Aerospace Engineering Final Exam 2023 #2

When the engine is running, the _____ of the electrical current the spark plugs need to ignite the fuel-air mixture.

Many accidents that appear to have a single cause actually have numerous events called _______.

______ occurs when the correct fuel is used for the engine type and when the spark plugs are perfectly timed.

Which of the following is true about lithium-based batteries used in UAS? Select all that apply.

In which in-flight emergency would the pilot immediately need to reduce altitude?

Safety is the primary reason the FAA mandates regular aircraft inspections.

Waht is the difference between jet fuel and avgas?

Which of the following is recommended when checking the airplane's engine oil?

Hydraulics is the use of fluids to _______.

A cabin pressure regulator prevents the ______ from exceeding it's limitations.

If the alternator of an engine fails, the electrical system will drain the battery.

Where can the aircraft serial number be found?

Airplane Flight Manuals must be approved by the FAA.

The _____ is the source of ignition in most reciprocating engines.

A pilot who performs preventive maintenance must make an entry in the aircraft logbooks.

Which of the following is true about EFD? Select all that apply.

If the pilot flies with the altimeter set at 28.50 when the correct setting is 29.00, he is flying ______ than intended.

UAS never use internal combustion engines.

Which of the following is not true of a cruise propeller?

A pilot's VSI shows the following. Waht is the vertical speed and direction of the aircraft?

What could be the source of a low oil pressure gauge reading?

The FAA gives the ____ full authority to make immediate and careful decisions during an emergency to mitigate harm.

A turbocharger uses the engine's _____ to drive a turbine that compresses incoming air.

_________ is a formal, paid work-based learning experience that may last up to 2 years.

Which of the following are sources of information for the pilot about weather conditions?

A carburetor mixes fuel and air before sending it to the intake manifold while a fuel injection system delivers _____.

A static port is blocked and the aircraft descends below altitude where the static port was blocked airspeed reads low.

The tail number of an aircraft is N580AT. Which part of the tail number shows the aircraft is registered in the U.S.?

An airspeed indicator is a scale that shows the difference between _____ and total pressure.

In which situation would a pilot set the fuel-air mixture to full rich?

What 1st step should be taken during an electrical fire during flight?

Which events occur during a 4-stroke reciprocating engine cycle? Select all that apply.

Aircraft icing in flight is most likely to occur when it is snowing.

Which of the following are UAS registration requirements? Select all that apply.

Pilots use "ARROW" to remind them of ____________.

When hydraulic fluid pressure exceeds a set pressure, the ___ opens to reduce pressure and send fluid back to the main.

When the static port becomes blocked, the altimeter will _______.

Replenishing hydraulic fluid, replacing landing lights, and changing tires are examples of ______________.

Which of the following does an AHRS system control? Select all that apply.

How can water enter the fuel supply? Select all that apply.

Why is it recommended that pilots avoid using flaps, gears, and spoilers during icy conditions?

What happens during the combustion stage of a jet engine?

Which of the following would decrease propeller pitch?

For UAS, fuel may take the form of ________.

A(n) ______ is issued by the FAA to address a safety problem related to the aircraft or it's equipment.

When there is a suspected failure of the pitot-static system due to icing, the pilot should __________.

A supercharger _________.

______ is the pressure of the air against an aircraft caused by the movement of the aircraft.

Which of the following lists the 5 stages of a jet engine in the correct order?