Aviation Fuel Systems and Safety

Aviation Fuel Systems and Safety

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explains the aircraft fuel system, covering components like fuel tanks, pumps, vents, and overflow drains. It discusses the importance of fuel selectors, shutoff valves, sumps, and filters in maintaining fuel quality and preventing contamination. The use of fuel primers and gauges is highlighted for engine starting and fuel verification. Different fuel grades and their identification through dyes are also covered, emphasizing the importance of using the correct fuel grade to avoid engine damage.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the engine-driven fuel pump in an airplane?

To filter the fuel

To pressurize the fuel

To cool the engine

To measure fuel levels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are fuel vents crucial in an airplane's fuel system?

They allow air to replace consumed fuel

They measure fuel temperature

They prevent fuel contamination

They provide fuel to the engine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the fuel selector valve in the cockpit?

To filter the fuel

To cool the fuel

To select which tank supplies fuel

To measure fuel pressure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do fuel sumps help maintain fuel quality?

By pressurizing the fuel

By collecting water and contaminants

By storing excess fuel

By heating the fuel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of a fuel primer in an airplane?

To cool the engine

To filter the fuel

To inject fuel directly into the engine

To measure fuel levels

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are airplane fuel gauges not used for flight planning?

They are not available in all airplanes

They are too expensive

They are not very accurate

They are difficult to read

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the consequence of using a lower than approved fuel grade in an airplane?

Improved engine performance

Reduced fuel consumption

Increased fuel efficiency

Potential engine damage

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