaces?
    Ski landing gear system
    Retractable landing gear system
    Arrester hook landing gear system
    Tundra landing gear system
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following is a component of an aircraft landing gear system?
    Rudder
    Aileron
    Tire
    Elevator
    30s
  • Q6
    Which component provides shock absorption during aircraft landing?
    Thrust reverser
    Flap
    Shock strut
    Horizontal stabilizer
    30s
  • Q7
    What is the purpose of an aircraft landing gear system?
    To control the aircraft's speed
    To support the aircraft on the ground and provide stability during landing and takeoff
    To steer the aircraft during taxiing
    To adjust the aircraft's altitude
    30s
  • Q8
    Which of the following is a type of landing gear configuration used in aircraft?
    Canard
    T-Tail
    Swept wing
    Tricycle
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the purpose of a landing gear door in an aircraft?
    To house the landing gear mechanism
    To control the aircraft's pitch
    To provide aerodynamic streamlining and reduce drag
    To store hydraulic fluid
    30s
  • Q10
    Which component is responsible for extending and retracting the landing gear?
    Fuselage
    Stabilizer
    Actuator
    Wing
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the purpose of a strut in an aircraft landing gear system?
    To house the landing gear mechanism
    To generate lift during takeoff
    To control the aircraft's speed
    To provide structural support and absorb forces during landing
    30s
  • Q12
    What is the purpose of a landing gear fairing in an aircraft?
    To house the landing gear mechanism
    To store fuel for the aircraft
    To reduce drag and improve aerodynamics
    To provide cushioning during landing
    30s
  • Q13
    What is the purpose of an anti-skid system in an aircraft landing gear?
    To enhance steering control during taxiing
    To prevent the wheels from locking up during braking
    To increase the speed during takeoff
    To provide additional cushioning during landing
    30s
  • Q14
    What is the purpose of retractable aircraft landing gear?
    To provide additional safety during takeoff and landing.
    To increase stability during landing.
    To reduce drag and increase speed.
    To save fuel consumption.
    30s
  • Q15
    Why do aircraft have retractable landing gear?
    To minimize weight and improve fuel efficiency.
    To enhance visibility for the pilot.
    To improve maneuverability during takeoff and landing.
    To provide extra storage space for cargo.
    30s

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