WorksheetsA380
Total questions: 52
Worksheet time: 26mins
What are the two main types of fuel tanks on the A380?
Inner and Outer Tanks
Main and Standby Tanks
Fuel Storage and Transfer Tanks
Auxiliary and Primary Tanks
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Main Tank?
Feed Tank
Inner Tank
Mid Tank
Trim Tank
What is the function of the Feed Tank?
Stores extra fuel for backup
Directly supplies fuel to the engine
Balances the aircraft’s center of gravity
Removes contaminants from the fuel
Why is the Trim Tank important?
It helps with aircraft stability by adjusting center of gravity
It serves as a backup fuel source
It filters impurities from the fuel
It prevents excess fuel evaporation
What is the most common type of fuel contamination?
Water
Oil
Carbon deposits
Dirt
How is water contamination in fuel prevented?
Heating the fuel
Using fuel additives
Filtering the fuel before use
Mixing fuel with engine oil
Which fuel system component is most affected by fuel contamination?
Fuel Pump
Fuel Valve
Fuel Filter
Fuel Injector
Why is fuel system maintenance important in the A380?
Prevents fuel leaks and contamination
Reduces passenger weight
Improves in-flight entertainment
Reduces engine noise
Why is a Fuel Filter important?
It separates fuel and air
It removes contaminants from the fuel
It transfers fuel between tanks
It regulates fuel pressure
What is the primary function of the APU?
Powering the landing gear
Providing electrical power when engines are off
Storing excess fuel
Cooling the cockpit
What happens if the Check Valve fails?
Fuel leaks into the cabin
Fuel may flow backward, causing pressure loss
The fuel filter stops working
The engine overheats
Which of the following is NOT a reason to declare a fuel emergency?
Fuel contamination
Unexpected fuel loss
Fuel imbalance
Fuel temperature above normal
Which of the following is NOT a part of the main tank?
Feed Tank
Inner Tank
Mid Tank
Trim Tank
What is the function of the Feed Tank?
Stores extra fuel for backup
Directly supplies fuel to the engine
Balances the aircraft's center of gravity
Removes contaminants from the fuel
Why is the trim tank important?
It helps with aircraft stability by adjusting center of gravity
It serves as a backup fuel source
It filters impurities from the fuel
It prevents excess fuel evaporation
Which tank is responsible for handling excess fuel and pressure?
Inner Tank
Surge Tank
Outer Tank
Feed Tank
What happens if a fuel pump fails during flight?
The engine automatically shuts down
The aircraft uses gravity feed to supply fuel
The pilot performs an emergency landing
The APU takes over fuel supply
How is fuel pressure maintained in the A380?
By using multiple fuel pumps
By heating the fuel
By mixing fuel with oil
By reducing aircraft speed
Why is fuel pressurization important?
Prevents cavitation and fuel starvation
Reduces fuel temperature
Prevents excessive fuel storage
Increases aircraft weight
What safety feature prevents overpressure in the fuel system?
Pressure relief valve
Fuel jettison valve
Gravity feed line
Check valve
What is the primary reason for using multiple fuel pumps in the Airbus A380?
To increase fuel efficiency
To ensure continuous fuel supply in case of pump failure
To reduce aircraft weight
To prevent fuel contamination
How does the Airbus A380 prevent excessive fuel loss during an engine failure?
By automatically shutting off the affected engine’s fuel supply
By redirecting fuel to the APU
By jettisoning excess fuel
By mixing fuel with air to reduce consumption
What is the function of the Fuel Jettison System in the Airbus A380?
To transfer fuel between tanks for balance
To remove excess fuel in case of an emergency landing
To store reserve fuel for extended flights
To cool down the aircraft’s hydraulic systems
Why does the Airbus A380 have a fuel recirculation system?
To prevent fuel freezing at high altitudes
To increase fuel tank capacity
To distribute fuel evenly across all tanks
To transfer excess fuel to the APU
Which of the following is NOT a type of tank in the Airbus A380 fuel system?
Feed Tank
Inner Tank
Gravity Tank
Trim Tank
What is the function of the Trim Tank in the Airbus A380?
Directly supplies fuel to the engines
Stores reserve fuel to be transferred later
Helps balance the center of gravity for efficiency
Filters fuel before it reaches the engines
How much contingency fuel (5%) is required for a trip fuel of 180,000 kg?
7,500 kg
9,000 kg
10,000 kg
12,000 kg
What is the purpose of the fuel refueling valve in the Airbus A380?
Moves fuel from auxiliary tanks to main tanks
Helps prevent fuel from flowing back through the fuel inlet
Regulates fuel flow into the aircraft during refueling
Removes sediment and water from fuel
What is the function of the crossfeed valves in the A380 fuel system?
They prevent fuel contamination.
They allow fuel to be transferred between tanks for balance and efficiency.
They increase the pressure in the fuel system.
They regulate fuel temperature.
How does the flow meter assist in monitoring and managing fuel consumption in an aircraft?
It calculates the total fuel capacity.
It measures the fuel temperature.
It measures real-time fuel consumption and detects irregularities.
It controls the fuel pumps.
What is the purpose of the trim tank in the A380, and where is it located?
It stores extra fuel for long-haul flights and is located in the wings.
It balances the aircraft’s center of gravity and is located in the tail section.
It filters impurities in the fuel system and is located near the engines.
It prevents fuel overheating and is located in the fuselage.
Based on the refueling process, how much time is required for dispenser positioning, connection, disconnection, and removal?
10 minutes
16 minutes
20 minutes
25 minutes
What is the role of the High-Pressure (HP) Fuel Pump in the aircraft fuel system?
To store reserve fuel
To maintain CG balance
To increase fuel pressure before combustion
To heat the fuel before transfer
Which component prevents fuel from flowing backward?
Heat Exchanger
LP Fuel Pump
Check Valve
Surge Tank
What is the function of the Heat Exchanger?
Heats fuel to melt ice
Cools the engine
Increases fuel pressure
Transfers fuel between tanks
How many types of fuel tanks does the Airbus A380 have?
1
2
3
4
What is the primary function of the trim tank in the Airbus A380 fuel system?
To store additional fuel for long-haul flights
To balance the aircraft's center of gravity for efficiency
To filter impurities from the fuel before it reaches the engine
To act as a backup fuel tank in case of engine failure
What component prevents fuel from flowing backward in the fuel system?
Heat Exchanger
HP Fuel Pump
Transfer/Check Valve
Flow Meter
What is the function of the heat exchanger in the Airbus A380 fuel system?
To transfer fuel between tanks
To regulate fuel pressure in the engine
To heat the fuel and melt any ice formed
To monitor the amount of fuel consumed
Which of the following components is responsible for ensuring a steady and reliable fuel flow to the engine-driven high-pressure fuel pump?
APU
LP/Transfer Fuel Pump
Surge Tank
Refueling Valve
How does fuel load affect the Airbus A380’s takeoff performance?
A heavier fuel load increases takeoff distance
A heavier fuel load decreases takeoff distance
Fuel load has no effect on takeoff
The A380 is designed to take off with a fuel load without issue
What is the fuel tank capacity of the Airbus A380’s wings alone (excluding the horizontal stabilizer)?
100,000 liters
200,000 liters
300,000 liters
320,000 liters
Which airline tested biofuel on an Airbus A380 for a more sustainable future?
Emirates
Lufthansa
Qantas
British Airways
How does the A380 manage fuel distribution during a flight?
Uses all tanks equally
Burns fuel from the wings first
Uses tail fuel first for balance
Transfer fuel between tanks for stability
Which of the following is NOT a type of standby tank in the Airbus A380?
Outer Tank
Trim Tank
Inner Tank
Surge Tank & Vent Surge Tank
Which of the following is types of fuel tank that connected with Engine Number 1 in the Airbus A380?
Outer tank
Inner Tank Left Wing
Feed Tank 1 Left Wing
Surge Tank Left Wing
How many Jettison Nozzle Valve in an Airbus A380?
2
6
3
4
What is the largest fuel tank in an Airbus A380?
Mid Tank
Inner Tank
Surge Tank
Trim Tank
Which of the following tanks is responsible for fuel distribution across the Airbus A380’s wings?
Feed Tank
Trim Tank
Surge Tank
Inner Tank
What is the primary purpose of the Surge Tank in the Airbus A380?
To store emergency fuel
To handle excess fuel and pressure
To regulate fuel temperature
To filter contaminants from the fuel
What happens to fuel when it passes through the Fuel Filter in the Airbus A380 system?
It is mixed with engine oil for lubrication
It is filtered to remove water and other contaminants
It is stored for future use
It is sent to the outer wing tanks for storage
Why is fuel jettison important in the Airbus A380?
To reduce the weight of the aircraft in the event of an emergency landing
To increase fuel efficiency during long-haul flights
To prevent fuel contamination
To maintain proper fuel balance during flight
