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169) The aircraft hydraulic system is designed to produce: 174) On an airplane, the Krueger flaps are:

A high pressure and small flow. A leading edge flaps close to the wing root

B small pressure and large flow. B trailing edge flaps close to the wing root

C small pressure and small flow. C trailing edge flaps close to the wing tip

D high pressure and large flow. D leading edge flaps close to the wing tip

177) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, during and following an 173) The Low Altitude Radio Altimeter uses the following
emergency descent, each occupant of the cockpit seats wavelengths:
on duty must have access to a minimum amount of
oxygen in: A metric.

1. order to maintain a supply throughout the entire flight B centimetric.


time where the cabin altitude pressure is greater than
13000 ft.
2. order to maintain a supply throughout the entire flight C myriametric.
time where the cabin altitude pressure is greater than
10000 ft and smaller than 13000 ft minus 30 minutes. D decimetric.
3. no case less than 30 minutes for airplanes certified to
fly up to 25000 ft.
4. no case less than 2 hours for airplanes certified to fly 172) Under normal running conditions a magneto draws
at over 25000 ft. primary current :
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:
A from the aircraft batteries via an inverter.

A 1, 2, 3 et 4. B from a self-contained electro-magnetic induction system.

B 1, 2. C from the booster coil.

C 1, 2, 4. D directly from the aircraft batteries.

D 1,4.
197) On most transport jet aircraft, the low pressure pumps
of the fuel system are supplied with electric power of the
following type:
176) In the cockpit of a transport airplane, at least one
manual fire-extinguisher must be conveniently located
containing :
A 115 V AC

A powder. B 28 V AC

B water. C 28 V DC

C special fluids. D 115 V DC

D halon.
170) The primary purpose of bonding the metallic parts of an
aircraft is to :
175) Large transport aeroplane hydraulic systems usually
operate with a system pressure of approximately:
A isolate all components electrically and thus make the static
potential constant.
A 1000 psi B provide safe distribution of electrical charges and currents.

B 3000 psi
C provide a single earth for electrical devices.

C 4000 psi D prevent electrolytic corrosion between mating surfaces of


similar metals.
D 2000 psi

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180) The purpose of a ditching control is to: 164) In an aeroplane utilising a constant frequency AC power
supply, DC power is obtained from a :

A close the outflow valve(s). A rotary converter.

B achieve rapid depressurisation. B Transformer Rectifier Unit.

C open the outflow valve(s).


C static inverter.

D direct pressurisation air to the flotation bags. D 3 phase current transformer unit.

168) In addition to energy storage the accumulator of the 163) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, when an airplane flies at
hydraulic system is used : over 25000 ft, the total number of oxygen dispensing
units and supply terminals must be at least greater than
A for pressure storage. the number of:

B as a pressure relief valve. A seats by 30 %.

C for damping pressure surges in the system. B passengers by 30%.

D for fluid storage. C seats by 10 %.

D passengers by 10 %.
167) On most modern airliners the cabin pressure is
controlled by regulating the:
162) The maximum horsepower output which can be
A Bleed air valve. obtained from an engine when it is operated at specified
rpm and manifold pressure conditons established as
B Airflow leaving the cabin. safe for continuous operation is termed :

C Airflow entering the cabin. A critical power.

D RPM of the engine. B rated power.

C maximum power.
166) In computer technology, a storage peripheral is a:
D take-off power.

A key board
171) In a turbo-jet, the purpose of the turbine is to ...
B screen unit

C hard disk drive A drive the compressor by using part of the energy from the
exhaust gases
D printer
B clear the burnt gases, the expansion of which provide the
thrust

165) A modern Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is designed to C compress the air in order to provide a better charge of the
provide power for ground starting of an engine. It also combustion chamber
supplies both in the air (subject to certification
limitations) and on the ground : D drive devices like pumps, regulator, generator.

A either air conditioning or electrical services, but never both at


the same time.
187) If the maximum operating pressure of the oxygen
system is exceeded the:
B air conditioning and electrical services (on the ground)
electrical and hydraulic back-up services (in the air).
A oxygen is discharged overboard via a safety plug.
C air conditioning and electrical services.
B oxygen becomes unusable for the passengers.
D air conditioning and thrust in the event of engine failure.
C passenger oxygen masks will drop down.

D oxygen bottles will explode.

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297) The fan in a high by-pass ratio turbo-jet engine 191) A turbocharger consists of a :
produces:

A the greater part of the thrust. A compressor and turbine mounted on a common shaft.

B half the thrust. B compressor and turbine on individual shafts.

C the lesser part of the thrust. C compressor driving a turbine via a reduction gear.

D none of the thrust. D turbine driving a compressor via a reduction gear.

195) In a commercial transport aircraft the landing gear 190) A Constant Speed Drive aims at ensuring
operating system is usually:
A equal AC voltage from all generators.
A Electrically driven.
B that the electric generator produces a constant frequency.
B Hydraulically driven.
C that the starter-motor maintains a constant RPM not
C Mechanically driven. withstanding the acceleration of the engine.

D Pneumatically driven. D that the CSD remains at a constant RPM not withstanding
the generator RPM

194) In a compensated capacitance type quantity indicating


system, the contents gauge of a half-full fuel tank 178) Max. Exhaust Gas Temperature is theoretically
indicates a fuel mass of 8000 lb. If a temperature rise associated with :
increased the volume of fuel by 5 %, the indicated fuel
weight would : A Mixture ratio very close to idle cut-out.

A increase by 5 %. B Mass ratio of 1/15.

B decrease by 5 %. C Cruising mixture setting.

C increase by 10 %. D Full rich setting.

D remain the same.


188) Fuses are rated to a value by :

193) The indication of the fire detection systems is performed


by a:
A the number of amperes they will carry.

A warning light. B the number of volts they will pass.

B gear warning. C their wattage.

C warning light and a warning bell (or aural alert). D their resistance measured in ohms.

D warning bell.
179) For piston engines, mixture ratio is the ratio between the
:
192) An aircraft whose maximum approved configuration for
passenger seats is 200 seats must be equipped with:
A volume of fuel and volume of air entering the carburettor.

A 3 manual fire-extinguishers in the passenger cabin. B mass of fuel and volume of air entering the carburettor.

B 5 manual-fire extinguishers in the passenger cabin. C mass of fuel and mass of air entering the cylinder.

C 7 manual-fire extinguishers in the passenger cabin. D volume of fuel and volume of air entering the cylinder.

D 4 manual fire-extinguishers in the passenger cabin.

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186) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, 100 % of the passengers 181) The cabin air for modern airplanes is usually supplied
in a non-pressurized airplane must have an oxygen by:
supply reserve for the entire flight time at pressure
altitudes greater than: A main engine compressors.

A 10000 ft. B piston compressors.

B 14000 ft. C roots type compressors.

C 15000 ft. D single radial compressors.

D 13000 ft.
159) On most transport aircraft, the low pressure pumps of
the fuel system are:
185) Hydraulic fluids :
A Piston pumps.
A Do not require special care.
B Diaphragm pumps.
B Are irritating to eyes and skin and cause high fire risk.
C Centrifugal pumps.

C Are irritating to eyes and skin.


D Gear type pumps.
D Cause high fire risk.

189) The power of a piston engine decreases during climb


with a constant power lever setting, because of the
184) The working cycle of a four-stroke engine is : decreasing :

A induction, power, compression, exhaust. A engine temperature.

B compression induction, power, exhaust. B humidity.

C induction, compression, expansion, power. C temperature.

D induction, compression, power, exhaust. D air density.

183) When selected to normal, the oxygen proportion of the 131) In a gas turbine engine, compressor blades, which are
air/oxygen mixture supplied by the cockpit oxygen not rigidly fixed in position when the engine is
system regulator: stationary, take up a rigid position when the engine is
running due to :
A increases when the altitude increases.
A blade creep.
B decreases when the altitude increases.
B the resultant of aerodynamic and centrifugal forces.
C is constant whatever the altitude.
C oil pressure.
D is 100 %.
D thermal expansion.

182) A passenger emergency mask is a :


161) Hydraulic fluids of synthetic origin are:

A continuous flow mask and can be used if there is smoke in


the cabin. A red.

B mask with flow on request and can be used if there is B purple.


smoke.
C pink.
C continuous flow mask and cannot be used if there is smoke
in the cabin. D blue.
D mask with flow on request and cannot be used if there is
smoke in the cabin.

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139) The pressure usually produced by the Boost Pumps 134) The operations of an airline plan the operation of a
(BP) of the fuel supply system is within the following pressurized aircraft at a 240 flight level on its whole
range: route with 150 passengers on board.
As concerns the regulatory requirements about oxygen:
A 5 to 10 psi
1. each crew member will have available a quick fitting
B 3000 to 5000 psi inhaler device.
2. the aircraft will be equipped with a warning system
indicating that the cabin altitude is higher than 3 000 m.
C 300 to 500 psi
3 . the quantity of oxygen on board will be sufficient for
the supply of 100 % of the occupants during the whole
D 20 to 50 psi flight time above the flight level 150 after an eventual
depressurization.
4. the first aid quantity of oxygen will be sufficient for
138) On an aeroplane utilising AC as primary power supplies, the supply of two passengers during the whole flight
the batteries are charged in flight from : time when the cabin altitude is greater than 8 000 feet.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


A a DC transformer and rectifier.
is:
B the AC bus via current limiters. A 2,3

C a Transformer Rectifier Unit. B 1,2,3,4

D a static inverter.
C 2

D 3,4
137) One of the advantages of a turbosupercharger is that :

A it uses the exhaust gas energy which normally is lost. 141) In jet aeroplanes the 'thermal anti-ice system' is primary
supplied by
B it has a better propulsive efficiency.
A ram air, heated via a heat exchanger.
C there is no torsion at the crankshaft.
B the APU.
D there is no danger of knocking.
C bleed air from the engines.

D turbo compressors.
136) The power output of a piston engine can be calculated
by :

A Force times distance. 132) In modern aircraft, a pilot can actuate the feather system
by :
B Pressure times arm.
A pulling the power levers backwards.
C Torque times RPM.
B pulling the RPM lever backwards.
D Work times velocity.
C pushing the RPM lever forward.

D pushing the power lever forward.


135) The built-in passenger oxygen system be activated by :

A switching the diluter demand regulator and the passenger 142) The purposes of the oil and the nitrogen in an oleo-
oxygen ON. pneumatic strut are :

B switching the passenger oxygen ON. A the oil supplies the spring function and the nitrogen supplies
the damping function.
C switching the diluter demand regulator ON.
B the oil supplies the sealing and lubrication function, the
D opening the oxygen-bottle valves. nitrogen supplies the damping function.

C the oil supplies the damping and lubrication function, the


nitrogen supplies the heat-dissipation function.

D the oil supplies the damping function and the nitrogen


supplies the spring function

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130) The term "pressure cabin" applies when an aeroplane : 125) On a transport type aircraft the fuel tank system is
vented through:

A has the ability to maintain a constant cabin differential A A pressure regulator in the wing tip.
pressure at all flight altitudes.

B has the ability to maintain a constant cabin altitude at all B Bleed air from the engines.
flight altitudes.
C The return lines of the fuel pumps.
C has the means to maintain cabin pressure higher than
ambient pressure. D Ram air scoops on the underside of the wing.

D is only pressurised in the area of the control cabin.

124) "Frequency wild" in relation to a AC generation system


means the generator :
129) Real load sharing in a parallel AC system is achieved by :
A output frequency is too low.
A carefully selecting the number of loads on the bus-bars at
any one time. B output frequency varies with engine speed.

B monitoring the kVAR of each generator/alternator. C output frequency is too high.

C automatic adjustment of the torque on each generator rotor D voltage regulator is out of adjustment.
via the CSD unit.

D controlling the generator field current.


133) A scissor is a component found on landing gears. Its
function is to :

128) In a fuel system, the oil to fuel heat exchanger allows: A make the body gears pivot when the nosewheel is turned
through more than 20°.
A automatic fuel heating by the engine oil so as to prevent B prevent any rotation of the oleo strut in the undercarriage
icing in fuel filter. shock absorber.
B jet engine oil cooling through thermal exchange with fuel C create the wheel pitch on bogie gears.
flowing from tanks.

C fuel cooling so as to prevent vapour creation likely to


D transform the translational movement of the rudder pedals
into the rotational movement of the nosewheel.
unprime nozzles.

D fuel heating as required whenever fuel filter clogging is


detected. 150) The main purpose of a Constant Speed Drive unit is to:

A mechanically protect the alternator drive shaft during


127) The purpose of static wick dischargers is to : coupling.

A dissipate static charge of the aircraft inflight thus avoiding


B take part in the voltage regulation.
radio interference as a result of static electricity.
C maintain a constant frequency.
B dissipate static charge from the aircraft skin after landing.
D take part in the balancing of reactive loads.
C provide a path to ground for static charges when refuelling.

D be able to fly higher because of less electrical friction.

126) The compression ratio of a piston engine is the ratio of


the:

A weight of the air induced to its weight after compression.

B volume of the cylinder with the piston at bottom dead centre


to that with the piston at top dead centre.

C diameter of the bore to the piston stroke.

D area of the piston to the cylinder volume.

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198) The detection of a feeder fault on a direct current circuit 155) Assuming cabin differential pressure has attained the
results in: required value in normal flight conditions, if flight
1. automatic disconnection of the generator from the altitude is maintained:
aircraft AC busbar
2. opening of generator field current relay A the pressurisation system ceases to function until leakage
3. opening of the main relay of the generator breaker reduces the pressure.
4. opening of balancing circuit connecting two
generators B the outflow valves will move to the fully closed position.
5. lighting of an indicator lamp
The combination of correct statements is: C a constant mass air flow is permitted through the cabin.

A 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 D the outflow valves will move to the fully open position.

B 2, 3, 4, 5

154) The reason for the trim switch on a control column to


C 2, 4, 5
consist of two separate switches is
D 1, 3, 5
A To be able to use two different trim speeds, slow trim rate at
high speed and high trim rate at low speed

158) During a power change on an engine equipped with a B To reduce the probability of a trim-runaway
constant speed propeller, a wrong combination of
manifold pressure and RPM values results in excessive C To prevent that both pilots perform opposite trim inputs.
pressures in the cylinders. This is the case when one
simultaneously selects a ... D Because there are two trim motors.

A low manifold pressure and low RPM.

B high manifold pressure and low RPM. 153) The maximum quantity of fuel that can be dumped with
the jettisoning system is:

C low manifold pressure and high RPM. A All fuel until the maximum landing weight is reached.

D high manifold pressure and high RPM. B All up to a defined reserve quantity.

C 15 tons.
157) A diluter demand oxygen regulator :
D All fuel.
A mixes air and oxygen in a passenger oxygen mask.

B delivers oxygen flow when inhaling. 140) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger
seating configuration is 201 to 300 seats must be
C delivers oxygen flow only above FL 100. equipped with at least:

D is only recommended for use with smoke in the cockpit.


A 3 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.

B 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the


156) On a non-stressed skin type wing, the wing structure passenger compartment.
elements which take up the vertical bending moments
Mx are: C 6 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
A the spars.
D 4 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
B the ribs.

C the webs.
151) In an alternator rotor coil you can find :
D the skin.
A Only induced current.

B DC.

C AC.

D Three-phase AC.

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160) A pilot normally uses the propeller autofeather system 145) Shimmy occurs on the nosewheel landing gear during
during : taxiing when:

A Landing. 1. the wheels tend to describe a sinusoidal motion on


the ground
B Take-off and landing. 2. the wheels no longer respond to the pilot's actions

This effect is overcome by means of:


C Cruise.
3. the torque link
D Take-off. 4. an accumulator associated with the steering cylinder

The combination of correct statements is:


149) A radio signal looses strength as range from the
transmitter increases, this is called : A 1, 3.

A ducting B 1, 4.

B attenuation C 2, 4.

C refraction D 2, 3.

D propagation
144) The cross-feed fuel system is used to :

148) The crank assembly consists of A allow the unusable fuel elimination.

A crankshaft, connecting rods and pistons. B automatically fill every tank up to the desired level.

B propeller, crankshaft, pistons and connecting rods. C feed every engine from any fuel tank.

C Crankcase, crankshaft, connecting rods and pistons. D allow the fuel to be quickly thrown away in case of
emergency
D crankshaft, camshaft, valves, valve springs and push rods.

143) On a multi-engined aircraft a fire detection system


includes :
147) Which statement is true concerning the effect of the
application of carburettor heat?
A a single warning light and a single alarm bell
A it reduces the density of air entering the carburettor, thus
B both a warning light and an alarm bell unique to each engine
leaning the fuel/air mixture

B it reduces the volume of air entering the carburettor,thus C a warning light for each engine and a single alarm bell
enriching the fuel/air mixture common to all engines

C it reduces the density of air entering the carburettor, thus D a single warning light but a separate alarm bell for each
enriching the fuel/air mixture engine

D it reduces the volume of air entering the carburettor,thus


leaning the fuel/air mixture 152) The octane rating of a fuel and compression ratio of a
piston engine have which of the following relations?

146) The advantage of mounting the tailplane on top of the A compression ratio is independent of the octane rating.
vertical stabilizer is :
B the higher the octane rating is, the higher the possible
A to a have greater effectiveness at high speed compression ratio is

B that it does not require a de-icing system C the lower the octane rating is, the higher the possible
compression ratio is
C to decrease fuel consumption by creating a tail heavy
D the higher the octane rating is, the lower the possible
situation
compression ratio is.
D to withdraw it from the influence of wing turbulence

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244) The purpose of the baffles in an aircraft's integral fuel 248) An aircraft with a pressurized cabin is settled at its
tank is to: cruise level.
During the flight, a malfunction of the pressure
A Prevent the fuel from flowing in the vent lines. controller is detected by the crew and the cabin rate of
climb indicator reads -200ft/min.
B Prevent mixture of the fuel and hydraulic fluid. Given that :
DELTA P: Differential pressure
Zc: Cabin altitude
C Restrict the fuel from flowing to the wing tips during
abnormal manoeuvre (side slipping...).
A The aircraft has to climb to a higher flight level in order to
D reduce Zc to its initial value.
Prevent overpressure in the tank.
B The crew has to intermittently cut off the incoming air flow in
order to maintain a zero Zc.
252) The cabin rate of descent is:
C DELTA P will rise up to its maximum value, thus causing the
safety relief valves to open.
A a cabin pressure decrease.
D A descent must be initiated to prevent the oxygen masks
B is not possible at constant airplane altitudes. dropping when Zc reaches 14000ft.

C a cabin pressure increase.


247) A turboprop aeroplane is performing an overwater flight,
D always the same as the airplane's rate of descent. which takes it further than 340 NM away from an
aerodrome where an emergency landing could be
performed. Normal cruising speed is 180 kt. One engine
out airspeed is 155 kt.
251) The 'slipstream effect' of a propeller is most prominent
at: A Life rafts must be available for all occupants.

A high airspeeds with low power setting. B Life jackets must be available for all occupants.

B high airspeeds with high power setting.


C The regulation does not require life jackets or rafts to be
taken on board in this particular case.
C low airspeeds with low power setting.
D Life jackets and rafts must be available for all occupants.
D low airspeeds with high power setting.

196) If inflammable gaseous materials, like propane for


250) In an aircraft electrical system where AC generators are example, are set on fire; the following extinguisher types
not paralleled mounted, the changover relay allows : should be used for fire fighting:

A connection of the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) to its main A BCF and CO2 type extinguishers
busbar.
B Water type extinguishers
B power supply to the faulty AC generators busbar.
C Dry and water type extinguishers
C connection of the AC generator to its distribution busbar.
D CO2 and water type extinguishers
D connection of the ground power truck to its distribution
busbar.

245) The most suitable means for extinguishing a magnesium


fire on the ground is :
249) Hydraulic power is a function of :
A carbon dioxide.
A System pressure and volume flow.
B freon.
B Pump RPM only.
C sand.
C System pressure and tank capacity.
D water.
D Pump size and volume flow.

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255) An engine pressure ratio (EPR) gauge reading normally 240) As regards the Generator Contol Unit (GCU) of an AC
shows the ratio of: generator, it can be said that:

A jet pipe pressure to compressor inlet pressure. 1. The GCU controls the AC generator voltage
2. Modern GCUs are provided with a permanent
B jet pipe pressure to combustion chamber pressure. indication to record the failure
3. All the commands originating from the control panel
are applied via the GCU, except dog clutch release
C combustion chamber pressure to compressor inlet pressure.
4. The Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) provides the
excitation of the AC generator as soon as the APU starts
D compressor outlet pressure to compressor inlet pressure. up

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


243) Consider the variable-pitch propeller of a turbo-prop. is :
During deceleration :
A 3, 4
A when braking, the propeller supplies negative thrust and
absorbs engine power. B 2, 4

B at zero power, the propeller thrust is zero and the engine C 1, 3


power absorbed is nil.
D 2, 3
C when feathered, the propeller produces thrust and absorbs
no engine power.

D with propeller windmilling, the thrust is zero and the 239) The voltage regulator of a DC generator is connected in :
propeller supplies engine power.

A parallel with the shunt field coil.


242) The cabin heating supply in a heavy jet transport aircraft
is obtained from : B parallel with the armature.

A hot air coming from the engine's compressors. C series with the shunt field coil.

B hot air coming from the engine's turbines. D series with the armature.

C a fuel heater system.


238) An aircraft whose maximum approved configuration for
D an electrical heater system. passenger seats is 10 seats must be equipped with:

A three fire-extinguishers in the passenger cabin only.


241) The pneumatic ice protection system is mainly used for:
B two fire-extinguishers in the cockpit and two fire-
extinguishers in the passenger cabin.
A propellers.
C one fire-extinguisher in the cockpit and three fire-
B engine intakes. extinguishers in the passenger cabin.

D one fire-extinguisher in the cockpit and two fire-


C wings. extinguishers in the passenger cabin.

D pitot tubes.
237) During a normal pressurised climb after take-off:

A absolute cabin pressure increases to compensate for the fall


in pressure outside the aircraft

B cabin pressure decreases more slowly than atmospheric


pressure

C the pressurisation system is inoperative until an altitude of


10 000 feet is reached

D the cabin differential pressure is maintained constant

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246) The purpose of a trim tab (device) is to: 268) Specific fuel consumption is defined as the :

A trim the aeroplane at low airspeed. A quantity of fuel required to run the engine for one minute at
maximum operating conditions.
B lower manoeuvring control forces.
B maximum fuel consumption of the aircraft.
C reduce or to cancel control forces.
C mass of fuel required to produce unit power for unit time.
D trim the aeroplane during normal flight.
D designed fuel consumption for a given rpm.

262) Because of the input/output relationship of an OR gate,


it is often referred to as the : 267) In a pressurized aircraft, the first-aid (therapeutic)
oxygen is designed to:
A "state indicator" gate.
A give medical assistance to passengers with pathological
respiratory disorders.
B "all or nothing" gate.
B protect the flight crew and cabin attendants against fumes
C "any or all" gate. and noxious gases.

D "inhibited" or "negated" gate. C protect all the occupants against the effects of accidental
depressurisation.

D protect certain passengers, and is only carried on board for


271) In aeronautics, the most commonly used batteries are these people.
NiCd because...

A they weigh less than lead-acid batteries.


266) The advantages of thermal anti-icing are :
1. Simple and reliable system
B their output voltage is more constant than lead-acid batteries. 2. Profiles maintained
3. Greater efficiency than that of an electrical resistor
C their electrolyte is neither corrosive nor dangerous. 4. Direct use of the hot air from the jet engine without
substantial reduction in engine thrust
D they are cheaper than lead-acid batteries. The combination of correct statements is:

A 1,3
270) A static inverter is a:
B 2,4

A transistorized unit used to convert DC into AC. C 1,2

B device for reversing the polarity of the static charge. D 3,4

C static discharger.
265) Concerning electrically powered ice protection devices,
D filter against radio interference. the only true statement is:

A on modern aeroplanes, electrically powered thermal devices


269) The "cabin differential pressure" is: are very efficient, therefore they only need little energy.

B on modern aeroplanes, electrically powered thermal devices


A approximately 5 psi at maximum. are used as de-icing devices for pitot-tubes, static ports,
windshield...
B approximately 15 psi at maximum.
C on modern aeroplanes, electrically powered thermal devices
are used to prevent icing on small surfaces (pitot-static,
C the pressure differential between the air entering and leaving
windshield...).
the cabin.

D cabin pressure minus ambient pressure.


D on modern aeroplanes, electrical power supply being
available in excess, this system is very often used for large
surfaces de-icing.

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253) On modern carburettors, the variations of mixture ratios 259) Prolonged running at low rpm may have an adverse
are obtained by the adjustment of : effect on the efficiency of the:

A fuel flow and air flow. A carburettor.

B fuel flow, air flow and temperature. B oil pump.

C fuel flow. C fuel filter.

D air flow. D sparking plugs.

263) A smoke mask is a : 258) In a single spool gas turbine engine, the compressor
rpm is :

A continuous flow mask and covers only the nose and the A independent of turbine rpm.
mouth.

B mask with flow on request and covers the whole face. B greater than turbine rpm.

C continuous flow mask and covers the whole face. C less than turbine rpm.

D mask with flow on request and covers only the nose and the D the same as turbine rpm.
mouth.

257) Immediately after starting engine(s) with no other


254) The number of crash axes on board an airplane, whose electrical services switched on, an ammeter showing a
maximum approved configuration of passenger seats is high charge rate to the battery :
201, is :
A would be normal and is only cause for concern if the high
A 1 charge rate persists.

B 3 B indicates a battery failure since there should be no


immediate charge.

C 4
C indicates a generator failure, thus requiring the engine to be
shut down immediately.
D 2
D indicates a faulty reverse current relay.

261) Under normal flight conditions, cabin pressure is


controlled by : 256) An exit is considered to be out of service when the
following elements are inoperative the:
A engine rpm.
1. external door opening mechanism
B inward relief valve(s). 2. internal door opening mechanism
3. door opening aid device
4. open door locking system
C regulating the discharge of air through the outflow valve(s).
5. auxiliary means of evacuation
6. emergency lighting
D pressurisation duct relief valve(s).
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:
260) Smoke detectors fitted on transport aircraft are of the
following type : A 2, 3, 4, 6

A electrical B 1, 3, 4, 5

B magnetic C 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

C optical or ionization D 1, 2, 5, 6

D chemical

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234) In order to produce an alternating voltage of 400 Hz, the 213) The true statement among the following in relation to
number of poles required in an AC generator running at the application of Ohm's law is :
6000 rpm is:
A The current in a circuit is directly proportional to the
A 8 resistance of the circuit.

B 4 B power in the circuit is inversely proportional to the square of


the current.
C 24
C current in a circuit is inversely proportional to the
electromotive force.
D 12
D Current in a circuit is directly proportional to the applied
electromotive force.
264) The demand valve of a diluter-demand type oxygen
regulator in normal mode, operates when the :
212) A piston engine may use a fuel of a different grade than
A user breathes in the recommended:

B diluter control is in normal position A provided that the grade is lower

C user requires 100 percent oxygen B never

D pressure in the oxygen reservoir is more than 500 psi C provided that it is an aeronautical petrol

D provided that the grade is higher


206) The type of a aircraft oxygen system intended for use by
passengers, is mostly :
211) To adjust the mixture ratio of a piston engine when
A a continuous flow system altitude increases, means to:

B a pressure demand system A decrease the fuel flow in order to compensate for the
decreasing air density.
C portable equipment only
B decrease the amount of fuel in the mixture in order to
compensate for the increasing air density.
D an air recycle system
C increase the amount of fuel in the mixture to compensate for
the decreasing air pressure and density.
236) The wing of an aircraft in flight, powered by engines
located under the wing, is subjected to a bending
D increase the mixture ratio.
moment which causes its leading edge, from the wing
root to the wing tip, to operate in:
210) The cabin pressure is regulated by the:
A compression, then in tension.

B tension, then in compression. A Cabin inlet airflow valve.

C tension. B Outflow valve.

D compression. C Air cycle machine.

D Air conditioning pack.

214) Chemical oxygen generators are used to furnish oxygen


to the :
209) To ensure correct load sharing between AC generators
A cockpit only. operating in parallel :

B toilets only. A both real an reactive loads must be matched.

C cabin only. B the matching of loads is unimportant.

D cockpit and the cabin. C only reactive loads need to be matched.

D only real loads need to be matched.

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216) The vapor lock is : 204) For a given type of oil, the oil viscosity depends on the:

A The abnormal mixture enrichment caused by a greater A outside pressure.


gasoline vaporisation in the carburettor.
B oil pressure.
B A stoppage in a fuel feeding line caused by a fuel vapor
bubble.
C quantity of oil.
C The exhaust gases obstructions caused by an engine
overheating. D oil temperature.

D The effect of the water vapor bubbles in the induction


manifold caused by the condensation
203) A public transport aircraft has a cruising altitude of FL
390. It is fitted with individual oxygen masks for the
passengers. In the event of depressurisation, the masks
207) The feathering pump of a hydraulic variable-pitch must be automatically released before the cabin
propeller: pressure altitude exceeds:

A is driven by the engine and supplies pressure oil to the A 12000 ft.
propeller in case of engine problems.
B 14000 ft.
B is an electrically driven oil pump, which supplies the
propeller with pressure oil, when the engine is inoperative.
C 15000 ft.
C is intended to control the pitch setting of the propeller during
flight in order to obtain a constant speed. D 13000 ft.

D controls the propeller, if the speed governor fails.


202) (For this question use annex 021-6716A)
In the hydraulic press schematically shown, what
217) A main landing gear is said to be "locked down" when: balancing Force would be acting on the right hand side
? (The diagram is not to scale)

A the strut is locked by an overcentre mechanism. A 20 N.

B it is in the down position. B 1 N.

C the actuating cylinder is at the end of it's travel. C 100 N.

D the corresponding indicator lamp is amber. D 1000 N.

205) Consider the flight deck oxygen supply system. The 201) An impulse coupling does not function at such speeds
purpose of the oxygen regulator (as a function of above those encountered in starting. Its engaging pawls
demand and altitude) is to: are prevented from operating at higher speeds by

1. decrease oxygen pressure from 1800 PSI (in the A centrifugal force
bottles) down to about 50-75 PSI (low pressure system)
2. supply pure oxygen B engine oil pressure
3. supply diluted oxygen
4. supply oxygen at normal pressure
5. supply oxygen at emergency/positive pressure C a coil spring
6. trigger the continuous cabin altitude warning at 10000
ft cabin altitude D electro-magnetic action of operating magneto.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


is:
200) If two constant frequency AC generators are operating
independently, then the phase relationship of each
A 3, 4, 5, 6
generator:

B 1, 2, 3, 4 A must be synchronised.

C 1, 3, 4, 6 B must be 120° out of phase.

D 2, 3, 4, 5 C must be 240° out of phase.

D is unimportant.

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199) A "trip-free" type circuit breaker is a circuit protection 232) In a bootstrap system, the purpose of the heat
device which : exchangers is to:

A will allow the contacts to be held closed in order to clear a A cool bleed air and compressor air from the turbo refrigerator.
fault in the circuit.
B allow a homogeneous temperature by mixing air flows from
B will not allow the contacts to be held closed while a current various air conditioning groups in operation.
fault exists in the circuit.
C cool bleed air.
C is free from the normal CB tripping characteristic.
D allow a steady compressor outlet temperature.
D can be reset at any time.

231) In a hydraulic system, the reservoir is pressurized in


208) The correct formula to calculate the multi-cylinder order to:
engine displacement is :
A seal the system
A cylinder length * cylinder diameter
B keep the hydraulic fluid at optimum temperature
B piston area * piston stroke * number of cylinders
C reduce fluid combustibility
C piston area * piston stroke
D prevent pump cavitation
D cylinder volume * number of cylinders

230) The pyrotechnic means used in case of an emergency to


225) Cabin pressure is controlled by : indicate your position to the emergency teams are a
flare:
A the cabin air re-circulation system.
A and a smoke device which are only used in the daytime.
B the cabin air mass flow control inlet valve(s).
B which is used at night and a smoke device which is used in
the daytime.
C delivering a substantially constant flow of air into the cabin
and controlling the outflow.
C and a smoke device which are only used at night.
D controlling the flow of air into the cabin with a constant
outflow. D which is used at daytime and a smoke device which is used
at night.

121) In a piston engine, the purpose of an altitude mixture


control is to : 229) The most common extinguishing agent used in gas
turbine engine fire protection system is:
A weaken the mixture strength because of reduced exhaust
back pressure at altitude. A Water.

B enrich the mixture strength due to decreased air density at B CO2.


altitude.
C Powder.
C correct for variations in the fuel/air ratio due to decreased air
density at altitude. D Freon.
D prevent a weak cut when the throttle is opened rapidly at
altitude.
228) In the pneumatic supply system of a modern transport
aircraft, the air pressure is regulated. This pressure
233) The pitch angle of a propeller is the angle between the : regulation occurs just before the manifold by the :

A fan bleed air valve


A propeller reference chord line and the relative airflow.
B intermediate pressure check-valve
B propeller reference chord line and the extremity of the
propeller. C low pressure bleed air valve

C propeller plane of rotation and the relative airflow.


D high pressure bleed air valve

D reference chord line and the propeller plane of rotation.

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215) In a gas turbine engine, the power changes are normally 222) Fixed-pitch propellers are usually designed for
made by controlling the amount of: maximum efficiency at :

A air entering the compressor and fuel entering the A cruising speed
combustion chambers.
B idling
B fuel supplied.
C full throttle
C air entering the compressor.
D take-off
D air leaving the compressor by the opening or closing of
bleed valves.

221) An impulse magneto coupling


226) The illumination of the green landing gear light indicates
that the landing gear is : A gives an automatic spark increase during high speed
operation.
A locked-down and its door is locked.
B gives a retarded spark at starting
B not in the required position.
C reduces magneto speed during engine warm-up
C locked-down.
D advances ignition timing and gives a hotter spark at starting
D in the required position.

220) The Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) is the ratio of:


235) The type of windings commonly used in DC starter
motors are :
A the total turbine inlet pressure to the total compressor outlet
pressure.
A compound wound.
B the total turbine outlet pressure to the total compressor inlet
B series wound. pressure.

C shunt wound. C the total turbine outlet pressure to the total compressor
outlet pressure.
D series shunt wound.
D the total turbine inlet pressure to the total compressor inlet
pressure.

224) On the ground, the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) can be


substituted for the:
219) When a persistent overexcitation fault is detected on
only one AC generator, the protection device opens the :
A ground power unit, the starting system.
A tie breaker.
B ground power unit.
B generator breaker and tie breaker.
C ground power unit, the starting system, the air conditioning
unit.
C exciter breaker and generator breaker.
D ground power unit, the air conditioning unit.
D exciter breaker, generator breaker and tie breaker.

223) The primary purpose of a supercharger is to :


218) With regard to the pneumatic mechanical devices which
afford protection against the formation of ice, the only
A provide a richer mixture at high altitudes correct statement is:

B maintain power at altitude A The pneumatic mechanical device is used a lot on modern
aircraft as it is inexpensive and easy to maintain.
C increase quantity of fuel at metering jet
B The pneumatic mechanical device can only be used as an
anti-icing device.
D provide leaner mixtures at altitudes below 5000 ft
C The inflatable de-ice boots of the pneumatic mechanical
device are arranged perpendicular to the leading edges.

D The pneumatic mechanical device can only be used as a de-


icing device.

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227) In jet transport aircraft, breathing oxygen for the cockpit 23) "Nose wheel shimmy" may be described as :
is stored in the following state:

A gaseous. A the oscillatory movement of the nose wheel when extended


prior to landing.
B liquid. B the amount of free movement of the nose wheel before
steering takes effect.
C chemical.
C aircraft vibration caused by the nose wheel upon extension
D chemical or gaseous. of the gear.

D a possibly damaging vibration of the nose wheel when


moving on the ground.
18) Turbine blade stages may be classed as either
"impulse" or "reaction". In an impulse blade section :
22) The function of a feed box in the fuel tank is to
A the pressure remains constant across the nozzle guide
vanes and rises constant across the rotor blades .
A trap fuel sediments or sludge in the lower part of the tank
B the pressure drops across the nozzle guide vanes and
remains constant across the rotor blades .
B distribute the fuel to the various tanks during refuelling
C the pressure rises across the nozzle guide vanes and
remains constant across the rotor blades . C ventilate the tank during refuelling under high pressure

D the pressure remains constant across the nozzle guide D increase the fuel level at the boost pump location
vanes and drops across the rotor blades .

21) What is breathed in when using a passenger oxygen


26) An operator shall not operate an aeroplane certicated to mask?
JAR25, across an area in which search and rescue
would be especially difficult, without survival equipment A Cabin air and oxygen.
if it flies away from an area suitable for making an
emergency landing at a distance greater than :
B 100% oxygen.
A 60 minutes at cruising speed.
C Cabin air and oxygen or 100% oxygen.
B 30 minutes at cruising speed.
D A mixture of oxygen and freon gas.
C 120 minutes at cruising speed.

D 90 minutes at cruising speed. 123) Which is (are) the damping element(s) in a landing gear
shock absorber used on larger aircraft ?

A Springs.
25) An asymmetric loading (p-factor) on the propeller exists
..
B Nitrogen and a viscous liquid.
A If there is an unbalanced propeller.
C Nitrogen.
B Only for counterrotating propeller
D Oxygen.
C Only if the 'constant speed propeller' mechanism is broken.

D If the aeroplane has a large angle of attack.

24) When the door operation of a transport airplane


equipped with evacuation slides is controlled from the
outside, the slide:

A is disarmed automatically.

B unfolds and becomes inflated.

C unfolds but does not become inflated.

D becomes inflated in its packboard thus preventing its


unfolding.

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19) The purpose of the cabin pressure controller, in the 15) The voltage of a fully charged lead-acid battery cell is :
automatic mode, is to perform the following functions:

1. control of cabin altitude, A 1,2 volts.


2. control of cabin altitude rate-of-change,
3. limitation of differential pressure B 2,2 volts.
4. balancing aircraft altitude with cabin altitude
5. cabin ventilation C 1,4 volts.
6. keeping a constant differential pressure throughout
all the flight phases. D 1,8 volts.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is :
14) Internal leakage in a hydraulic system will cause :
A 1, 2, 3

B 2, 6, 4
A an increased fluid pressure.

B an increased fluid temperature.


C 5, 6, 1

D 4, 5, 3
C fluid loss.

D a decreased fluid temperature.

29) (For this question use appendix )

Associate the correct legend to each of the numbered 13) A DC generator fitted to a aircraft is cooled by :
diagrams :
A air tapped from the low pressure compressor.
A 1- half-fork 2- single trace 3- cantilever 4- dual wheels
B air via a ram air intake.
B 1- cantilever 2- fork 3- half fork 4- dual wheels
C water at 8 degrees centrigade from the air-conditioning
system.
C 1- half fork 2- fork 3- cantilever 4- tandem
D a fan located before the generator.
D 1- cantilever 2- dual wheels 3- half fork 4- fork

12) The chemical oxygen generator is a system:


17) The operating principle of float-type carburettors is
based on the: 1. which is inexpensive
2. requiring no external input
A measurement of the fuel flow into the induction system 3. which is lightweight
4. requiring no maintenance
B difference in air pressure at the venturi throat and the air inlet 5. with adjustable flow rate
6. which is unsafe
C automatic metering of air at the venturi as the aircraft gains
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
altitude
is:
D increase in air velocity in the throat of a venturi causing an
increase in air pressure A 1, 3, 4

B 2, 3, 6
16) The VHF Omnirange (VOR) uses the following
wavelengths: C 1, 4, 6

A centimetric. D 2, 4, 5

B metric.
11) A pneumatic de-ice system should be operated ..
C hectometric.

D decimetric. A When there are approximately 5 cm of ice on leading edges

B Only at take-off and during approach.

C When there is approximately 1,5 cm of ice on leading edges.

D When entering areas with icing conditions.

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20) The most widely used electrical frequency in aircraft is : 43) In the axial flow compressor of a turbo-jet engine, the
flow duct is tapered. Its shape is calculated so as to:

A 400 Hz. A reduce the axial speed, whatever the engine rating.

B 200 Hz. B maintain a constant axial speed in cruising flight.

C 50 Hz.
C maintain a constant axial speed whatever the engine rating.

D 60 Hz. D reduce the axial speed in cruising flight.

36) With engine fire alarm activated, the extinguisher 42) Engine bleed air used for air conditioning and
discharge: pressurization in turbo-jet aeroplanes is usually taken
from the:
A is the pilot's task
A by-pass ducting.
B is automatic and immediate
B compressor section.
C is automatic after a delay to allow the pilot to stop the engine
C fan section.
D does not need the engine to be stopped
D turbine section.

45) The power output of a normally aspirated piston engine


increases with increasing altitude at constant Manifold 41) During climb with constant throttle and RPM lever
Air Pressure (MAP) and RPM because of the : setting (mixture being constant) the :

A lower losses during the gas change. A RPM increases.

B lower friction losses. B Manifold Air Pressure (MAP) decreases.

C leaner mixture at higher altitudes.


C RPM decreases.

D lower back pressure. D Manifold Air Pressure (MAP) increases.

44) The installation and use of on-board oxygen generators 40) Using compressor bleed air to power systems:
is such that:

1 - the smoking ban is imperative when used A has no influence on aircraft performance
2 - in case of accidental drop of the "continuous flow"
passenger masks, no crew action is required B increases aircraft performance
3 - no trace of grease must be found in the system
assembly
4 - the system's filling adaptors must be greased with C is limited to the phases of take-off and landing
non freezable or graphite grease
D decreases aircraft performance
The combination which regroups all of the correct
statements is :
39) Above what flight level must one pilot wear an oxygen
A 2-4 mask at all times during commercial flight.

B 1-3 A 490.

C 1-4 B 410.

D 2-3 C 300.

D 250.

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27) Assume a constant speed DC generator providing a 33) The purpose of an ignition switch is to :
constant output voltage. If the electrical load increases,
the voltage regulator will :
A connect the battery to the magneto
A maintain the intensity of the excitation current constant.
B connect the contact breaker and condenser in series with
B decrease the intensity of the excitation current. the primary coil

C control the primary circuit of the magneto


C increase the intensity of the excitation current.
D connect the secondary coil to the distributor
D change the direction of the excitation current.

32) The correct statement about rain protection for cockpit


37) The function of a fusible plug is to windshields is that :

A protect the tyre against explosion due to excessive A the alcohol de-icing system for cockpit windows is also
temperature. suitable for rain protection

B protect the brake against brake disk fusion due to excessive B rain repellent should never be sprayed onto the windshield
temperature. unless the rainfall is very heavy

C function as a special circuit breaker in the electric system C wipers are sufficient under heavy rain conditions to provide
adequate view through the cockpit windows.
D protect against excessive pressure in the pneumatic
D the electric de-icing system for cockpit windows is also
system.
suitable for rain protection

28) In flight, the most commonly used anti-icing method for


31) A jet aircraft is certified for the carriage of 120
the wings of modern commercial aircraft fitted with
passengers. 42 passenger are on board and the
turbo-jet units is:
expected Flight Level on route Paris-Alger is FL 330. The
first aid oxygen to be on board at departure shall
A Electrical (electrical resistances). provide breathing supply for at least:

B Mechanical (pneumatic source which acts by deforming the A no first aid required.
profiles of the leading edge).
B 1 passenger for the entire flight after cabin depressurization
C Thermal (use of hot air).
at cabin altitude between 10000 and 14000 ft.
D Physical/chemical (glycol-based liquid). C 3 passengers for the entire flight after cabin
depressurization at cabin altitude between 10000 and 14000
ft.
35) In a "bootstrap" cooling system, the charge air is first
compressed in the cold air unit to: D 1 passenger for the entire flight after cabin depressurization
at cabin altitude of more than 8000 ft.
A maintain a constant cabin mass air flow.

B ensure an adequate pressure and temperature drop across 30) The difference between (1) a fuse and (2) a circuit
the cooling turbine. breaker is:

C increase the cabin air supply pressure when the charge A (1)not resettable, (2)resettable.
pressure is too low.
B (1) suitable for high currents, (2) not suitable for high
D ensure an adequate charge air flow across the inter-cooler currents.fuse circuit breaker
heat exchanger.
C (1) not suitable for high currents, (2) suitable for high
currents.fuse circuit breaker
34) The automatic fuelling shut off valve:
D (1)not resettable, (2) not resettable.

A stops fuelling as soon as a certain fuel level is reached


inside the tank.

B cuts off the fuel in case of engine fire.

C stops fuelling as soon as the fuel spills into the ventline.

D stops fuelling as soon as a certain pressure is reached.

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8) Generally, on modern jet transport aircraft, how can the 312) An excessively rich mixture can be detected by :
landing gear be extended if there is a complete hydraulic
system failure.
A a long purple flame from exhaust.
A By hydraulic accumulators.
B black smoke from exhaust.
B Mechanically
C high cylinder head temperatures
C Electrically.
D white smoke from exhaust.
D Pneumatically.

311) For FAIL-SAFE designed structural parts :


38) The mixture control for a carburettor achieves its
control by: 1 The mounting principle is parallel mounting.
2 No routine check is necessary.
A altering the depression on the main discharge tube. 3 The member is removed at the end of the calculated
life cycle.
4 Certain components may not be accessible.
B varying the air supply to the main discharge tube. 5 The principle is the redundancy of components
6 The failure of a member causes the loads to be shared
C varying the fuel supply to the main discharge tube. between the other system components.

D moving the butterfly valve through a separate linkage to the The combination regrouping all the correct statements
main throttle control. is :

A 1,3,4
305) The essential difference between aircraft AC alternators
and DC generators (dynamos) is that the: B 2,5,6

A alternators supply all of the output current through the C 1,5,6


commutators and brush assemblies.
D 2,3,4
B The alternators generate much less power than DC
generators.

C induced (output) windings of the alternators are fixed 310) Concerning the centrifugal compressor, the compressor
(stator), and the dynamos have a fixed inductor (field) coil. diffuser is a device in which the:

D induced windings of the alternators are rotating (rotor), and A pressure rises at a constant velocity.
the dynamos have a rotary inductor coil.
B velocity, pressure and temperature rise.

10) An accumulator in a hydraulic system will : C velocity rises and pressure falls.

A increase pressure surges within the system.


D pressure rises and velocity falls.

B reduce fluid temperature and pressure.


309) An AC generator driven by a CSD unit :
C reduce fluid temperature only.
A requires a voltage controller to maintain constant frequency.
D store fluid under pressure.
B requires a voltage controller to maintain constant voltage
under load.
313) When a battery is almost fully discharged there is a
tendency for the : C does not need a voltage controller since the CSD will ensure
constant voltage.
A electrolyte to "boil".
D does not need a voltage controller since an AC generator
voltage cannot alter under load.
B voltage to decrease under load.

C voltage to increase due to the current available.

D current produced to increase due to the reduced voltage.

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308) Fuel stored in aircraft tanks will accumulate moisture. 303) The capacity of a battery is expressed in terms of :
The most practical way to minimize this when an aircraft
is used every day or so is to :
A ampere-hours.
A keep tank vents plugged and filler cap tight
B volts.
B keep tanks topped off when the aircraft is not in use
C watts.
C drain tanks at end of each day's flight
D internal resistance.
D use only high octane gasoline

302) (For this question use annex 021-10164A)


315) The safety precautions to be taken whenever using The smoke detection in the aircraft cargo compartments
oxygen are: is carried out by four sensors: C1, C2, C3 and C4.
They are associated with the logic circuit as described
1. refrain from smoking, avoid sparkes. in the annex.
2. Avoid operation of radio communication equipment. The repeating bell is activated when:
3. Slowly operate oxygen system valves.
4. Avoid greasy matter. A the C1 and C3 sensors detect smoke.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements B only one sensor detects smoke.
is :
C the C2 and C4 sensors detect smoke.
A 1, 3, 4.
D the C1 and C2 sensors detect smoke.
B 1, 2, 3.

C 2, 3, 4.
301) The term "bootstrap", when used to identify a cabin air
conditioning and pressurisation system, refers to the:
D 1, 2, 4.
A cold air unit (air cycle machine) arrangement.

306) The wavelength of a radio transmitted on frequency B source of the charge air.
121.95 MHz is:
C means by which pressurisation is controlled.
A 2.46 m
D charge air across the inter-cooler heat exchanger.
B 24.60 cm

C 2.46 cm
300) In which sections of the carburettor would icing most
likely occur?
D 24.60 m
A main air bleed and main discharge nozzle

316) The VHF direction finder uses the following wavelengths: B venturi and the throttle valve

A hectometric.
C float chamber and fuel inlet filter

D accelerator pump and main metering jet


B decimetric.

C centimetric.
299) The low pressure switch of a hydraulic circuit sets off an
D metric. alarm if :

A the reservoir level is at the normal operation limit.

304) When air is compressed for pressurization purposes, B there is a leak in the reservoir return line.
the percentage oxygen content is:

A unaffected.
C the pump power accumulator is deflated.

B decreased.
D the pump output pressure is insufficient.

C increased.

D dependent on the degree of pressurisation.

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298) The purpose of a shuttle valve is to: 6) The advantages of grounding the negative pole of the
aircraft structure are:

A Protect a hydraulic system from overpressure. 1. Weight saving


2. Easy fault detection
B Relieve excess pressure in hydraulic systems. 3. Increase of short-circuit risk
4. Reduction of short-circuit risk
C Prevent overloading of the hydraulic pump. 5. Circuits are not single-wired lines

D Supply an operating unit with the most appropriate system The combination regrouping all the correct statements
pressure. is :

A 1, 3, 5

307) Assuming cabin pressure decreases, the cabin rate of


climb indicator should indicate :
B 1, 2, 4

A a rate of descent of approximately 300 feet per minutes. C 1, 2, 3

B zero. D 2, 3, 5

C a rate of descent dependent upon the cabin differential


pressure. 5) There are 60 passengers and crew members on board a
turbo-prop aircraft. Its speed is 240 kt. At a point along
D a rate of climb. the course steered, above the sea, the aircraft is at 1h45
min from an airdrome suitable for emergency landing.
The minimum equipment complying with regulations is :
324) A fuel strainer when fitted to a carburettor will be
positioned :
A 60 life jackets, two 30-seat life boats

A between the needle valve and the metering jet. B 60 life jackets and three 30-seat life boats

B between the metering jet and the discharge nozzle. C 60 life jackets

C downstream of th discharge nozzle. D One 30-seat life boat and two 20-seat life boats

D upstream of the needle valve.


4) Environmental system: in the air refrigeration unit, the
water separation unit is placed:
48) When an underspeed fault is detected on an AC
generator connected to the aircraft AC busbar, the
A after the cooling turbine.
protection device opens the:
B before the heat exchangers.
A exciter breaker.
C before the cooling turbine.
B exciter breaker and generator breaker.
D just after the heat exchangers.
C exciter breaker, generator breaker and tie breaker.

D generator breaker. 3) The fuel temperature, at which, under standard


conditions, the vapour ignites in contact with a flame
and extinguishs immediately, is the:
7) At constant fuel flow, if engine compressor air is bled off
for engine anti-icing or a similar system, the turbine
A combustion point
temperature:
B fire point
A will rise.
C self ignition point
B will be unchanged.
D flash point
C may rise or fall depending on which stage of the compressor
is used for the bleed and the rpm of the engine at the
moment of selection.

D will fall.

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2) The hydraulic device similar to an electronic diode is a : 322) Assuming an accumulator is pre-charged with air to
1000 psi and the hydraulic system is pressurised to 1500
psi, the accumulator gauge will read :
A check valve.
A 2500 psi.
B flow control valve.
B 1000 psi.
C distribution valve.
C 500 psi.
D shutoff valve.
D 1500 psi.

314) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, each occupant of the


cockpit seats on duty in a non-pressurized airplane 321) When increasing true airspeed with a constant engine
must have an oxygen supply reserve for the entire flight RPM, the angle of attack of a fixed pitch propeller :
time at pressure altitudes greater than:
A increases.
A 14000 ft.
B stays constant.
B 10000 ft.
C stays constant because it only varies with engine RPM.
C 12500 ft.
D reduces.
D 13000 ft.

320) The advantages of a chemical oxygen source for the


325) In the cabin, when the oxygen mask is pulled passenger cabin are :
downwards, the passenger breathes :
1. reduced weight and volume,
A cabin air under pressure. 2. easy storage and maintenance,
3. greater autonomy,
B a mixture of oxygen and cabin air. 4. no risk of explosion,
5. reversible functioning,
C pure oxygen under pressure. 6. no maintenance.

D pure oxygen at the ambient pressure. The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:

A 1, 2, 4, 6
9) The output of a generator is controlled by :
B 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
A varying the length of wire in the armature windings.
C 2, 3, 5
B the reverse current relay circuit breaker.
D 1, 3, 4, 5
C varying the field strength.

D varying the speed of the engine. 319) The Maximum Zero Fuel Mass:
1 Is a limitation set by regulation.
2 Is designed for a maximum load factor.
3 Is due to the maximum bending moment at wing root.
323) In addition to fire detention/protection, most auxiliary 4 Requires to empty external tanks first.
power units (APUs) have automatic controls for stating, 5 Requires to empty internal tanks first.
stopping and maintaining operation within safe limits. The correct combination of true statements is :
These controls provide correct sequencing of the
starting cycle as well as protection against : A 2,5

A high TGT and loss of oil pressure only.


B 2,4
B overspeed and high oil temperature only.
C 1,3,5

C high TGT only.


D 1,2,3
D high turbine gas temperature (TGT), overspeed, loss of oil
pressure and high oil temperature.

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318) The part of a piston engine that transforms 101) The purpose of the blow-in-doors at the air inlets is to:
reciprocating movement into rotary motion is termed
the :
A serve to increase the relative velocity at the first compressor
A reduction gear stage.

B provide the engine with additional air at high power settings


B crankshaft and low air speeds.

C piston C provide the engine with additional air at high power settings
at cruising speed.
D camshaft
D feed cooling air to the engine cowling.

317) The fuselage of an aircraft consists, among others, of


stringers whose purpose is to: 100) The frequency of an AC generator is dependent upon
the :
A assist the skin in absorbing the longitudinal traction-
compression stresses. A number of pairs of poles and the speed of the rotor.

B withstand the shear stresses. B number of individual poles and the field strength.

C provide sound and thermal isolation. C field strength and the speed of the rotor.

D integrate the strains due to pressurization to which the skin D number of individual poles only.
is subjected and convert them into a tensile stress.

99) A rich mixture setting has to be used during climb


1) Main cabin temperature is: segments. This results in a

A controlled automatically, or by flight crew selection. A higher torque.

B controlled by individual passenger. B lower cylinder head temperature.

C not controllable at the maximum cabin differential pressure. C higher efficiency.

D Only controllable at maximum cabin differential pressure. D slight loss of power.

93) The frequency of an AC generator is dependent on the : 98) The measured output power components of a constant
frequency AC system are :

A number of pairs of poles and the speed of the moving part. A amperes and kilowatts.

B number of individual poles and the field strength. B kVA and kVAR.

C field strength and the speed of the moving part. C volts and amperes.

D number of individual poles only. D volts and kilowatts.

85) (Use the appendix to answer this question) 97) In twin-engine aeroplanes with right turning propellers

The gas turbine illustrated is of the following type:


A the 'minimum control speed' is determined by the failure of
A free turbine and centrifugal compressor the right engine.

B free turbine and axial compressor


B the right engine is the critical motor.

C single shaft turbine and centrifugal compressor C the left engine is the critical motor.

D single shaft turbine and axial compressor


D the left engine produces a higher yaw moment if the right
engine fails than vice versa.

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96) In a cabin air conditioning system, equipped with a 91) Pulling the fire shutoff handle causes a number of
bootstrap, the mass air flow is routed via the: devices to disconnect. In respect of the AC generator it
can be said that the:
A compressor outlet of the cold air unit to the primary heat
exchanger inlet. A exciter control relay, the generator breaker and the tie
breaker open.
B secondary heat exchanger outlet to the turbine inlet of the
cold air unit. B exciter control relay and the generator breaker open.

C secondary heat exchanger outlet to the compressor inlet of C exciter control relay opens.
the cold air unit.

D turbine outlet of the cold air unit to the primary heat


D generator breaker opens.
exchanger inlet.

90) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger


103) When the AC generators are connected in parallel, the seating configuration is 31 to 60 seats must be equipped
reactive loads are balanced by means of the: with at least:

A torque of the Constant Speed Drive (CSD). A 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
B energizing current.
B 2 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
C frequency.
C 3 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
D voltage. passenger compartment.

D 4 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the


passenger compartment.
94) The emergency lighting system must be able to function
and supply a certain level of lighting after the main
electric power system has been cut off for at least:
89) The function of the selector valve is to:
A 90 seconds
A select the system to which the hydraulic pump should
B 5 minutes supply pressure.

C 30 minutes B automatically activate the hydraulic system.

D 10 minutes C discharge some hydraulic fluid if the system pressure is too


high.

D communicate system pressure to either side of an actuator.


104) When a wire type fire system is tested:

A Only the warning function is tested. 88) When in flight, a piston engine is stopped and the
propeller blade pitch angle is near 90°, the propeller is
B a part of the wire is totally heated. said to be...

C the wire is totally heated. A windmilling.

D the wiring and the warning are tested. B transparent.

C at zero drag.
92) In the propagation of MF waves, the phenomenon of
FADING is particularly found : D feathered.

A at night, due to the combination of the sky and ground waves.

B by day, due to the combination of sky and ground waves.

C at night and when raining.

D by day and when raining.

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87) In general, in twin-engine aeroplanes with 'constant 274) The pitch angle of a constant-speed propeller
speed propeller'

A the oil pressure turns the propeller blades towards smaller A increases with increasing true air speed.
pitch angle.
B only varies with engine RPM.
B the aerodynamic force turns the propeller blades towards
higher pitch angle. C decreases with increasing true air speed.

C the spring force turns the propeller blades towards smaller D is independent of the true air speed.
pitch angle.

D the oil pressure turns the propeller blades towards higher


pitch angle. 120) For weather radar, the frequency 9375 MHz in X Band is
preferable to C Band because:

46) The torque of an aeroplane engine can be measured at A It allows greater scanning rates.
the:
B It better detects clouds contour and range is greater with the
A accessory gear box. same transmission power.

B camshaft. C Its penetration power is higher.

C gear box which is located between the engine and the D It is not absorbed by heavy precipitations.
propeller.

D propeller blades. 119) With respect to a piston engined aircraft, ice in the
carburettor :

95) An artificial feel unit is necessary in the pitch channel A may form at OAT's higher than +10°C.
when:
B will only form at OAT's below +10°C.
A the elevators are actuated by reversible servo-control units.
C will only form at outside air temperatures (OAT's) below the
B the elevators are actuated by irreversible servo-control units. freezing point of water.

C the elevators are fitted with servo-tabs or trim tabs. D will only form at OAT's below the freezing point of fuel.

D there is a trimmable stabilizer.


118) Shuttle valves will automatically:

112) As regards three-phase AC generators, the following A Guard systems against overpressure.
conditions must be met for paralleling AC generators:
B Reduce pump loads.
1. Equal voltage
2. Equal current
3. Equal frequencies C Switch hydraulically operated units to the most appropriate
4. Same phase rotation pressure supply.
5. Voltages of same phase
D Shut down systems which are overloaded.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is :
117) Overheating of a piston engine is likely to result from an
A 1, 4, 5 excessively :

B 1, 3, 4, 5 A rich mixture.

C 1, 2, 3, 4 B low barometric pressure.

D 1, 3, 5 C high barometric pressure.

D weak mixture.

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116) On modern transport aircraft, cockpit windows are 84) A current limiter fuse in a DC generation system is used
protected against icing by : to :

A Vinyl coating. A limit the current in the field circuit.

B Anti-icing fluid. B instantaneously rupture to limit the current in the load.

C Rain repellent system. C limit the current in the armature.

D Electric heating. D allow a short term overload before rupturing.

115) If the pressure in the cabin tends to become lower than 111) The main feature of BCF fire extinguishers is that they :
the outside ambient air pressure the :

A outflow valve open completely. A use the cooling effect created by the venturi during
discharge.
B air cycle machine will stop. B are electrical conductors.

C negative pressure relief valve will open.


C are highly corrosive particularly for aluminium alloys.

D negative pressure relief valve will close D act as flame inhibitors by absorbing the air's oxygen.

102) When leaning the mixture for the most economic cruise 110) An EGT (Exhaust Gas Temperature) indicator for a
fuel flow, excessive leaning will cause : piston engine is used to :
A high engine rpm A assist the pilot to settle correct mixture.

B low cylinder head and exhaust gas temperature B control the cylinder head temperature.

C high manifold pressure


C control the carburator inlet air flow.

D high cylinder head and exhaust gas temperature D control the fuel temperature.

113) In accordance with the JAR-OPS and with the exception 109) On starting, in a brushless AC generator with no
of amphibians and hydroplanes, the carriage of a life commutator rings, the generator is activated by:
jacket per person on board is compulsory when the
airplane is :
A the auxiliary winding.
1. cruising at such a distance from the shore that it
would not be able to return in the case of an engine B a set of permanent magnets.
failure.
2. is flying over a water surface at more than 50 NM off C the main field winding.
shore.
3. is using departure and arrival paths above the water D the stabilizer winding jointly with the voltage regulator.
and when a ditching probability exists in the case of a
problem.
4. is flying over a stretch of water at more than 100 NM
off shore. 108) The opening of the doors giving access to the oxygen
masks for the passengers is :
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is: 1. pneumatic for the gaseous oxygen system,
2. electrical for the chemical oxygen system,
A 1, 2, 3, 4 3. pneumatic for the chemical oxygen system,
4. electrical for the gaseous oxygen system.
B 1, 2
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:
C 3, 4
A 2, 3
D 2, 3
B 2, 4

C 1, 2

D 1, 3

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107) Consider a jet engine whose control is based on the 55) When the magneto selector switch is set to "OFF"
Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR): position, the piston engine continues to run normally.
The most probable cause of this failure is that:
1. with a constant EPR, the thrust decreases when the
altitude increases A There is a carbon deposit on the spark plugs electrodes.
2. with a constant EPR, the thrust is independent of the
Mach number B A wire from the magneto is in contact with a metallic part of
3. At same environmental conditions, a given EPR the engine.
setting maintains the thrust irrespective of engine wear
due to ageing. C There are local hot points in the engine (probably due to
4. the EPR is determined by the impact pressure overheating of the cylinder heads).
difference between the turbine outlet and the
compressor inlet D On a magneto, a grounding wire is broken.
5. on take-off, in the event of icing not detected by the
crew, the indicated EPR is lower than the real EPR

The combination regrouping all the correct statements 86) The pack cooling fan provides:
is :

A 1, 5.
A cooling air to the primary and secondary heat exchanger
during cruise.

B 1, 3. B cooling air to the primary and secondary heat exchanger


during slow flight and ground operation.
C 2, 3, 4.
C cooling air to the pre-cooler.
D 3, 4, 5.
D air to the eyeball outlets at the Passenger Service Unit
(PSU).
106) The term "Bootstrap", when used to identify a cabin air
conditioning and pressurisation system, refers to the :
63) If one of the 12 cells of a lead-acid battery is dead, the
A source of the charge air. battery:

B means by which pressurisation is controlled.


A has 1/12 less voltage, but can still be used.

B has 1/12 less capacity, but can still be used.


C charge air across the inter-cooler heat exchanger.

D cold air unit (air cycle machine) arrangement. C has 1/12 less voltage and less capacity, but can still be used.

D is unserviceable.

105) "Conditioned" air is air that has :

62) What is the purpose of the pack cooling fans in the air
A been controlled in respect of temperature and pressure. conditioning system?

B had any moisture removed from it. A Supplying the heat exchangers with cooling air during slow
flights and ground operation.
C had the oxygen content increased.
B Supplying the heat exchangers with cooling air during cruise
flight.
D had the oxygen content reduced.
C Supplying the Passenger Service Unit (PSU) with fresh air.

114) In an aircraft air conditioning system the air cannot be D Cooling of the APU compartment.
treated for:

A purity.

B pressure.

C temperature.

D humidity.

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61) Among the different types of aircraft structures, the 65) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, the minimum
shell structures efficiently transmit the: requirement for the survival oxygen needed to supply
100 % of the passengers during and following an
1. normal bending stresses emergency descend is:
2. tangent bending stresses
3. torsional moment A 10 minutes or the entire flight time where the cabin pressure
4. shear stresses altitude is above 15000 ft, whichever is the greater.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements B 30 minutes.


is :
C the entire flight time where the cabin pressure altitude is
A 1, 2, 3 above 13000 ft.

B 2, 3, 4 D the entire flight time where the cabin pressure altitude is


above 10000 ft minus 30 minutes.
C 1, 2, 4

D 1, 3, 4 56) The fuel system boost pumps are used to :

A avoid the bubbles accumulation and feed the lines with fuel
60) What can be the consequence during a descent with a for directing it to the engine at a positive pressure.
fully open throttle if the waste gate is seized ?
B avoid the bubbles accumulation.
A The turbine blades will separate.
C feed the lines with fuel for directing it to the engine at a
B The manifold air pressure (MAP) value may exceed the positive pressure.
maximum allowed value.
D feed the fuel control units, which inject the pressurized fuel
C The power of the motor will decrease. into the engine.

D The turbine shaft will break.


66) (For this question use annex 021-9377A)
When fire is detected on engine n°2, the fire shutoff
handle n°2 is pulled and the extinguishing agent n°1 is
59) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger discharged. This results in :
seating configuration is greater than 600 seats must be
equipped with at least:
A the discharge of fire extinguisher bottle n°1 and illumination
of the DISCH (discharge) indicator lamp
A 7 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment. B the discharge of fire extinguisher bottle n°1 and illumination
of the DISCH indicator lamp of agent n°1 on both engines
B 6 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
C the discharge of fire extinguisher bottle n°1 and illumination
of the DISCH indicator lamp of agent n°1 on engine no. and
C 8 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the DISCH indicator lamp of agent n°2 on engine n°1
passenger compartment.
D the discharge of fire extinguisher bottle n°2 and illumination
D 9 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the of the DISCH indicator lamp of agent n°1 on engine n°1 and
passenger compartment. agent n°2 on engine n°2

58) (For this question use annex 021- 6660A) 54) A propeller blade is twisted, so as to
The logic symbol shown represents (assuming positive
logic) :
A keep the local Angle of Attack constant along the blade.
A a NAND gate.
B avoid the appearance of sonic phenomena.
B a NOR gate.
C decrease the blade tangential velocity from the blade root to
C an EXCLUSIVE gate. the tip.

D an INVERT or NOT gate. D allow a higher mechanical stress.

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53) The useful work area in an ideal Otto engine indicator 122) Static dischargers :
diagram is enclosed by the following gas state change
lines 1. are used to set all the parts of the airframe to the
same electrical potential
A 2 adiabatic, 1 isochoric and 1 isobaric lines. 2. are placed on wing and tail tips to facilitate electrical
discharge
B 2 adiabatic and 2 isochoric lines. 3. are used to reset the electrostatic potential of the
aircraft to a value approximating 0 volts
4. are located on wing and tail tips to reduce intererence
C 2 adiabatic and 1 isothermic lines.
with the on-board radiocommunication systems to a
minimum
D 2 adiabatic and 2 isobaric lines. 5. limit the risks of transfer of electrical charges between
the aircraft and the electrified clouds

52) The oil system for a piston engine incorporates an oil The combination regrouping all the correct statements
cooler that is fitted : is :

A in the return line to the oil tank after the oil has passed A 1,2,5.
through the scavenge pump
B 1,3,4.
B between the oil tank and the pressure pump
C 3,4,5.
C after the pressure pump but before the oil passes through
the engine D 2,4,5.

D after the oil has passed through the engine and before it
enters the sump
57) The survival oxygen is:

51) The high Altitude Radio Altimeter uses the following A a therapeutical oxygen specifically carried for certain
wavelengths: passengers.

A hectometric. B the oxygen supplied to the airplane occupants in case of


accidental depressurization.
B myriametric.
C the oxygen supplied to a passenger who needs oxygen for
pathological reasons.
C decimetric.
D the oxygen used for protection against smoke and carbon
D metric. dioxide.

50) In a hydraulic braking system, the accumulator is: 74) A Yaw Damper is :

A an accumulator designed to restore brake energy in the A An elevator augmentor.


event of a hydraulic failure.
B An elevator augmentor to avoid the nose-down effect at
B a damping type accumulator designed to take up the speeds greater than M=0.8.
pressure fluctuations of the automatic braking system.
C A roll trim tab.
C designed to take up the hydraulic energy filtered by the anti-
skid system in order to prevent wheel blocking.
D A rudder damper designed to avoid the "Dutch roll".
D a buffer accumulator whose function is to assist the
hydraulic system during high intensity braking.
83) The anti-ice or de-icing system which is mostly used for
the wings of modern turboprop aeroplanes is :
49) On an aeroplane, spoilers are :
A Electrical heating.

A lower wing surface devices, their deflection is always B Thermal anti-icing.


asymmetrical.

B upper wing surface devices, their deflection is symmetrical C Fluid de-icing.


or asymmetrical.
D Pneumatic boots.
C lower wing surface devices, their deflection is symmetrical or
asymmetrical.

D upper wing surface devices, their deflection is always


asymmetrical.

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82) Because of the input/output relationship of an AND gate, 77) A thermal circuit breaker:
it is often referred to as the :

A "inhibited" or "negated" gate. A forbids any overcurrent.

B "all or nothing" gate. B can be reset without any danger even if the fault remains.

C "any or all" gate. C protects the system in the event of overheating, even without
exceeding the maximum permissible current.
D "state indicator" gate. D is a protection system with a quick break capacity of about
one hundredth of a second.

81) On an aircraft landing gear, an under-inflated tyre:


64) The purpose of the barometric correction in a fuel
controller is to:
A will wear at the shoulders
A increase the fuel-to-air ratio when altitude increases.
B it's tread will deteriorate faster
B maintain a constant fuel metering whatever the altitude.
C will have an increased critical hydroplanning speed
C maintain the correct weight fuel to air ratio when the altitude
D will be more subject to viscosity aquaplaning on dry runway increases.

D reduce the fuel-to-air ratio when altitude increases.


80) If the ground wire between the magnetos and the
ignition switch becomes disconnected the most
noticeable result will be that: 75) The number of hand fire extinguishers which have to be
installed in the passenger cabin according to JAR-OPS
A a still operating engine will run down depends on the number of :

B the engine cannot be started with the ignition switch in the A seats in the cabin.
"ON" position
B seat rows in the cabin.
C the power developed by the engine will be strongly reduced
C passengers in the cabin.
D the engine cannot be shut down by turning the ignition
switch to the "OFF" position
D emergency exits in the cabin.

79) "Vapor lock" is the phenomenon by which:


47) The compressor surge effect during acceleration is
prevented by the :
A burnt gas plugs forming and remaining in the exhaust
manifold following an overheat and thereby disturbing the A Fuel Control Unit (F.C.U.).
exhaust.
B inlet guide vanes.
B heat produces vapour plugs in the fuel line.
C surge bleed valves.
C water vapour plugs are formed in the intake fuel line
following the condensation of water in fuel tanks which have
not been drained for sometime.
D variable setting type nozzle guide vanes.

D abrupt and abnormal enrichment of the fuel/air mixture


following an inappropriate use of carburettor heat. 73) Modern pressurized transport airplanes are equipped
with :

78) The reason for using inverters in an electrical system is A two oxygen systems both supplying the cockpit and the
.. cabin.

A To avoid a short circuit. B only portable oxygen bottles.

B To change DC into AC. C two independent oxygen systems, one supplying the cockpit,
the other the cabin.
C To change the DC voltage.
D only one oxygen system supplying the whole aircraft.
D To change AC into DC.

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72) If the cabin altitude rises (aircraft in level flight), the 67) With a piston engine, when detonation is recognised,
differential pressure: you:

A decreases A Reduce manifold pressure and lean the mixture

B increases B Increase manifold pressure and enrich the mixture

C remains constant C Increase manifold pressure and lean the mixture

D may exceed the maximum permitted differential unless D Reduce manifold pressure and enrich the mixture
immediate preventative action is taken.

76) A turbocharger system is normally driven by:


71) The pneumatic system accumulator is useful :

A an hydraulic motor.
A to offset for the starting of some devices.
B an electrically activated hydraulically powered clutch.
B in emergency cases.
C the exhaust system.
C to eliminate the fluid pressure variations.
D an electric motor.
D to eliminate the fluid flow variations.

499) The purpose of a distributor in an ignition system is to


70) A public transport jet aeroplane may be operated up to distribute:
FL 450. The cabin includes 180 passenger seats, made
up of 30 rows (3 seats from each side of central aisle). A primary current to the condenser.
The minimum number of cabin oxygen masks for this
aeroplane must be:
B secondary current to the condenser.
A 210 (one additional mask per seat row).
C primary current to the sparking plugs.
B 198 (110% of the seating capacity).
D secondary current to the sparking plugs.
C 270 (150% of the seating capacity).

D 240 (one additional mask per seat block). 507) The function of an air cycle machine is to :

A pump the conditioned air into the cabin.


69) The hydraulic oil, entering the hydraulic pump, is
slightly pressurised to : B cool the bleed air.

A prevent overheating of the pump.


C decrease the pressure of the bleed air.

B prevent vapour locking. D remove the water from the bleed air.

C prevent cavitation in the pump

D 506) In hydraulic system, a shuttle valve :


ensure sufficient pump output

A allows two possible sources of pressure to operate one unit.


68) The function of the Generator Breaker is to close when
the voltage of the : B is a self-lapping non-return valve.

A alternator is greater than the battery voltage and to open C allows two units to be operated by one pressure source.
when the opposite is true
D regulates pump delivery pressure.
B battery is greater than the alternator voltage and to open
when the opposite is true

C generator is greater than battery voltage and to open when


the opposite is true

D battery is greater than the generator voltage and to open


when the opposite is true

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505) If a current is passed through a conductor which is 500) When carrying out battery condition check using the
positioned in a magnetic field : aircraft's voltmeter :

A a force will be exerted on the conductor. A a load should be applied to the battery in order to give a
better indication of condition.
B the current will increase.
B no load should be applied to the battery because it would
depress the voltage.
C there will be no effect unless the conductor is moved.
C the battery should be isolated.
D the intensity of the magnetic field will decrease.
D the load condition is unimportant.

504) Fuel dump systems are required:


510) Generally, when the fire handle of the fire-extinguishing
A on all transport category aircraft where the Maximum Take- system on an aircraft is pulled, the effects are :
Off Weight (MTOW) is significant higher than the Maximum
Landing Weight (MLW). 1. closing of the LP valve of the fuel system
2. opening of the air bleed valves and HP valves on the
B on all transport category aircraft. engine concerned
3. setting of extinguishing systems
4. closing of the isolation and de-icing valves
C on all transport category aircraft with more than 150 seats.
5. isolation of the associated electric current generators
6. immediate discharge of extinguishing agent
D on aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW)
higher than 5.7 tons. The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:

503) In a fire detection system with single-loop continuous A 2,3,4,5


components (with no fault protection), if the line is
accidently grounded: B 1,3,4

A the fire alarm is triggered.


C 1,3,4,5

B the power supply is cut off automatically.


D 1,2,5,6

C there will be no effect on the system

D the engine fire extinguisher striker is automatically activated. 498) Circuit breakers protecting circuits may be :

A reset at any time.


502) The wavelength of a non-directional beacon (NDB) at a
frequency of 300 kHz is: B used in AC and DC circuits.

A 1000 metres. C used only in AC circuits.

B 100 metres. D used only in DC circuits.

C 10 metres.
497) A condenser in parallel with breaker points will
D 1 metre.

A intensify current in secondary winding


453) The maximum differential pressure of a transonic
transport category airplane is approximately: B permit arcing across points

A 15.5 psi C assist in negative feedback to secondary coil

B 9.0 psi D assist in collapse of secondary winding.

C 3.5 psi

D 13.5 psi

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496) During fuelling the automatic fuelling shut off valves will 492) The use of igniters is necessary on a turbo-jet:
switch off the fuel supply system when:
1 - throughout the operating range of the engine
A the surge vent tank is filled. 2 - for accelerations
3 - for ground starts
B there is fire. 4 - for in-flight relights
5 - during turbulence in flight
6 - under heavy precipitation or in icing conditions
C the fuel has reached a predetermined volume or mass.
The combination which regroups all of the correct
D fuelling system has reached a certain pressure. statements is :

A 3
495) The 'constant speed propeller' has
B 2-3-4

A its best efficiency during climb.


C 1

B only above and below the design point a better efficiency D 3-4-5-6
than the fixed propeller with the same design speed.

C in general a worse efficiency than the fixed propeller.


501) The reading on the oil pressure gauge is the:
D only at the design speed a better efficiency than the fixed
propeller.
A difference between the pressure pump pressure and the
scavenge pump pressure.

494) The part of the flight that will cause the highest loads on B pressure in the oil tank reservoir.
the torsion link in a bogie gear is
C pressure of the oil on the inlet side of the pressure pump.
A Touch down with crosswind
D pressure of the oil on the outlet side of the pressure pump.
B Gear down selection

C Braking with an inoperative anti skid system.


517) The purpose of cabin air flow control valves in a
pressurization system is to :
D Taxiing with a small turning radius.
A regulate cabin pressure at the maximum cabin pressure
differential.
493) The pressurization of tanks is maintained by the fuel:
B Maintain a constant and sufficient mass air flow to ventilate
the cabin and minimise cabin pressure surges.
A tank drains.
C regulate cabin pressure to the selected altitude.
B top off unit.
D discharge cabin air to atmosphere if cabin pressure rises
C dump system. above the selected altitude.

D vent system.
526) The ignition occurs in each cylinder of an four-stroke
engine (TDC = Top Dead Center)

A behind TDC at each crankshaft revolution.

B behind TDC at each second crankshaft revolution.

C before TDC at each second crankshaft revolution.

D before TDC at each crankshaft revolution.

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525) The speed of an asynchronous four-pole motor fed at a 520) The very rapid magnetic field changes (flux) around the
frequency of 400 Hertz is: primary coil in a magneto are accomplished by the:

A 800 revolutions per minute. A contact breaker points closing.

B 1600 revolutions per minute. B rotor turning past the position of maximum flux in the
armature.
C 12000 revolutions per minute.
C contact breaker points opening.
D 6000 revolutions per minute.
D distributor arm aligning with one of the high tension
segments.

524) The main purpose of the mixture control is to:


508) Vapour lock is :
A decrease the air supplied to the engine
A vaporizing of fuel in the carburettor
B increase the oxygen supplied to the engine
B the inability of a fuel to vaporize in the carburettor
C decrease oxygen supplied to the engine
C vaporizing of fuel prior to reaching the carburettor
D adjust the fuel flow to obtain the proper fuel/air ratio
D the formation of water vapour in a fuel system

523) The purpose of a diluter demand regulator in an oxygen


system is to :
518) The purpose of a voltage regulator is to control the
output voltage of the :
A deliver oxygen flow when inhaling.
A generators at varying speeds and the batteries at varying
B deliver oxygen flow only above FL 100. loads.

C is only recommended with smoke in the cockpit. B output of the TRU.

D mix air and oxygen in a passenger oxygen mask. C generator at varying loads and speeds.

D batteries at varying loads.


522) For a turbine engine, the term self-sustaining speed
relates to the speed at which the engine :
509) If the maximum operating altitude of an airplane is
A operates most efficiently in the cruise.. limited by the pressurized cabin, this limitation is due to
the maximum:
B will enable the generators to supply bus-bar voltage.
A Negative differential pressure at maximum cabin altitude.
C will run without any external assistance.
B Positive cabin differential pressure at maximum operating
D is designed to idle after starting. ceiling.

C Negative cabin differential pressure at maximum operating


ceiling.
521) In flight the wing of an aircraft containing fuel is
subjected to vertical loads that produce a bending D Positive cabin differential pressure at maximum cabin
moment which is: altitude.

A lowest at the wing root


516) In large modern aircraft, in the air conditioning system,
B highest at the wing root reduction of air temperature and pressure is achieved
by:
C equal to the zero -fuel weight multiplied by the span
A a condenser.
D equal to half the weight of the aircraft multiplied by the semi
span B an evaporator.

C an expansion turbine.

D a compressor.

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515) (For this question use annex 021-786A) 512) Some emergency exits must be equipped with devices
In a pressurized aircraft whose cabin altitude is 8000 ft, so as to help the occupants to get out and reach the
a crack in a cabin window makes it necessary to reduce ground if their threshold is at a height above the ground
the differential pressure to 5 psi. greater than:
The flight level to be maintained in order to keep the
same cabin altitude is: A 6 ft, aeroplane on the ground, one main gear or nose gear
collapse.
A FL 230
B 8 ft, aeroplane on the ground, one main gear or nose gear
B FL 340 collapse.

C FL 280 C 8 ft, aeroplane on the ground, landing gear extended.

D FL 180
D 6 ft, aeroplane on the ground, landing gear extended.

511) When a landing gear wheel is hydroplaning, its friction


514) Electrical bonding of an aircraft is used to:
factor is equal to:
1. protect the aircraft against lightning effects.
2. reset the electrostatic potential of the aircraft to a
A 0
value approximating 0 volt
3. reduce radio interference on radiocommunication B 1
systems
4. set the aircraft to a single potential C 0.1

The combination regrouping all the correct statements D 0.5


is:

A 1, 3, 4
489) To allow for failure of the normal method of system
pressure limiting control, a hydraulic system often
B 1, 2, 3
incorporates

C 3, 4 A a high pressure relief valve.

D 2, 4 B a stand-by hydraulic pump.

C an accumulator.
513) The control of free turbine engines on turboprops, is
accomplished by: D auxiliary hydraulic motors.

- a propeller control lever used to select:


1 - propeller RPM
2 - turbine temperature 519) On four-stroke piston engines, the theoretical valve and
3 - turbine RPM ignition settings are readjusted in order to increase the:

- a fuel control lever used to select: A overall efficiency


4 - propeller RPM
5 - torque B compression ratio
6 - turbine temperature

The combination which regroups all of the correct


C piston displacement
statements is :
D engine r.p.m.
A 1-5-6

B 1-3-5 461) In the response curve of an amplifier, the bandwidth is:

C 3-4-6
A The frequency band corresponding to maximum gain less 3
decibels.
D 2-4-5
B The frequency band corresponding to maximum gain.

C The frequency band corresponding to maximum gain less


20 decibels.

D The frequency band corresponding to maximum gain,


increased by 10 kHz at each end.

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491) The type of brake unit found on most transport 465) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, 10 % of the passengers
aeroplanes is a: in a non-pressurized airplane must have an oxygen
supply reserve for the entire flight time when the cabin
A Drum type brake. altitude pressure is greater than:

B Single disk brake. A 10000 ft but not exceeding 13000 ft minus 30 minutes.

C Belt brake. B 13000 ft.

D Multiple disk brake. C 10000 ft.

D 10000 ft but not exceeding 13000 ft.


469) The turbine in a cold air unit (air cycle machine):

464) Oxygen systems are systems used on pressurized


A increases the pressure of the air supply to the cabin. airplanes in :

B drives the compressor in the unit and causes a pressure 1. an emergency in the case of depressurization.
increase in the conditioning air. 2. an emergency in the case of the indisposition of a
passenger.
C drives the compressor in the unit, creating a temperature 3. normal use in order to supply oxygen to the cabin.
drop in the conditioning air. 5. an emergency in the case of smoke or toxic gases.

D drives the compressor which provides pressurisation. The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is:

468) A Continuous-Loop-Detector-System is a:
A 2, 3

B 1,4
A Carbon dioxide warning system
C 1, 2, 4
B Fire fighting system
D 3
C Fire detection system

D Smoke detection system


471) The type of hydraulic oil used in modern hydraulic
systems is:

467) The air in a piston engine turbo-supercharger A mineral oil


centrifugal compressor :
B synthetic oil
A enters at the periphery and leaves via the eye of the impeller.
C vegetable oil
B enters at a tangent to the rotor and leaves via the stator.
D mixture of mineral oil and alcohol
C enters the eye of the impeller and leaves at a tangent to the
periphery.

D enters via the diffuser and is fed to the impeller at the 462) When AC generators are operated in paralllel, they must
optimum angle of attack. be of the same:

A amperage and kVAR.


466) The component that transforms the hydraulic pressure
into a linear motion is called ... B voltage and amperage.

A An accumulator. C frequency and amperage.

B A Pressure regulator. D voltage and frequency.

C An actuator or jack.

D A hydraulic pump.

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472) On a jet aircraft fuel heaters are : 456) Assume that during cruise flight with airconditioning
packs ON, the outflow valve(s) would close. The result
would be that:
A Located on the engines.
A the air supply would automatically be stopped
B Installed in each tank.
B the skin of the cabin would be overstressed
C Installed only in the center tank.
C the pressure differential would go to the maximum value
D not necessary at all.
D the cabin pressure would become equal to the ambient
outside air pressure
460) Cabin altitude means the:

455) In an engine equipped with a float-type carburettor, the


A flight level the aircraft is flying at. low temperature that causes carburettor ice is normally
the result of:
B flight level altitude at maximum differential pressure.
A freezing temperature of the air entering the carburettor
C cabin pressure expressed as altitude.
B compression of air at the carburettor venturi
D difference in height between the cabin floor and ceiling.
C low volatility of aviation fuel

459) A tubeless tyre has : D vaporization of fuel and expansion of the air in the carburettor

1- a built-in-air tube.
2- no built-in-air tube.
272) Smoke detector systems are installed in the
3- a crossed side casing.
4- a radial side casing.
A engine nacelles.
The combination of correct statements is:
B fuel tanks.
A 2, 4.
C upper cargo compartments (class E).
B 1, 4.
D wheel wells.
C 2, 3.

D 1,3.
463) It may be determined that an aircraft is not properly
bonded if :

458) A unit that converts electrical DC into AC is : A static noises can be heard on the radio.

A a thermistor. B a circuit breaker pops out.

B an inverter. C there is interference on the VOR receiver.

C an AC generator. D there is heavy corrosion on the fuselage skin mountings.

D a transformer rectifier unit.

457) The refueling in a transport jet aircraft is made ...

A Through the refueling cap of every tank

B By means of the aircraft suction pumps.

C By means of the aircraft suction pumps through a unique


point (an underwing refueling center).

D Through a unique point (an underwing refueling center).

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480) A tubeless tyre is a tyre: 486) Concerning the sequential pneumatic impulses used in
certain leading edge de-icing devices, one can affirm
1. which requires solid or branched wheels that :
2. whose valve can be sheared in sudden accelerations
3. whose mounting rim must be flawless 1 - They prevent ice formation.
4. which requires no rim protection between rim flange 2 - They are triggered from the flight deck after icing has
and tire removing device become visible.
5. which does not burst in the event of a tire puncture 3 - A cycle lasts more than ten seconds.
6. which eliminates internal friction between the tube 4 - There are more than ten cycles per second.
and the tire
The combination which regroups all the correct
The combination regrouping all the correct statements statements is :
is :
A 1-4
A 1, 5, 6.
B 2-3
B 3, 4, 5.
C 2-4
C 1, 2, 5.
D 1-3
D 2, 3, 6.

485) An aircraft is scheduled to fly from PARIS to


529) Thermal plugs are installed in: MARSEILLE at FL 390 and has the following
characteristics:
Maximum permissible number of passenger specified by
A cabin windows. the certificate of airworthiness= 230
Number of seats on board= 200
B cargo compartments. Scheduled number of passengers on board= 180
The minimum number of inhaler systems provided in
C wheel rims. the aircraft cabin should be:

D fire warning systems. A 220.

B 230.

488) The power of a piston engine which will be measured by


using a friction brake is :
C 200.

A Heat loss power. D 180.

B Indicated horse power.


484) In order to enable a fire to be controlled as quickly as
C Brake horse power. possible, the fire detectors are located in the highest
risk compartments. Theses compartments are :
D Friction horse power.
1. the main landing gear wheel wells
2. the fuel tanks
3. the oil tanks
487) The resistors R1 and R2 are connected in parallel. The 4. the auxiliary power unit
value of the equivalent resistance (Req) so obtained is 5. around the engines
given by the following formula:
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
A Req = R1 x R2 is:

B 1/Req = 1/(R1 + R2) A 1,4,5

C 1/Req = 1/R1 + 1/R2 B 2,3

D Req = R1 + R2 C 2,5

D 1,2,3,4,5

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483) A feeder fault on a direct current circuit results from a 479) DURALUMIN alloys :
flux unbalance between the:
1 have an aluminium-copper base.
A shunt exciter and the series winding turn. 2 have an aluminium-magnesium base.
3 are easy to weld.
B voltage coil and the series winding turn. 4 are difficult to weld.
5 have a good thermal conductivity.
6 have a poor air corrosion resistance
C voltage coil and the series winding.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
D generator and the series winding turn. is :

A 1,3,6
470) The fuel crossfeed system:
B 2,3,6

A allows feeding of any engine from any fuel tank.


C 1,4,5

B is only used to feed an engine from the tank of the opposite D 2,4,5
wing.

C is only used on the ground for fuel transfer from one tank to
another. 478) In a gas turbine engine, the maximum gas temperature
is attained:
D is only used in flight for fuel transfer from one tank to
another. A in the cooling airflow around the flame tube.

B at the entry to the exhaust unit.


481) When the combustion gases pass through a turbine the :
C within the combustion chamber.
A pressure drops.
D across the turbine.
B pressure rises.

C velocity decreases. 477) For a fan jet engine, the by-pass ratio is the:

D temperature increases.
A external airflow mass divided by the internal airflow mass

B internal airflow mass divided by the external airflow mass


490) In a bootstrap cooling system the supply air is first :
C internal airflow mass divided by the fuelflow mass
A passed across an expansion turbine, then directly to the
heat exchanger. D fuelflow mass divided by the internal airflow mass

B used to increase the cabin air supply pressure when the


charge pressure is too low.
476) Batteries are rated in :
C compressed, passed through a secondary heat exchanger,
and then across an expansion turbine. A Amperes.hours.

D passed across an expansion turbine, then compressed and


B Amperes/volts.
passed through a secondary heat exchanger.

C Watts.

D Ohms.

475) Usually, electric heating for ice protection is used on:

A Fin leading edges.

B Pitot tubes.

C Elevator leading edges.

D Slat leading edges.

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474) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger 582) Load shedding means ..
seating configuration is 401 to 500 seats must be
equipped with at least:
A Reduction of airloads on the flaps by means of the flap load
A 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the relief value
passenger compartment.
B A procedure used in control systems to reduce the stick
B 7 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the forces
passenger compartment.
C Temporarily or permanent switching off of certain electric
users to avoid overload of electric generators
C 8 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
D To leave behind extra cargo if the centre of gravity moves
D 6 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the outside limits
passenger compartment.

581) In a pressurized transport aircraft, the protective


473) When changing power on engines equipped with breathing equipment:
constant-speed propeller, engine overload is avoided by
: A protects the members of the crew against the effects of
accidental depressurization.
A adjusting Fuel Flow before the manifold pressure.
B protects the members of the crew against fumes and
noxious gases.
B reducing the RPM before reducing the manifold pressure.
C gives medical assistance to certain passengers with
C increasing the manifold pressure before increasing the RPM. respiratory disorders.

D increasing the RPM before increasing the manifold pressure. D protects all the occupants against the effects of accidental
depressurization.

482) The ice protection system currently used for the most
modern jet aeroplanes is the 580) The conditions which can cause knocking are :

A Electrical de-icing system. A High manifold pressure and low revolutions per minute.

B Hot air system. B High manifold pressure and high revolutions per minute.

C Pneumatic system with expandable boots. C Low manifold pressure and high revolutions per minute.

D Liquid de-icing system. D Low manifold pressure and high fuel flow.

574) An impulse coupling used on a magneto for a piston 579) The kind of compressor normally used as a
engine is for supercharger is :

A advancing ignition timing A a hybrid compressor.

B quick removal and installation B a piston compressor.

C absorbing starting loads C a radial compressor.

D providing a retarded spark for engine starting. D an axial compressor.

566) If the ground wire between the magneto and the ignition 578) The capacitance type fuel gauging system indicates the
switch becomes disconnected, the most noticeable fuel quantity by measuring the:
result will be that the engine
A dielectric change between fuel and air.
A will not operate at the right magneto
B density variation of the fuel.
B cannot be started with the switch in the ON position
C resistivity variation of the fuel.
C cannot be shut down by turning the switch to the OFF
position.
D electrical resistance change.
D will not operate at the left magneto

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577) The disadvantages of a chemical oxygen source for the 573) On a normally aspirated aero-engine fitted with a fixed
passenger cabin are : pitch propeller :

1. a flow which cannot be modulated, A in level flight, manifold pressure will remain constant when
2. a heavy and bulky system, the rpm is increased by opening the throttle.
3. non reversible functioning,
4. risks of explosion, B in a descent at a fixed throttle setting manifold pressure will
5. poor autonomy. always remain constant.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements C manifold pressure decreases as the aircraft climbs at a fixed
is: throttle setting.

A 1, 3, 5 D the propeller setting is constant at all indicated airspeeds.

B 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
572) The reason for fitting thermal plugs to aircraft wheels is
C 2, 4 that they :

D 1, 2, 3, 5 A prevent the brakes from overheating.

B prevent heat transfer from the brake disks to the tyres.


584) A substance which may never be used in the vicinity or
on parts of an oxygen installation is : C release air from the tyre in case of overpressure.

A Grease D release air from the tyre in case of overheating.

B Water
571) If an engine fails to stop with the magneto switch in OFF
C Halon position, the cause may be :

D Nitrogen A defective condenser

B fouled spark plugs


575) The fuel supply system on a jet engine includes a fuel
heating device, upstream of the main fuel filter so as to: C excessive carbon formation in cylinder head.

A maintain and improve fuel heating power. D switch wire grounded

B ease low pressure pumps work by increasing fuel fluidity.


570) With which instrument(s) do you monitor the power
C prevent fuel from freezing in fuel pipes due to low output of an aeroplane fitted with a fixed pitch propeller?
temperatures at high altitude.
A RPM and EGT indicator.
D prevent, at low fuel temperature, the risk of ice formation
from water contained in the fuel. B RPM indicator.

C RPM and Fuel Flow indicator.


585) From the cruise, with all the parameters correctly set, if
the altitude is reduced, to maintain the same mixture the
fuel flow should:
D RPM and MAP indicator.

A increase
569) "Conditioned" air is air that has:
B decrease
A oxygen content increased.
C remain the same
B oxygen content reduced.
D increase or decrease, depending on the engine type
C been controled in respect of temperature and pressure.

D oxygen content regulated to a preset value.

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568) The secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) uses the 602) An aircraft with a pressurized cabin flies at level 310.
following wavelengths: Following a malfunction of the pressure controller, the
outflow valve runs to the open position. Given :
A decimetric.
VZc: Cabin rate of climb indication
B centimetric. Zc: Cabin pressure altitude
DELTA P: Differential pressure
C hectometric.
This will result in a:

D myriametric. A VZc decrease


Zc increase
DELTA P decrease
527) In a steep turn to the left, when using spoilers ...
B VZc increase
Zc increase
A The right aileron will descend, the left one will ascend, the DELTA P increase
right spoiler will extend and the left one will retract.
C VZc decrease
B The right aileron will ascend, the left one will descend, the Zc decrease
right spoiler will extend and the left one will retract. DELTA P increase

C The right aileron will ascend, the left one will descend, the D VZc increase
right spoiler will retract and the left one will extend. Zc increase
DELTA P decrease
D The right aileron will descend, the left one will ascend, the
right spoiler will retract and the left one will extend.
601) In computer technology, an input peripheral is a:

576) When altitude increases without adjustment of the


mixture ratio, the piston engine performance is affected A hard disk drive
because of a :
B diskette drive
A decrease of air density for a smaller quantity of fuel.
C keyboard
B decrease of air density for a constant quantity of fuel.
D screen unit
C constant air density for a bigger quantity of fuel.

D increase of air density for smaller quantity of fuel. 600) In accordance with the JAR-OPS, an airplane constituted
of only one passenger deck, equipped with 61 seats and
effectively carrying passengers, must be equipped with :
593) The state in which the breathing oxygen for the cockpit
of jet transport aeroplanes is stored is : A 1 megaphone.

A Chemical compound. B 2 megaphones.

B Liquid. C 2 megaphones if there are more than 31 passengers on


board.
C Gaseous or chemical compound..
D no megaphone.
D Gaseous.

599) On large aeroplanes equipped with power brakes, the


main source of power is derived from :

A the brake actuators.

B the aeroplane's hydraulic system.

C the master cylinders.

D pressure to the rudder pedals.

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598) An impulse turbine is a turbine in which the expansion 594) The reason for the fact that an aeroplane designed for
takes place: long distances cannot simply be used for short haul
flights at higher frequencies is that
A in order to produce a degree of jet propulsion < 1/2.
A the lifetime of the fatigue sensitive parts has been based on
B fully in the stator. a determined load spectrum

B the procedures and checklists for this kind of aeroplanes will


C fully in the rotor.
take too much time
D in the stator and in the rotor. C these aeroplanes often consume too much fuel on short haul
flights.

597) When quick donning masks are in use, the pilot is:
D in that case some fuel tanks remain empty during the whole
flight, which stresses the aeroplane's structure in an
unacceptable way
A only able to transmit.

B not able to do any radio communication. 565) When TAS increases, the pitch angle of a constant
speed propeller (RPM and MAP levers are not moved) :
C able to radiotelephone.
A reduces.
D only able to receive.
B first reduces and after a short time increases to its previous
value.

596) The modern anti-skid processes are based on the use of C stays constant.
a computer whose input data is:
D increases.
1. idle wheel speed (measured)
2. braked wheel speed (measured)
3. brake temperature (measured)
4. desired idle wheel train slipping rate 592) The chemical oxygen generator supplies oxygen for
5. tire pressure about :

The combination regrouping all the correct statements A 15 minutes.


is :
B 30 minutes.
A 1, 2, 4.
C 2 hours.
B 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
D 5 minutes.
C 2, 4.

D 1, 3.
591) Where in a hydraulic system might overheat indicators
be installed?

583) The conditions under which you obtain the highest A At the pumps.
engine power are :
B In the reservoirs.
A cold and humid air at high pressure.
C At actuators.
B warm and dry air at high pressure.
D At the coolers.
C cold and dry air at high pressure.

D warm and humid air at low pressure.


590) Tyre "creep" may be described as the :

A the increase in inflation pressure due to drease in ambient


temperature.

B the decrease in inflation pressure due to increase in ambient


temperature.

C gradual circumferential increase of tyre wear.

D circumferential movement of the tyre in relation to the wheel


flange.

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589) In most cases aeroplane piston engines are short stroke 536) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger
engines. This permits a : seating configuration is 7 to 30 seats must be equipped
with at least:
A lower fuel consumption.
A 1 hand fire-extinguisher conveniently located in the
B better piston cooling. passenger compartment.

B 2 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the


C cheaper construction
passenger compartment.
D lighter construction. C 3 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.

588) If air is tapped from a gas turbine HP compressor, the


D 4 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
effect on the engine pressure ratio (EPR) and the passenger compartment.
exhaust gas temperature (EGT) is that :

A EPR decreases and EGT remains constant. 567) In some aircraft, there is a protection device to avoid
the landing gear being inadvertently retracted on the
B EPR remains constant and EGT increases. ground. It consists of :

C EPR decreases and EGT increases.


A An aural warning horn.

D both EPR and EGT decrease.


B A warning light which is activated by the WOW (Weight On
Wheels) sensor system.

C A bolt.
587) The Instrument Landing System (ILS) uses the
following wavelengths: D A latch located in the landing gear lever.

A decimetric.
544) When an "open circuit" occurs in an electrical supply
B centimetric.
system, the :

C metric. A load as indicated by the ammeter will increase.

D hectometric. B loss of continuity will prevent its working components from


functioning.

586) When the pilot moves the mixture lever of a piston C fuse or CB should isolate the circuit due to excess current
engine towards a lean position the : drawn.

A amount of fuel entering the combustion chamber is reduced.


D component will operate normally, but will not switch off.

B volume of air entering the carburettor is reduced.


543) Real load sharing in a parallel AC system is achieved by :
C amount of fuel entering the combustion chamber is
increased. A monitoring the kVAR of each generator/alternator.
D volume of air entering the carburettor is increased.
B adjusting the torque on each generator rotor via the CSD
unit.

595) The function of a CSD in an AC generating system is to: C carefully secting the number of loads on the bus-bars at any
one time.
A vary generator rpm in order to compensate for various AC D controlling the generator field current.
loads.

B directly maintain a constant proportion between the rpm of


engine and generator.

C drive the generator at a constant speed.

D vary the engine rpm (within limits) to compensate for various


AC loads.

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542) A public transport aircraft is operated at FL 390. The 537) (For this question use annex 021-6736A)
total number of oxygen dispensing units and outlets in The schematic diagram annexed illustates a jack and
the cabin must be at least the same as the total number selector valve in a typical hydraulic system. Assuming
of : hydraulic pressure throughout :

A passengers. A the jack will move to the right due to equal pressure acting
on differential areas.
B passengers exceeded by 10%.
B a condition of hydraulic lock exists and no movement of the
jack will take place.
C seats exceeded by 10%.
C since pressures are equal, the jack is free to move in
D seats. response to external forces.

D the jack will move to the left due to pressure acting on


differential areas.
541) (For this question use annex 021-980A)
The diagram shown in annex represents a jet fuel
system. The fuel-flow measurement is carried out :
547) Which of the following qualitative statements about a
A in the fuel control unit (item 3). fixed propeller optimized for cruise condition, is true for
the take-off case? The angle of attack of the propeller :
B after high pressure pump first stage (item 2).
A blade is relatively high.
C after low pressure valve (item 1).
B blade is relatively small.
D after high pressure valve (item 4).
C airfoil section is negative.

D blades reduces to zero.


540) Which of the following factors would be likely to
increase the possibility of detonation occurring within a
piston engine ?
535) For take-off, the correct combination of propeller pitch
A using an engine with a low compression ratio (1), and propeller lever position (2) at brake release is :

B slightly retarding the ignition timing A (1) low (2) forward.

C using too lean a fuel/air mixture ratio B (1) low (2) aft.

D the use of a fuel with a high octane rating as compared to C (1) high (2) aft.
the use of one with a low octane rating
D (1) high (2) forward.

539) In a piston engine, turbocharger boost pressure may be


monitored by : 534) The Microwave Landing System (MLS) uses the
following wavelengths:
A both a CHT gauge and manifold pressure gauge.
A metric.
B both engine rpm readings and a manifold pressure gauge.
B hectometric.
C a manifold pressure gauge only.
C myriametric.
D a cylinder head temperature gauge (CHT), a manifold
pressure gauge, and engine rpm readings. D centimetric.

546) In order that DC generators will achieve equal load


533) Evacuation slide inflation is ensured by :
sharing when operating in parallel, it is necessary to
ensure that :
A a pressurized gas canister combined with the slide itself.
A their voltages are almost equal.
B the aircraft's general pneumatic circuit.
B the synchronising bus-bar is disconnected from the busbar
system.
C a manual pump, used when needed by the cabin crew.
C equal loads are connected to each generator busbar before
D pressurized air from the air conditioning system.
paralleling.

D adequate voltage differences exists.

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532) In a ditching situation, the passenger life jackets will be 555) The ABS (Auto Brake System) is being diconnected after
inflated : landing ..

A immediately on the opening of the exits. A by pilot action

B immediately on ditching. B automatically

C once the passengers are in the water. C at a certain low speed

D when leaving the airplane. D the system is always armed

531) A warning device alerts the crew in case of an excessive 564) A circuit breaker :
cabin altitude. This warning must be triggered on
reaching the following altitude:
A may be reset manually after the fault has been rectified.
A 14000 ft (approx. 4200 m)
B is self resetting after the fault has been rectified.
B 8000 ft (approx. 2400 m)
C can only be reset after major maintenance.
C 12000 ft (approx. 3600 m)
D can be reset on the ground only.
D 10000 ft (approx. 3000 m)

563) In the air cycle system the air is cooled down by


530) The cross-feed fuel system enables: expansion:

A of Freon in a heat exchanger.


A the supply of the jet engines mounted on a wing from any
fuel tank within that wing. B of Freon in the turbine.

B the supply of the outboard jet engines from any outboard


fuel tank. C in the turbine.

C only the transfer of fuel from the centre tank to the wing D in a pressure relief valve.
tanks.

D the supply of any jet engine from any fuel tank.


562) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, an airplane whose
maximum take-off mass exceeds 5 700 kg or whose
maximum approved passenger seating configuration is
452) The connection in parallel of two 12 volt/ 40 amphours greater than 9 seats and smaller than 200 seats must be
batteries, will create a unit with the following equipped with a:
characteristics;
A crash axe in the cockpit and a crow-bar in the passenger
A 24 volt / 80 amp hours compartment.

B 24 volt / 40 amp hours


B crow-bar in the cockpit and a crash axe in the passenger
compartment.

C 12 volt / 80 amp hours C crash axe or a crow-bar in the pilot compartment.

D 12 volt / 40 amp hours D crash axe and a crow-bar in the passenger compartment.

538) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger 561) Landing gear torque links are used to:
seating configuration is greater than 60 seats must be
equipped with at least:
A prevent the extension of the landing gear oleo strut rod.
A 4 HALON 1211 fire-extinguishers.
B maintain the compass heading throughout taxiing and take-
B 1 HALON 1211 fire-extinguisher. off.

C 3 HALON 1211 fire-extinguishers. C prevent rotation of the landing gear piston in the oleo strut.

D 2 HALON 1211 fire-extinguishers. D take up the lateral stresses to which the gear is subjected.

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560) The purpose of the venturi in a carburettor is to: 528) In a manually operated system, the cabin altitude rate of
change is normally controlled by :

A create a rise in pressure at the throat before the mixture A a rate of change selector.
enters the induction system.

B create the depression necessary to cause fuel to flow B the difference between the altitude selected on the cabin
through the carburettor jets. pressure controller and the aeroplane altitude.

C prevent enrichment of the mixture due to high air velocity C the difference between the barometric pressure selected on
through the carburettor. the cabin pressure controller and ambient barometric
pressure.
D ensure complete atomisation of the fuel before entering the
induction system. D the duct relief valve when operating at the maximum cabin
differential pressure.

559) To unfeather a propeller during flight you have to :


554) The fuel system boost pumps are submerged in the fuel
..
A gain speed so as to use the engine unfeathering pump.
A To prime the pumps.
B use the electric unfeathering pump.
B Because their efficiency is greater.
C manually release the blade latch.
C To shorten the fuel lines, so minimising the pressure losses.
D gain speed for aerodynamic unfeathering.
D To cool the pumps.

558) A public transport passengers aircraft, with a seating


configuration of more than 61 seats, must have in its 553) The air-conditioning pack of a present-day aircraft
passenger compartment(s), at least 3 portable fire- consists of several components: these include two heat
extinguishers including: exchangers; the primary exchanger (P) and the
secondary exchanger (S).
A 1 halon fire-extinguisher. The functions of these heat exchangers are as follows:

B 3 halon fire-extinguishers. A P: pre-cools the engine bleed air


S: increases the temperature of the air used for air-
conditioning of cargo compartment (animals).
C no halon fire-extinguisher.
B P: precools the engine bleed air
D 2 halon fire-extinguishers. S: reduces the temperature of the air from the primary
exchanger or from the pack's compressor.

545) The reason for having a low pressure fuel-cooled oil C P: warms up engine bleed air
cooler in a recirculatory type oil system is to: S: recirculates the cabin air, reducing its temperature.

A cool both the oil and the fuel.


D P: warms up engine bleed air
S: increases the temperature of air originating from the
compressor of the pack.
B heat the fuel only.

C cool the oil and heat the fuel. 552) What will happen to the geometrical pitch angle of a
"constant speed propeller" if the manifold pressure is
D cool the oil only. increased ?

A It will decrease so that the engine can increase


556) On an aircraft provided with resistance and capacitance
variation type fire detection loops, a fire alarm is B It will remain the same
initiated by a temperature increase detected:
C It will increase
A on at least one loop
D It will increase and after a short time it will be the same again
B at any isolated point of the loops or else generally on all the
loops

C only at an isolated point of the loops

D only in a uniform way along the loops

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551) The heating facility for the windshield of an aircraft is: 348) Ignition systems of piston engines are :

A Harmful to the integrity of the windows in the event of a bird A dependant on the battery.
strike.
B dependant on the DC-Generator.
B Only used when hot-air demisting is insufficient.
C dependant on the AC-Generator.
C Used only at low altitudes where there is a risk of ice
formation.
D independant from the electrical system of the aircraft.
D Used on a continual basis as it reduces the thermal
gradients which adversely affect the useful life of the
components. 356) As regards passengers oxygen in public transport
aircraft, information must be given to passengers
through a demonstration. If a flight is to be carried out at
550) The portable emergency beacons which are used after Flight Level FL 290, this demonstration must be
an emergency landing or ditching have a duration of : completed before :

A 72 h A the aircraft reaches FL 140.

B 48 h B the aircraft reaches FL 250.

C 24 h C take-off.

D 12 h D the aircraft reaches FL 100.

549) Low oil pressure is sometimes the result of a 355) A fault protection circuit in a fire detection system will:

A too large oil pump A activate an alarm in the cockpit and in the landing gear bay
for ground crew.
B restricted oil passage
B inhibit the fire detector when the detection line is connected
to ground.
C too small scavenger pump.
C activate the fire detection system when the detection line is
D worn oil pump connected to ground.

D automatically initiate APU shutdown and fire extinguisher


striker activation in the event of fire.
548) In a bootstrap cooling system the supply air is first:

A passed across an expansion turbine, then directly to the 354) Continuous loop fire detector systems operate on the
heat exchanger. principle that an increase in temperature produces :

B compressed, then passed across an expansion turbine A an increase in resistance


through a heat exchanger.
B a decrease in the reference current
C compressed, then goes through a heat exchanger, and
across an expansion turbine.
C a decrease in pressure
D passed across an expansion turbine, then compressed and
passed through a heat exchanger. D a decrease in resistance

557) An aircraft magneto is switched off by 353) A bus-bar is :

A opening the primary circuit A a device which may only be used in DC circuits.

B opening the secondary circuit B a distribution point for electrical power.

C grounding the secondary circuit. C a device permitting operation of two or more switches
together.
D grounding the primary circuit
D the stator of a moving coil instrument.

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352) The oxygen masks have dropped down from the 347) On an aircraft, the Krueger flap is a:
passengers service units. The oxygen flow starts :

A After the system has been switched on by a crew member A trailing edge flap

B after pulling the oxygen mask downwards B leading edge flap close to the wing root

C immediately C leading edge flap close to the wing tip

D only above FL200 D leading edge flap

351) The octane rating of a fuel characterises the : 346) The purpose of the proximity of the emergency
evacuation path marking system is to :

A quantity of heat generated by its combustion A mark only the exits at the floor level.

B fuel electrical conductivity B to be used only at night.

C the anti-knock capability C replace the overhead emergency lighting during an


emergency evacuation with a thick smoke.
D fuel volatility
D replace the overhead emergency lighting in case of failure.

454) In flight, if the constant speed drive (CSD) temperature


indicator is in the red arc the: 345) The moving part in an AC generator is usually referred
to as the :
A pilot must disconnect it, and the generator is not available for
the rest of flight. A oscillator.

B pilot can disconnect it to allow it to cool and use it again. B slip ring.

C pilot has to throttle back. C rotor.

D pilot must disconnect it and manually control the alternator. D stator.

349) When applying carburettor heating : 344) Discounting the possibility of leak, the level in a
hydraulic reservoir will :

A the mixture becomes leaner. A always remain the same.

B no change occurs in the mixture ratio. B initially increase with system pressurisation.

C the mixture becomes richer.


C increase as ambient temperature decreases.

D a decrease in RPM results from the lean mixture. D fluctuate with jack displacement and accumulator pressure.

359) In case of smoke in the cockpit, the crew oxygen 343) The number of manual fire-extinguishers, on board the
regulator must be set to: passenger cabin of an airplane, whose maximum
approved configuration for passenger seats is 31, is:
A 100%
A 1
B normal.
B 3
C emergency.
C 0
D on demand.
D 2

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342) A 3 phase AC generator has 3 separate stator windings 374) The richness of a fuel/air mixture ratio is the :
spaced at :

A 60°. A volume of fuel relative to the volume of air.

B 45°. B volume of fuel relative to the mass of the volume of air.

C 90°. C real mixture ratio relative to the theoretical ratio.

D 120°. D mass of fuel relative to the volume of air.

341) The main advantage of a constant speed propeller as 373) A turbo-fan cold air unit will:
compared to a fixed pitch propeller is a :
A decrease charge air pressure whilst causing hte
A lower propeller blade stress. temperature to rise in the heat exchanger.

B higher efficiency in cruising range. B cause a pressure drop as well as an associated temperature
drop in the charge air.
C higher efficiency in all operating ranges.
C not affect the charge air pressure.
D constant efficiency in all operating ranges.
D increase charge air pressure whilst causing hte temperature
to drop in the heat exchanger.

350) On the flight deck, an oil operated CSD unit is normally


provided with means of monitoring the:
372) In a free turbine engine:
A oil over-temperature and low oil pressure.
A its shaft may be connected to either a compressor or
B oil temperature and synchronous speed. another turbine.

C output speed and oil pressure. B the air enters the compressor via the input turbine.

D low oil temperature and low oil quantity. C the compressor and power output shaft are mechanically
connected.

D there is no mechanical connection between the compressor


366) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1, an airplane must be and the power output shaft.
equipped with equipment or systems at each emergency
exit that allow to reach the ground safely in the case of
an emergency when the sill height of the passenger
371) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger
emergency exit is higher than:
seating configuration is 301 to 400 seats must be
equipped with at least:
A 1,86 m.
A 4 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
B 1,89 m. passenger compartment.

C 1,83 m. B 6 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the


passenger compartment.
D 1,80 m.
C 3 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.

375) When two DC generators are operating in parallel, D 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
control of load sharing is achieved by : passenger compartment.

A the synchronous bus-bar.


370) When operating two AC generators unparalleled, the
B an equalising circuit which, in conjunction with the voltage phase relationship of each generator:
regulators, varies the field excitation current of the
generators. A must be 90° out of synchronisation.

C an equalising circuit which, in turn, controls the speed of the


B is unimportant.
generators.

D carrying out systematic load-shedding procedures. C must be synchronous.

D must be in opposition.

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369) The passenger oxygen mask will supply : 364) In hydraulic systems of large modern transport category
aircraft the fluids used are:

A a mixture of compressed air and oxygen or 100 % oxygen. A Vegetable oil.

B a mixture of oxygen and freon gas. B Water and glycol.

C a mixture of cabin air and oxygen.


C Synthetic oil.

D 100 % oxygen. D Mineral oil.

357) Connecting two 12 volt 40 ampere-hour capacity 363) In computer technology, an EPROM is:
batteries in series will result in a total voltage and
capacity respectively of : 1. a read-only memory
2. a write memory
A 24 volts, 40 ampere-hours. 3. erases its content when power supply is cut off
4. keeps its content when power supply is cut off
B 12 volts, 40 ampere-hours.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
C 24 volts, 80 ampere-hours. is:

D 12 volts, 80 ampere-hours. A 1,3

B 2,3

367) A CSD unit which has been disconnected in flight :


C 2,4

A automatically resets in flight providing engine rpm is below a D 1,4


given value.

B automatically resets at engine shut-down.


362) In a modern hydraulic system, "hydraulic fuses" can be
found. Their function is :
C may be reset on the ground only, after engine shut-down.
A To allow by-passing of a hydraulic pump in case it is subject
D may be reset in flight using the reset mechanism. to excessive pressure, without further damage to the system.

B To prevent total system loss in case of a leaking hydraulic


358) A test to assess the state of charge of a lead-acid line.
battery would involve :
C To switch to the secondary system in case of a leak in the
primary brake system.
A comparing the "on-load" and "off-load" battery voltages.
D To isolate a part of the system and protect it against
B checking the level of the electrolyte. accidental pollution.

C checking the discharge current of the battery "on-load".


361) The global output of a piston engine is of:
D checking the battery voltage "off-load". (global output = Thermal energy corresponding to the
available shaft/power over the total thermal energy
produced).
365) In the stator of a turbine, the speed V and static
pressure Ps vary as follows: A 0.30

A V decreases, Ps decreases. B 0.50

B V increases, Ps decreases. C 0.75

C V decreases, Ps increases. D 0.90

D V increases, Ps increases.

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360) The so-called "hot buses" or "direct buses" are: 289) A "fan" stage of a ducted-fan turbine engine is driven by:

A kept in operating conditions by an electrical resistance in the A the high pressure turbine.
case of energy failure.
B airflow drawn across it by the high pressure compressor.
B automatically connected to the battery if generators have
failed.
C the low pressure turbine.
C providing an alternative current.
D the high pressure compressor through reduction gearing.
D directly connected to the battery.

288) The ice protection for propellers of modern turboprop


aeroplanes works
338) A relay is :
A pneumatically.
A A switch specially designed for AC circuits.
B with hot air.
B An electrical energy conversion unit.
C with anti-icing fluid.
C An electromagnetically operated switch.
D electrically.
D An electrical security switch.

287) Airliners are equipped with oxygen systems. It can be


368) For a piston engine, the ideal fuel/air mixture said that :
corresponding to a richness of 1 is obtained for a weight
ratio of: A with setting on "NORMAL", the crew breathes a mixture of
oxygen / cabin air.
A 1/9 th
B the same circuit is used by the crew and the passengers.
B 1/10th
C the seals must be carefully greased to avoid sparks.
C 1/12th
D the passenger circuit never uses chemically generated
D 1/15 th oxygen.

286) The term "cabin pressure" applies when an aeroplane:


281) In a two generator system, a differential relay will ensure
that :
A is only pressurized in the area of the control cabin.
A generator voltages are almost equal before the generators
are paralleled. B has the ability to maintain constant any cabin differential
pressure.
B only one generator can supply the bus-bar at a time.
C has the ability to maintain a constant cabin altitude at all
C generator voltages are not equal, dependent on load. flight altitudes.

D one generator comes "on-line" before the other. D has the means to maintain the cabin pressure at a higher
level than the ambient pressure.

340) The tanks of a hydraulic system are pressurized:


285) (For this question use appendix )

A by an auxiliary system. On the attached diagram showing the power output of a


piston engine as a function of mixture richness, best
economy is at the point marked:
B by bleed air coming from the turbine-engine.
A 3
C in flight only.
B 4
D by the air conditioning system.

C 1

D 2

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284) A torsion link assembly is installed on the landing gear 279) A manual inflation handle:
to :

A absorb the spring tension. A serves to actuate inflation of a slide when automatic inflation
fails
B control the wheels. B serves to inflate a life jacket when the normal inflation
function fails
C lock the landing gear.
C operates a hand pump for manual inflation of a slide
D avoid rotation of the piston rod relative to the gear oleo strut.
D is generally not applied on slides.

291) In an aircraft equipped with a DC main power system,


AC for instrument operation may be obtained from : 278) The accessory units driven by the accessory gearbox of
a turbo-jet engine are the :
A a contactor.
1. tacho-generator N1
B a TRU. 2. tacho-generator N2
3. thrust reverser pneumatic motors
4. AC generator and its Constant Speed Unit (CSD)
C an inverter.
5. oil pumps
6. hydraulic pumps
D a rectifier. 7. high pressure fuel pumps

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


282) Ion detectors are devices used in aircraft for systems is :
protection. They detect :
A 2, 4, 5, 6.
A smoke.
B 4, 5, 6, 7.
B overtemperature.
C 1, 4, 5, 6, 7.
C fire.
D 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
D overtemperature and fire.

277) Compared to a tyre fitted with an inner tube, a tubeless


292) The function of a NOT logic gate within a circuit is to : tyre presents the following characteristics :

1 - high heating
A ensure the output signal is of the same state as the input 2 - valve fragility
signal. 3 - lower risk of bursting
4 - better adjustment to wheels
B invert the input signal such that the output is always of the
opposite state. The combination containing all the correct statements is:

C ensure the input signal is AC only. A 2-3

D ensure the input signal is DC only. B 2-4

C 1-2-3-4
280) The Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) has its own AC
generator which: D 3-4

A supplies the aircraft with three-phase 115-200 V, 400 Hz AC.


276) Fuel/air ratio is the ratio between the:
B is driven at constant speed throught a Constant Speed Drive
(CSD), in the same way as the main AC generator.
A mass of fuel and mass of air entering the carburettor
C is excited by its Generator Control Unit (GCU) as soon as
the APU starts up. B mass of fuel and mass of air entering the cylinder.
D must have the same characteristics as the main AC
generator so that it can be easily coupled with the latter. C volume of fuel and volume of air entering the carburettor.

D volume of fuel and volume of air entering the cylinder.

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275) The number of emergency exits in transport aeroplanes 378) (For this question use annex 021-4008A)
Reference should be made to the fuel sypply system
shown in annex.
A must be in accordance with the number of passengers on In flight, with center tank empty and APU operating, a
board. fuel unbalance is detected (quantity in tank 1 < quantity
in tank 2).
B must be arranged to allow all passengers and all crew Rebalancing of the two tanks is:
members to leave the aeroplane within 90 sec. through 50
% of the available emergency exits. A possible with "CROSSFEED" open and tank 1 pumps
"OFF" and tank 2 pumps "ON".
C must be arranged to allow at least 50 % of all passengers to
leave the aeroplane within 2 minutes. B impossible without causing the APU stop.
D depends on the decision of the manufacturer in agreement
with the operator. C possible with "CROSSFEED" open and tank 2 pumps
"OFF".

D impossible because there is no fuel in center tank.


603) To ensure that the fuel flow is kept directly proportional
to the volume of air flowing through the choke, thus
preventing the main jet supplying excessive fuel as
engine speed is increased, a carburettor is fitted with : 337) On detection of a persistent overvoltage fault on an AC
generator connected to the aircraft AC busbars, the on-
A an accelerator pump board protection device opens:

B a mixture control A the exciter breaker, the generator breaker and tie breaker.

C a diffuser B The generator breaker and tie breaker.

D a power jet C The generator breaker.

D the exciter breaker and the generator breaker.

283) The types of fuel tanks used on most modern transport


aircraft are:
336) The services connected to a supply bus-bar are
A Cell tanks. normally in:

B Combined fuel tanks. A parallel, so that isolating individual loads decreases the bus-
bar current consumption.
C Fixed built-in tanks. B series, so that isolating one load increases the bus-bar
current consumption.
D Integral tanks.
C parallel, so that isolation of loads decreases the bus-bar
voltage.
329) The primary reason for a limitation being imposed on
the temperature of gas flow is to :
D series, so that isolation of loads increases the bus-bar
voltage.
A ensure that the maximum acceptable temperature within the
combustion chamber is not exceeded.
335) Hydraulic fluids must have the following characteristics:
B ensure that the maximum acceptable temperature at the
turbine blades is not exceeded. 1. thermal stability
2. low emulsifying characteristics
C prevent damage to the jet pipe from overheating. 3. corrosion resistance
4. good resistance to combustion
D prevent overheating and subsequent creep of the nozzle 5. high compressibility
guide vanes. 6. high volatility
7. high viscosity

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


is :

A 1, 2, 5, 7

B 2, 3, 4, 5

C 1, 3, 4, 6

D 1, 2, 3, 4

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334) For an aeroplane hydraulic supply circuit, the correct 330) The water separator of an air-conditioning unit is
statement is : located at the cooling unit :

A the pumps are always electric due to the high pressures A inlet and uses an evaporation process.
which they must deliver (140 to 210 kg/cm²).
B outlet and uses a centrifugal process.
B the regulation system deals only with emergency operation
and is not applied to all hydraulic services but only those
considered as essential. C inlet and uses a centrifugal process.

C the reservoir constitutes a reserve of hydraulic fluid D outlet and uses an evaporation process.
maintained under pressure by a pneumatic back pressure
(air or nitrogen) and destined to serve as a fluid or pressure
reserve. 339) When a continuous element of a fire detection system is
heated:
D the security components comprise the filters, the pressure
relief valves, the by-passes, and the fire shut-off valve. 1. its resistance decreases.
2. its resistance increases.
3. the leakage current increases.
333) The pressurization of the cabin is controlled by : 4. the leakage current decreases.

The combination regrouping all the correct statements


A The cabin outflow valve. is :

B The cabin inlet airflow. A 2, 3

C The engine's RPM. B 1, 4

D The engine's bleed valves. C 2, 4

D 1, 3
332) From which flight level do the regulations require a
quick donning type oxygen mask for the flight crew in a
pressurized aircraft ? 328) The purpose of a battery protection unit is generally to
isolate the battery:
A FL 390.
1 - from the bus when the battery charge is deemed
B FL 100. satisfactory
2 - when there is a battery overheat condition
C FL 250. 3 - in case of an internal short circuit
4 - in case of a fault on the ground power unit
D FL 300.
The combination which regroups all of the correct
statements is :

290) Assuming a hydraulic accumulator is pre-charged with A 1 - 2 - 3 -4


air to 1000 psi. If the hydraulic system is then
pressurised to its operating pressure of 3000 psi, the B 1
indicated pressure on the air side of the accumulator
should be :
C 1 - 2 -3
A 4000 psi.
D 1-2
B 3000 psi.

C 2000 psi. 327) A pressurized aeroplane is operated at FL 300. It


undergoes a rapid decompression so that the pressure
D 1000 psi. in the cabin goes quickly down to the outside pressure
value. What happens concerning the oxygen system ?

A the oxygen masks are automatically presented to flight crew


members

B if the automatic mask presentation has been activated, the


oxygen will flow within the first 3 minutes

C manual override of the automatic presentation of passenger


oxygen masks is, generally speaking, not possible

D the oxygen masks are automatically presented to cabin crew


members and passengers

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326) Hydraulic fluids used in systems of large modern 331) Fuel pumps submerged in the fuel tanks of a multi-
airliners are: engine aircraft are:

A Mineral base fluids. A high pressure variable swash plate pumps.

B Phosphate ester base fluids. B centrifugal low pressure type pumps.

C Water base fluids. C low pressure variable swash plate pumps.

D Vegetable base fluids. D centrifugal high pressure pumps.

296) Cabin air for modern aircraft is usually taken from: 423) In a hydraulic braking system, an accumulator is
precharged to 1200 psi.
An electrically driven hydraulic pump is started and
A the low pressure compressor and from the high pressure provides a system pressure of 3000 psi.
compressor if necessary. The hydraulic pressure gauge which is connected to the
gas section of the accumulator, reads:
B the second fan stage.
A 1200 psi
C the low pressure compressor.
B 4200 psi
D the high pressure compressor.
C 1800 psi

295) The crash/fire axe is part of the safety equipment fitted D 3000 psi
to passenger aircraft. Its function is to :

A obtain forced access to a fire behind a panel and a general


415) The frequency of the current provided by an alternator
purpose tool during evacuation.
depends on...
B free exits in case of evacuation via the sides.
A its rotation speed
C activate a radio survival beacon by cutting off the red
B the strength of the excitation current
coloured top

D settle an escalating conflict with unreasonable passengers, C its load


who threaten flight safety.
D its phase balance

294) When a conductor cuts the flux of a magnetic field :


431) The operating principle of an anti skid system is as
A there will be no effect on the conductor. follows : the brake pressure will be :

B the field will collapse.


A Increased on the slower turning wheels.

B Decreased on the slower turning wheels.


C current will flow in accordance with Flemings left hand rule.

D an electromotive force (EMF) is induced in the conductor. C Increased on the faster turning wheels.

D Decreased on the faster turning wheels.

293) The equipment of an oxygen supply installation must be


kept absolutely free of oil or grease traces as:
430) During level flight at a constant cabin pressure altitude
A these substances mixed with oxygen could catch fire in the (which could be decreased, even at this flight level), the
presence of a spark. cabin outflow valves are:

B these substances could plug the oxygen masks filters. A fully closed until the cabin climbs to a selected altitude.

C these substances catch fire spontaneously in the presence B At the pre-set position for take-off.
of oxygen under pressure.
C Fully closed until the cabin descends to a selected altitude.
D the oxygen system would be contaminated.
D Partially open.

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429) During flight, the wing anti-ice system has to protect 433) The primary purpose of the bleed valves fitted to axial
flow compressors is to :

A the whole upper wing surface and the flaps. A enable an external air supply to spin up the compressor for
engine starting.
B slats and the leading edge flaps only.
B reduce the likelihood of compressor stall.
C leading edges only.
C control the acceleration time of the engine.
D leading edges, slats and the leading edge flaps.
D spill compressor air should the engine overspeed thus
controlling the speed.
428) In a generator, the Constant Speed Drive (CSD):

1- may be disconnected from the engine shaft. 424) The advantages of a gaseous oxygen source for the
2- may be disconnected from the generator. passenger cabin are :
3- is a hydro-mechanical system.
4- is an electronic system. 1. a greater autonomy,
5- may not be disconnected in flight. 2. no risk of explosion,
6- may be disconnected in flight. 3. reversible functioning,
4. easy storage and maintenance,
The combination regrouping all the correct statements 5. possibility to regulate flow.
is :
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
A 1, 2, 5 is :

B 2, 3, 4 A 1, 3, 5

C 1, 4, 5 B 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

D 1, 3, 6 C 2, 4, 5

D 2, 3, 4

427) A CSD of an AC generator may be disconnected in flight.


The primary reason(s) for disconnection are :
434) The trim tab :
A illumination of the CSD disconnect warning light.
A reduces hinge moment and control surface efficiency.
B slight variation about the normal operating frequency.
B reduces hinge moment and increases control surface
C low oil pressure and/or high oil temperature of the generator efficiency.
drive.
C increases hinge moment and control surface efficiency.
D excessive variation of voltage and kVAR.
D increases hinge moment and reduces control surface
efficiency.
426) An oxygen regulator has 3 controls :

- a power lever : ON/OFF 422) The disadvantages of axial flow compressors compared
- an "O2" lever : NORMAL/100% to centrifugal flow compressors are :
- an emergency lever : ON/OFF
1 - expensive to manufacture
Among the following statements, the correct proposition 2 - limited airflow
is : 3 - greater vulnerability to foreign object damage
4 - limited compression ratio
A with the EMERGENCY lever on OFF, in an emergency
situation, one cannot use the oxygen mask to breathe. The combination of correct answers is :

B the power lever on ON, and, the "O2" lever on NORMAL A 2-4
allows the oxygen to enter the regulator and enables
breathing of a mixture of air/oxygen according to altitude.
B 1-3
C the EMERGENCY lever on ON enables breathing of pure
oxygen at ambient pressure. C 1-2

D the "O2" lever on ON enables breathing of the over- D 2-3


pressure oxygen at a constant flow rate.

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421) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger 376) A stage in an axial compressor:
seating configuration is 501 to 600 seats must be
equipped with at least:
A has a compression ratio in the order of 2.1
A 6 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment. B is made of row of stator blades followed by a rotor disc

B 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the C has a compression ration in the order of 0.8
passenger compartment.
D is made of a rotor disc followed by a row of stator blades
C 7 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.

D 8 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the 425) A relay is :


passenger compartment.

A another name for a solenoid valve.


420) The purpose of the "Pressure Relief Valve" in a high
pressure oxygen system is to : B a unit which is used to convert electrical energy to heat
energy.
A act as a manual shut-off valve
C a device which is used to increase electrical power.
B maximize the charging pressure of the system
D a magnetically operated switch.

C relieve overpressure if the pressure reducing valve


malfunctions
442) Skip distance is the:
D reduce pressure in the oxygen reservoir to a suitable
manifold pressure for the regulator
A range from the transmitter to the first sky wave

419) The Ram Air Turbine (RAT) provides emergency


B highest critical frequency distance
hydraulic power for :
C wavelength distance of a certain frequency
A undercarriage selection and automatic brake system.
D thickness of the ionosphere
B flap extension only.

C flight controls in the event of loss of engine driven hydraulic 451) Spark plug fouling is more likely to happen if :
power.

D nose wheel steering after the aeroplane has landed. A the aircraft climbs without mixture adjustment.

B the aircraft descends without a mixture adjustment.


418) The type of hydraulic fluid which has the highest
resistance against cavitation is : C power is increased too abruptly.

A Water and glycol based fluid. D the engine runs at the authorized maximum continuous
power for too long.
B Synthetic fluid.

C Mineral oil based fluid. 450) Cabin differential pressure means the pressure
difference between:
D Vegetable oil based fluid (caster oil).
A actual cabin pressure and selected pressure.

B cabin pressure and ambient air pressure.


417) Generally speaking when the oxygen flows to the masks
in the passenger cabin, the system is activated by
C cockpit and passenger cabin.
A firmly pulling the mask towards the face, after the cover has
D
opened. cabin pressure and ambient air pressure at MSL.

B activating the relevant switch in the cockpit.

C firmly pulling the cover behind which the oxygen mask is


stowed.

D pushing the mask against the face and breath normally.

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449) The purpose of the first aid oxygen is to: 445) On a modern aeroplane, to avoid the risk of tyre burst
from overheating, due for example to prolonged braking
during an aborted take-off, there is:
A supply all the passengers in case of depressurization.
A the "Emergency Burst" function of the anti-skid system
B provide the flight crew with respiratory assistance after which adapts braking to the tyre temperature.
depressurization.
B water injection triggered at a fixed temperature in order to
C provide some passengers with additional respiratory lower tyre temperature.
assistance after an emergency descent following a
depressurization. C a hollow bolt screwed into the wheel which melts at a given
temperature (thermal fuse) and deflates the tyre.
D provide the cabin attendants with respiratory protection.
D a pressure relief valve situated in the filler valve.

448) On-board electrical systems are protected against faults


of the following type: 432) The Fan Markers uses the following wavelengths:
1. AC generator over-voltage
2. AC generator under-voltage
3. over-current A hectometric.
4. over-speed
5. under-frequency B myriametric.
6. undue vibration of AC generators
The combination of correct statements is : C metric.

A 1,2,4,6
D centimetric.

B 1,3,5,6

443) In a piston engine if the ratio of air to fuel, by weight, is


C 2,3,4,5,6
approximately 9:1, the mixture is said to be :
D 1,2,4,5
A weak

B too weak to support combustion


447) Which of these signals are inputs, at least, in the stall
warning computers? C normal

A Angle of attack, flaps deflection and EPR. D rich

B Angle of attack, flaps deflection, EPR and N1.

414) The minimum airborne equipment required for operation


C Angle of attack and flaps and slats deflection.
of a the VHF direction finder is a:
D Angle of attack and flaps and spoilers deflection.
A VHF transmitter-receiver operating in the 118 MHz to 136
MHz range.

446) A "hung start" is the failure of an engine to accelerate to B VHF compass operating in the 200 kHz to 1750 kHz range.
its normal idle speed. It may be caused by:
C VHF receiver operating in the 118 MHz to 136 MHz range.
A failure of the fuel to ignite in the starting sequence after the
engine has been accelerated to the required rpm by the D cathode-ray tube.
starter.

B an attempt to ignite the fuel before the engine has been


accelerated sufficiently by the starter. 441) Fire precautions to be observed before refuelling are :

C compressor surging.
A All bonding and earthing connections between ground
equipment and the aircraft should be made before filler caps
D the starter cutting out early in the starting sequence before are removed.
the engine has accelerated to the required rpm for ignition.
B Ground Power Units (GPU) are not to be operated.

C Passengers may be boarded (traversing the refuelling zone)


providing suitable fire extinguishers are readily available.

D Aircraft must be more than 10 metres from radar or HF


radio equipment under test.

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440) The purpose of baffle check valves fitted in aircraft fuel 436) On board present aircraft, the batteries used are mainly
tanks is to : Cadmium-Nickel. Their advantages are:
1. low risk of thermal runaway
A close the vent lines in case of turbulence. 2. high internal resistance, hence higher power
3. good charging and discharging capability at high
B prevent positive pressure build up inside the tank. rating
4. wider permissible temperature range
5. good storage capability
C prevent fuel movement to the wing tip.
6. sturdiness owing to its metal casing
7. the electrolyte density remains unchanged during
D damp out movement of the fuel in the tank. charging.
The combination of correct statement is:

439) A gaseous sensor/responder tube fire sensor is tested A 3, 4, 5, 6


by
B 1, 2, 5, 6, 7
A checking the wiring harness for faults but not the sensor.
C 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
B checking the sensor with pressurized gas.
D 3, 4, 6, 7
C heating up the sensor with test power connection.

D checking the continuity of the system with a test switch. 435) The skip zone of HF-transmission will increase when the
following change in circumstance occurs :

438) Assuming cabin differential pressure has attained the A Lower frequency and lower position of the reflecting
required value in normal flight conditions, if flight ionospheric layer
altitude is maintained :
B Higher frequency and higher position of the reflecting
ionospheric layer
A the pressurisation system ceases to function until leakage
reduces the pressure.
C Lower frequency ang higher position of the reflecting
B the outflow valves will move to the fully open position. ionospheric layer

D Higher frequency and lower position of the reflecting


C the pressurisation system must be controlled manually. ionospheric layer

D a constant mass air flow is permitted through the cabin.


444) The positions of the intake and exhaust valve at the end
of the power stroke are :
437) For internal cooling,reciprocating engines are especially
dependent on: A both valves closed.

A the circulation of lubricating oil B exhaust valve closed and intake valve open.

B a rich fuel/air mixture C intake valve closed and exhaust valve open.

C a properly functioning thermostat D both valves open.

D a lean fuel/air mixture


385) The airborne weather radar uses the following
wavelengths:

A myriametric.

B centimetric.

C metric.

D hectometric.

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416) If the profile grooves or the tread of a new aircraft tyre 389) During climb with constant Manifold Air Pressure (MAP)
are worn, the tyre can be: and RPM indication and constant mixture setting, the
power output of a piston engine :
A Repaired several times.
A stays constant.
B repaired once.
B increases.
C Never repaired.
C decreases.
D Used on the nose wheel only.
D only stays constant if the speed control lever is pushed
forward.
393) On a a normally aspirated engine (non turbo-charged),
the manifold pressure gauge always indicates...
388) Pre-ignition refers to the condition that may arise when :
A a value equal to the QFE when the engine is at full power on
the ground. A a rich mixture is ignited by the sparking plugs.
B a lower value than atmospheric pressure when the engine is
running. B the sparking plug ignites the mixture too early.

C a greater value than atmospheric pressure when the engine C the mixture is ignited by abnormal conditions within the
is running. cylinder before the spark occurs at the plug

D zero on the ground when the engine is stopped. D the mixture is ignited before the piston has reached top dead
centre.

392) If the frequency of the supply in a series capacitive


circuit is increased, the current flowing in the circuit will 395) In a piston engine, magnetos are used to produce the
: spark which ignites the fuel/air mixture. The operating
principle of magnetos consists in :
A decrease.
A accumulating in a condenser a low volt current from the
battery, reconstitute it as high voltage current at the moment
B remain the same.
the spark is generated.

C increase. B creating a brief high intensity magnetic field which will be


sent through the distributor at the appropriate time.
D be zero.
C breaking the primary current in order to induce a low amp
high volt current which is distributed to the spark plugs.

391) In very cold weather, the pilot notices during startup, a D obtaining a high amp low volt current in order to generate the
slightly higher than normal oil pressure. spark.
This higher pressure :

A requires an oil change.


386) A piston engine compression ratio is the ratio of the :
B is normal, if it decreases after startup.
A total volume to the swept volume.
C is abnormal and requires the engine to be shut down.
B swept volume to the clearance volume.
D is abnormal but does not require the engine to be shut down.
C total volume to the clearance volume.

390) The function of a constant speed drive (CSD) in an AC D clearance volume to the swept volume.
generating system is to :

A drive the generator at a constant speed.

B vary generator rpm in order to compensate for various AC


loads.

C directly maintain a constant proportion between the rpm of


an engine and a generator.

D vary the engine rpm (within limits) to compensate for various


AC loads.

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396) The elements specifically protected against icing on 381) An airplane whose maximum approved passenger
transport aircraft are: seating configuration is 61 to 200 seats must be
equipped with at least:
1) engine air intake and pod.
2) front glass shield. A 3 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
3) radome. passenger compartment.
4) pitot tubes and waste water exhaust masts.
5) leading edge of wing. B 2 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
6) cabin windows. passenger compartment.
7) trailing edge of wings.
8) electronic equipment compartment. C 4 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is : D 5 hand fire-extinguishers conveniently located in the
passenger compartment.
A 1, 2, 5, 6

B 1, 2, 3, 8 380) In transport aeroplanes overheat detection systems are


installed in the:
C 1, 2, 4, 5
A cabin.
D 1, 4, 5, 7
B fuel tanks.

384) A reverse thrust door warning light on the flight deck C tyres.
instrument panel illuminates when:
D landing gear bays / wheel wells.
A the reverser doors are locked.

B reverse has been selected but the doors have remained 379) The advantages of alternating current on board an
locked. aircraft are:
1. simple connection
C the reverser doors have moved to the reverse thrust position. 2. high starting torque
3. flexibility in use
D the reverser doors are unlocked. 4. lighter weight of equipment
5. easy to convert into direct current
6. easy maintenance of machines
The combination of correct statements is:
383) In a compressor stage of a jet engine, the sequence is:
A 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
A rotor - rotor - stator
B 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
B stator - stator - rotor
C 1, 4, 6
C rotor - stator
D 3, 4, 5, 6
D stator - rotor

273) In case of engine failure during flight the blades of the


constant speed propeller in a single engine aeroplane,
382) In a four-stroke piston engine, the only "driving" stroke
not fitted with feathering system
is :

A compression
A move in the highest pitch position by the aerodynamical
force.
B exhaust B move in the lowest pitch position by the centrifugal force.

C firing-expansion C move in low pitch position by oil pressure created by the


windmilling propeller.
D intake
D move in a certain pitch position depending on windmilling
RPM.

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387) The advantages of fly-by-wire control are: 411) A magnetic circuit-breaker is:

1. reduction of the electric and hydraulic power required


to operate the control surfaces A can be reset without any danger even when fault remains.
2. lesser sensitivity to lightning strike
3. direct and indirect weight saving through B is a system with a slow response time.
simplification of systems
4. immunity to different interfering signals C a protection system that has a quick tripping response.
5. improvement of piloting quality throughout the flight
envelope D permits an overcurrent limited in time.
The combination regrouping all the correct statements
is :
410) When a persistent top excitation limit fault on an AC
A 1 and 5 generator connected to the mains with another AC
generator, the overexcitation protection device opens:
B 2 and 3
A the exciter breaker and the generator breaker.
C 3 and 5
B the generator breaker.
D 1 and 2
C the exciter breaker, the generator breaker and the tie breaker.

D the tie breaker.


404) The thrust of a turbo-jet, at the selection of full power :

1 - equals the product of the exhaust gas mass flow and


the exhaust gas velocity 409) The Automatic Direction Finder uses the following
2 - is obtained by pressure of the exhaust gas on the wavelengths:
ambient air
3 - is equivalent to zero mechanical power since the A decimetric.
aeroplane is not moving
4 - is independant of the outside air temperature B centimetric.
The combination which regroups all of the correct
statements is : C hectometric or kilometric.

A 1-3 D metric.

B 1-2
408) In addition to the fire hazard introduced, excessive
C 2-3 priming should be avoided because :

D 4 A the gasoline dilutes the oil and necessitates changing oil

B it washes the lubricant of cylinder walls


413) Assuming a CSD fault is indicated, the CSD should be
disconnected : C it fouls the spark plugs

A on the ground only. D it drains the carburettor float chamber

B during engine operation only.


407) On a modern large pressurized transport aircraft, the
C at flight idle engine rpm. maximum cabin differential pressure is approximately:

D in accordance with the regulated voltage level of the AC A 13 - 15 psi


generator.
B 22 psi

412) The Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) uses the C 7 - 9 psi


following wavelengths:
D 3 - 5 psi
A hectometric.

B metric.

C centimetric.

D decimetric.

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394) In aviation, the reflection on ionosphere layers 401) 'Fail safe construction' is :
phenomenon is used in the following frequencies:

A UHF A A construction which is suitable for aerobatic flight.

B VLF B A type of construction in which the load is carried by other


components if a part of the structure fails.
C HF
C A simple and cheap type of construction.

D VHF D A type of construction for small aircraft only.

405) Under normal conditions (JAR 25) the cabin pressure 400) Spark timing is related to engine speed in the way that
altitude is not allowed to exceed: the:
A 6000 ft A faster the engine functions, the more retarded the spark is.

B 10000 ft B faster the engine functions, the more the spark is advanced

C 8000 ft
C slower the engine functions, the more the spark is advanced

D 4000 ft D faster the engine functions, the further past TDC the spark
occurs

377) On most transport aircraft, the low pressure pumps of


the fuel system are: 399) An aircraft electrical circuit which uses the aircraft
structure as a return path to earth, may be defined as a
A mechanically driven by the engine's accessory gearbox.
A semi-negative system.
B removable only after the associated tank has been emptied.
B single pole circuit.
C centrifugal pumps, driven by an electric motor.
C complete negative system.
D electro-mechanical wobble pumps, with self-regulated
pressure. D double pole circuit.

403) In computer technology, an output peripheral is a: 398) A cabin pressure controller maintains a pre-set cabin
altitude by regulating the :
A keyboard
A position of the outflow valve(s).
B hard disk drive
B mass air flow into the cabin.
C diskette drive
C position of the inward relief valve.
D screen unit
D position of the duct relief valve(s).

402) An artificial feel unit system:


397) In accordance with JAR-OPS 1 and if necessary, the
number of liferafts to be found on board an aircraft must
A is necessary on a reversible servodyne unit. allow the transportation of the entire aircraft occupants:

B is mounted in parallel on a spring tab. A in the case of a loss of one raft of the largest rated capacity.

C must be mounted in parallel on an irreversible servo-control B plus 10 %.


unit.
C plus 30 %.
D must be mounted in series on an irreversible servo-control
unit. D in the case of a loss of two rafts.

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406) When a bimetallic strip is used as a switch in a fire
detection loop, a fire alarm is triggered after a delay. The
purpose of this delay is to:

A delay the triggering of the fire extinguinshers and increase


their efficiency

B wait for the triggering of the second fire detection loop in


order to confirm the fire

C avoid false alarms in case of vibrations

D allow temperatures to equalise

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