A&P Airframe Oral/ Practical 9

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What is the purpose of a torque link on an oleo strut?: To keep the wheel in alignment and prevent the piston from coming out of the cylinder

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Before a brake system can be inspected for leaks, what action must be accomplished?: Pressure must be applied to the system

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A landing gear shock strut should be inflated with what gas?: Nitrogen or dry air What conditions should a mechanic look for during a regular inspection of the exposed piston section of a landing gear?: Cleanliness, evidence of damage, and proper extension

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What maintenance function has the greatest impact on tire service life?: Ensuring that the tires are properly inflated What effect does under-inflation have on aircraft tires?: Internal heat damage possibly leading to premature tire failure, and more tread wear on the shoulders than in the center

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What prevents air from leaking out between the two halves of a split wheel assembly?: An O-ring Why are fusible plugs installed on some aircraft wheels?: To release the pressure generated by heat build-up before tire blows

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What safety precaution must be taken when removing a wheel from an axle or when disassembling a wheel?: Verify that the tire is completely deflated before removing a wheel from an axle or before wheel disassembly

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What are the visible signs of excessive heating on a wheel bearing?: The bearing surfaces show discoloration How are the pilot's nose wheel steering commands transmitted to the steering control unit of a large aircraft?: Steering signals may be transmitted mechanically, electrically, or hydraulically

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How is the nose wheel steering mechanism usually actuated on a small aircraft?: By means of a mechanical leakage connected to the rudder pedals

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What is the name of the unti that prevents a nose wheel from vibrating or oscillating?: A shimmy damper What are the most common sources of power used to extend and retract landing gear?: Hydraulic pressure and electric motors

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At what times should a gear retraction check be performed?: During annual or other inspections and following a hard landing

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What mechanism ensures that a nose wheel is not turned as it retracts into its wheelwell?: Internal centering cams in the strut or an external track

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Name several types of brake actuating systems: Independent master cylinders, boosted brakes, and powercontrolled brakes

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What is the function of an anti-skid system?: Anti-skid systems allow large aircraft to achieve maximum braking effectiveness without allowing wheels to skid or lock

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What is the purpose of a debooster?: To reduce hydraulic system high pressure to a lower value for more satisfactory brake action

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Describe two methods of bleeding brakes.: A pressure pot can be attached to the bleeder valve and fluid forced back towards the master cylinder can be used for forcing fluid from the reservoir to the brakes