WorksheetsMEA 330 Part B
Total questions: 57
Worksheet time: 29mins
What was the main reason for the Wright brothers' aircraft built in 1903 to not have much streamlining?
The concept of drag was not yet understood.
They focused on other aspects of flight.
Streamlining materials were not available.
It was thought to increase the weight unnecessarily.
What was the purpose of fairings in modern aircraft design?
To increase the weight of the aircraft.
To store fuel and control air flow.
To smooth over rough fittings and attachment points.
To make the aircraft look more aesthetically pleasing.
Why did early model biplanes have streamlined fuselages and enclosed cockpits?
To provide more space for passengers.
To lower the drag.
To increase the speed of sound.
To store more fuel.
What is the function of a nacelle on an aircraft?
To store personal belongings of the passengers.
To house the engine and related components.
To act as a storage area for emergency equipment.
To provide additional seating for passengers.
What is the purpose of a thrust reverser?
To increase the engine thrust during takeoff.
To redirect the engine thrust upward for better lift.
To assist in stopping the aircraft during landing.
To reverse the direction of the aircraft in flight.
What should be used with extreme caution when working around them due to special lock outs and safety precautions?
Electrical systems
Aircraft doors and windows
Landing gear
Engine components
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of door or window on aircraft?
Entry doors
Cargo doors
Fuel valves
Access doors
What is the purpose of door and window seals on aircraft?
To keep out the weather and wind noise
To secure cargo during flights
To reduce fuel consumption
To enhance the aircraft's appearance
What is a characteristic of most access doors on aircraft?
They use permanent fasteners
They are often painted in bright colors
They use quick release fasteners for ease of access
They are typically welded shut
What type of material is commonly used for aircraft windows today?
Wood
Modern acrylic plastics
Metal
Traditional glass
Which of the following is not a characteristic of seals mentioned in the text?
Manufactured to different profiles
Made from multi layered toughened glass
Some are hollow
Some are solid
For what purpose can some aircraft windows be opened on the ground?
For cleaning purposes
For ventilation purposes
To allow passengers to disembark
For maintenance checks
What is the main reason stretched acrylic is used in aircraft windows?
To reduce the weight of the aircraft
To improve visibility
To provide greater strength in pressurized aircraft
To prevent windows from being opened in flight
Which of the following is NOT included in the interior fittings of an aircraft?
Trim panels
Engines
Seats
Consoles
What should be taken into consideration when removing interior trim panels for access?
They can be easily cleaned
They are made from durable materials
They require great care to avoid damage
They are usually decorative
How are seats now fastened to the floor in modern aircraft?
By welding them directly to the floor
By using strong adhesives
By rails that are attached down the length of the fuselage
By locking them in an upright position
What is the purpose of a console in an aircraft?
To serve food and drinks to passengers
To store personal items of the crew
To contain switches and controls of various devices
To display safety instructions
What type of panels do large aircraft typically use?
Heavy steel panels
Light weight honey comb composite panels
Solid aluminum panels
Plastic panels
Floor coverings for all aircraft should be:
Highly flammable
Flame resistant
Made of synthetic materials only
Difficult to clean
How are floor coverings usually attached in aircraft?
With nails
Using press studs, self tapping screws or double sided tape
With permanent glue
They are not attached, just placed on the floor
Which of the following is NOT included in the emergency equipment on an airline aircraft?
Megaphone(s)
Flashlight(s)
Parachutes
Life raft(s)
What is required of General Aviation (GA) aircraft built after 1988 regarding emergency exits?
They must have a single emergency exit door
They are required to have three emergency exit doors
They must have two doors, one of which is an emergency exit door
No specific requirements for emergency exits
What is the purpose of an evacuation slide on an aircraft?
To provide a play area for children during the flight
To serve as a means of safely egressing passengers in the shortest possible time in an emergency
To store extra luggage during the flight
To act as a backup wing in case of failure
How often are emergency slides inspected and tested?
Every year
Every 2 years
Every 3 years
Every 5 years
What type of seat belts are currently required to secure passengers in large commercial aircraft and GA aircraft?
4 or 5 point attachment system seat belts
Sash type seat belts
Lap sash (3 point) style seat belts
Only lap type (2 point) seat belts
Where are life jackets usually mounted on an aircraft for easy access in an emergency?
In the overhead compartments
Under the seats or in arm rests
In the cockpit
Inside the lavatories
How often should life jackets be inspected for the Date Tested?
Only before a flight
On a periodic basis
Once a year
When visibly damaged
When are life rafts required on an aircraft?
When there are more than 50 persons on board
Whenever an aircraft flies beyond its glide distance to land
Only on international flights
When flying over water
What is the range of sizes available for life rafts on aircraft?
2 to 20 persons
4 to 50 persons
10 to 100 persons
6 to 60 persons
Where are life rafts typically stowed on modern commercial aircraft?
Under the seats
In the cargo hold
In the ceiling and overhead lockers
On the exterior of the aircraft
What is the accuracy range of an activated 406 MHz beacon?
Within 1 km
Within 5 km
Within 10 km
Within 20 km
What does the Australian-New Zealand 406 MHz EPIRB and PLB beacon standard restrict during the self-test?
The number of self-tests in a year
The duration of the transmission to just one second
The frequency of the transmission
The distance the signal can travel
In addition to providing an access point for inspections, what is a secondary purpose for wing tip fairings?
Increase aerodynamic drag
Fuel storage / air flow control
Decoration
Noise reduction
What is the primary purpose for installing fairings on the empennage of an aircraft?
To improve the aircraft's appearance
To store additional fuel
To smooth the airflow
To provide space for more cargo
In addition to housing the engine, which other components does the nacelle contain?
Structural members
Firewall
Engine mount
External skin & cowling
What is the purpose of a thrust reverser?
To increase the engine thrust during takeoff
To redirect the engine thrust forward to assist the aircraft in stopping
To reverse the direction of the aircraft in flight
To provide additional lift during landing
In which direction do most General Aviation doors open?
Inwards
Downwards
Outwards or upwards
Sideways
Which type of fastener is used to allow access doors to be opened quickly and easily?
Bolt fastener
Quick release fastener
Screw fastener
Rivet fastener
Windows of modern aircraft are constructed from which type of plastic?
Polyethylene plastic
Acrylic plastic
Polycarbonate plastic
PVC plastic
Name two types of acrylic plastic:
Plexiglass and Perspex
Plexiglass and Polyethylene
Perspex and Polystyrene
Polyethylene and Polystyrene
Which material are windscreens that are heated or use windscreen wipers constructed from?
Laminated glass
Toughened glass
Tempered glass
Plexiglass
Which material are aircraft interior trim panels typically made from?
Acrylic plastic
Vinyl ester plastics
Polyethylene plastic
Polycarbonate plastic
Which type of screw is typically used to hold the interior trim in place?
Wood screw
Self-tapping screw
Machine screw
Sheet metal screw
How are the seats of modern aircraft attached to the floor?
By bolts
By rails
By suction
By adhesive
What is the term used to describe the spacing between seats that are installed in a large aircraft?
Seat length
Seat width
Seat pitch
Seat height
What type of naturally flame resistant material is used for manufacturing aircraft carpets?
Synthetic fibers
Pure Wool
Cotton
Polyester
Name two types of escape systems that pilots of large aircraft can use to escape in the event of a ground emergency.
Escape rope and Inertia reel escape device
Ejection seat and Parachute
Emergency door and Slide
Hatch and Ladder
What must be done to prevent the accidental discharge of the inflation reservoir and subsequent deployment of the escape slide during removal & installation?
Lubricate the slide mechanism
Correctly install the safety lock/pin in the regulator assembly
Deflate the reservoir completely
Secure the slide with additional straps
Which of the following is NOT an item of emergency equipment that may be carried on-board a large aircraft?
Fire extinguishers
Megaphone
Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)
A second door designated as an emergency exit
What type of escape system must all general aviation aircraft built after 1988 have installed?
An additional fuel tank
A second door designated as an emergency exit
A parachute for each passenger
An inflatable slide
How is cargo typically secured in the cargo bay of a large aircraft?
With seatbelts
Tie downs mounted through hard points inside the aircraft
With adhesive tape
Using cargo nets only
What does the date marked on the life jacket specify?
The date the life jacket was manufactured
The date the life jacket was last used
The date the life jacket was tested
The expiration date of the life jacket
What do modern large aircraft use instead of stand-alone life rafts?
Parachutes
Escape slides
Personal flotation devices
Ejection seats
What is the one piece of emergency equipment that all aircraft are required to carry according to Civil Aviation Regulations (1988) (CAR) 252A?
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Emergency Locator Transmitter
Life jackets
On which frequency do Emergency Locator Transmitters operate on?
121.5MHz
406MHz
243.0MHz
156.8MHz
How are Emergency Locator Transmitters periodically inspected?
According to manufacturer's guidelines
In accordance with Approved data
Based on pilot's discretion
Every five years regardless of use
What material is used as flooring on large aircraft?
Aluminum alloy
Lightweight honeycomb composite panelling
Reinforced plastic
Carbon fiber
