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Function of aircraft primary controls

Quiz by Abed Suwissat

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of the ailerons on an aircraft?
    To control the pitch of the aircraft
    To control the yaw of the aircraft
    To control the roll of the aircraft
    To control the speed of the aircraft
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the purpose of the elevator on an aircraft?
    To control the speed of the aircraft
    To control the roll of the aircraft
    To control the pitch of the aircraft
    To control the yaw of the aircraft
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the center of gravity of an aircraft?
    The point at which the aircraft's landing gear is located.
    The point at which the aircraft's wings are attached.
    The point at which the aircraft's weight is evenly balanced in all directions.
    The point at which the aircraft's engines are placed.
    30s
  • Q4
    Why is it important to maintain the proper center of gravity in an aircraft?
    To reduce fuel consumption.
    To increase the aircraft's speed.
    To ensure safe and stable flight.
    To improve passenger comfort.
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the purpose of determining the center of gravity range in an aircraft?
    To ensure safe and balanced flight.
    To reduce aerodynamic drag.
    To maximize passenger capacity.
    To increase fuel efficiency.
    30s
  • Q6
    How does a rearward center of gravity affect the stability of an aircraft?
    It decreases stability and can cause nose-heavy conditions.
    It improves stability but reduces maneuverability.
    It increases stability and improves maneuverability.
    It has no effect on the stability of the aircraft.
    30s
  • Q7
    Which component of an aircraft's structure is responsible for supporting the weight and maintaining the center of gravity?
    Fuselage
    Engines
    Tail
    Wings
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the purpose of a datum line in relation to aircraft center of gravity?
    To indicate the maximum allowable center of gravity range.
    To calculate the aircraft's maximum takeoff weight.
    To determine the fuel capacity of the aircraft.
    To establish a reference point for measuring the distances of various components from the center of gravity.
    30s
  • Q9
    Which axis is responsible for the roll motion of an aircraft?
    Directional axis
    Vertical axis
    Longitudinal axis
    Lateral axis
    30s
  • Q10
    Which axis is responsible for the yaw motion of an aircraft?
    Directional axis
    Vertical axis
    Longitudinal axis
    Lateral axis
    30s
  • Q11
    Which axis is responsible for the rotation of an aircraft in the vertical plane?
    Pitch axis
    Climb axis
    Yaw axis
    Roll axis
    30s
  • Q12
    Which axis is responsible for the rotation of an aircraft in the longitudinal plane?
    Yaw axis
    Roll axis
    Pitch axis
    Vertical axis
    30s
  • Q13
    Which of the following factors affects the lift generated by an aircraft?
    Weight of the aircraft
    Thrust produced
    Angle of attack
    Density of air
    30s
  • Q14
    What is the purpose of an aircraft's flaps?
    Stabilize the aircraft
    Increase lift and drag
    Reduce fuel consumption
    Increase speed
    30s
  • Q15
    What is the purpose of an aircraft's winglets?
    Generate thrust
    Control yaw
    Increase lift
    Reduce drag
    30s

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