WorksheetsAero II, Final Review
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which events occur during a four-stroke reciprocating engine cycle? Select all that apply.
A fuel and air mixture is converted into oxygen.
A fuel and air mixture is sucked into the cylinder through the intake valve.
A fuel and air mixture is ignited.
A fuel and air mixture is ejected through the exhaust valve.
A fuel and air mixture is compressed.
What first step should be taken during an electrical fire during flight?
Turn off all interior lights.
Land immediately.
Turn off the master switches.
Extinguish the fire, if possible.
Which of the following is NOT true of a cruise propeller?
They have a higher pitch.
They produce lower RPM.
They are more effective at higher power.
They are more efficient for long-range cruising.
Which of the following would decrease the propeller pitch?
The pilot increases propeller RPM.
The pilot makes a 1 G turn.
The pilot uses the elevator to change the pitch.
The pilot goes from a climb to cruising altitude.
Which of the following are sources of information for the pilot about weather conditions.
Flight Service (1-800-WX-BRIEF)
Aviationweather.gov
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
All of the above
A carburetor mixes fuel and air before sending it to the intake manifold while a fuel injection system delivers fuel and air _______.
directly to the intake valve
directly to the cylinder
directly to the fuel pump
directly to the carburetor
For UAS, fuel may take the form of _______. Select all that apply.
compressed air
batteries
liquid fuel
fuel cells
hot air
______ occurs when the correct fuel is used for the engine type and when the spark plugs are precisely timed.
Normal combustion
Detonation
Pre-ignition
All of the above
Where can the aircraft serial number be found?
Under the pilot's seat
On the right landing gear
The title page of the POH/AFM
In the repair manual
In which in-flight emergency would a pilot immediately need to reduce the airplane's altitude?
Uneven fuel tank balance
Hazardous storm conditions
Electrical fire
Explosive decompression
A supercharger __________.
adds no additional load on the engine
is more efficient than a turbocharger
has a lower throttle response than a turbocharger
is less efficient than a turbocharger
Which of the following lists the 5 stages of a jet engine in the correct order?
intake, turbine, combustor, exhaust, compressor
turbine, intake, combustor, compressor, exhaust
intake, compressor, combustor, turbine, exhaust
intake, turbine, combustor, compressor, exhaust
________ is a formal, paid work-based learning experience that may last up to two years.
Apprenticeship
If a pilot flies with the altimeter set at 28.50 when the correct setting would be 29.00, the pilot is flying ______ than intended.
Which of the following is true about lithium-based batteries used in UAS?
When the engine is running, the ________ of the electrical current the spark plugs need to ignite the fuel-air mixture.
magnetos provide all
UAS never use internal combustion engines.
True
False
What is the difference between jet fuel and avgas?
How can water enter the fuel supply? Select all that apply.
b. Faulty filler caps
e. Condensation in partially filled fuel tanks
A turbocharger uses the engine's ________ to drive a turbine that compresses incoming air.
Hydraulics is the use of fluids to ________.
The ________ is the source of ignition in most reciprocating engines.
intake port
cylinder head
piston
When hydraulic fluid pressure exceeds a set pressure, the ________ opens to reduce pressure and routes fluid back to the reservoir.
actuator
fluid reservoir
selector valve
If the alternator of an engine fails, the electrical system will drain the battery.
True
False
Replenishing hydraulic fluid, replacing position and landing lights, and installing or repairing new tires are examples of ________.
__________ pressure is the pressure of the air against an aircraft caused by the movement of the aircraft.
Static
Dynamic
Total
Air
Why is it recommended that pilots avoid using flaps, gears, and spoilers during icing conditions?
They increase surface area and ice accumulation.
A pilot who performs preventive maintenance must make an entry in the aircraft logbooks.
True
False
A pilot’s VSI shows the following. What is the vertical speed and direction of the aircraft?
a. 60 ft/min climb
b. 600 ft/min climb
c. 60 ft/min descent
d. 600 ft/min descent
What happens during the combustion stage of a jet engine?
Air enters the engine through suction
Air moving rearward propels the engine
Hot gasses from the combustor power the compression shaft
Compressed air enters the combustor, creating a contained explosion
An airspeed indicator is a scale that shows the difference between ________ and total pressure.
Which indicated airspeed (mph) and load factor is in the caution zone of the Vg Diagram?
Airspeed 210 mph, load factor 0
Airspeed 100 mph, load factor 4
Airspeed 140 mph, load factor –1
Airspeed 170 mph, load factor –2
True or False. When the static port becomes blocked and the aircraft descends below the altitude where the static port became blocked, the airspeed indicator will indicate lower-than-actual airspeed.
True
False
Which of the following does an Attitude and Heading Reference System control? Select all that apply.
Airspeed indicator
Heading indicator
Turn rate indicator
Slip and skid indicator
Attitude indicator
When there is a suspected failure of the pitot-static systems due to icing, the pilot should _______.
turn off the engine cooling system
decrease airspeed
turn on pitot heat
all of the above
Pilots use "ARROW" to remind them of _______.
When the static port becomes blocked, the altimeter will _______.
Airplane Flight Manuals must be approved by the FAA.
True
False
What could be the source of a low oil pressure gauge reading?
Not enough oil in the sump
Oil pump failure
Leaking oil line
All of the above
The tail number of an aircraft is N580AT. Which part of this tail number shows that the aircraft is registered in the United States?
AT
N5
A
N
Which of the following are UAS registration requirements?
Registered operator must be at least 13 years old.
Registration number must be visible on the outside of the aircraft.
UAS with at least two rotors must be registered.
UAS weighing more than .55 pounds must be registered.
UAS that can hover must be registered.
A cabin pressure regulator prevents the ________ from exceeding its limitations.
differential pressure
Safety is the primary reason the FAA mandates regular aircraft inspections.
True
False
Which of the following is recommended when checking the airplane’s engine oil?
Check around the engine, on the fuselage, and on the ground for signs of oil leaks.
After checking, be sure the oil filler cap is secure.
Use the dipstick accessed through the cowling to check the oil.
All of the above.
Which of the following is true about an EFD?
It is also called a “glass cockpit.”
It reduces pilot workload in comparison to analog gauges.
It is only used in commercial airliners.
It improves situational awareness.
EFD stands for “engine flight diagram.”
A(n) ________ is issued by the FAA to address a safety problem related to an aircraft or its equipment.
True or False. Aircraft icing in flight is most likely to occur when it is snowing.
True
False
The FAA gives the ________ full authority in an emergency because of the ability to make immediate and careful decisions that result in the least amount of harm to everyone involved.
pilot-in-command
In which situation would a pilot set the fuel-air mixture to a “full rich” position?
At high altitudes where the air density is high
At high altitudes where the air density is low
At low altitudes where the air density is low
At low altitudes where the air density is high
Many accidents that appear to have a single cause actually have numerous contributing factors which occur in a sequence called ________.
an accident log
a ripple effect
an emergency list
