Module - 14 (Propulsion)
Final Practice Exam Test
- What is the primary cause of engine vibrations?
- Excessive fuel flow
- Uneven airflow through the engine
- Imbalance in the engine's rotating components
- How does the engine’s variable nozzle assist in managing performance?
- By increasing the engine’s thrust output
- By adjusting the exhaust gas flow for optimal engine efficiency
- By controlling the temperature of the exhaust gases
- What happens when a jet engine experiences a flameout?
- The engine’s fuel supply is interrupted, causing the engine to stop producing thrust
- The engine overheats, causing the turbine to fail
- The engine produces excessive thrust
- What is the main purpose of a centrifugal compressor in a jet engine?
- To increase the temperature of the incoming air
- To increase the pressure of the incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber
- To reduce the speed of the exhaust gases
- What is a characteristic of a high bypass ratio turbofan engine?
- It is more suitable for supersonic flight
- It produces more noise than a low bypass ratio turbofan
- A larger proportion of air bypasses the engine core for increased efficiency
- What is the role of the engine’s oil filter?
- To assist in combustion
- To monitor fuel pressure
- To prevent contamination in the engine oil
- What is the primary advantage of using a turbofan engine over a turbojet engine?
- Higher speed
- Greater fuel efficiency
- Smaller size
- What is the purpose of the variable stator blades in a jet engine?
- To increase the airflow into the engine
- To reduce the temperature of the exhaust gases
- To control the airflow to the turbine
- What is the function of the engine’s thrust rating system?
- To provide thrust limits based on engine conditions
- To monitor fuel consumption during flight
- To control the speed of the propeller
- What type of engine is commonly used in commercial airliners?
- Piston engine
- Turbojet engine
- Turbofan engine
- What is the purpose of the engine's oil system?
- To lubricate the engine's moving parts and keep it cool
- To assist in combustion
- To provide power to the accessories
- What type of engine is typically used in supersonic aircraft?
- Turboprop engine
- Turbofan engine
- Turbojet engine
- In a jet engine, which component is responsible for extracting energy from the exhaust gases?
- Fan
- Turbine
- Compressor
- What is the function of the thrust reverser in a jet engine?
- To improve fuel efficiency during cruise
- To redirect exhaust gases forward to reduce the aircraft’s speed during landing
- To increase thrust during takeoff
- What is the function of the bleed air system in a jet engine?
- To supply compressed air for air conditioning, cabin pressure, and anti-icing
- To increase the engine’s exhaust velocity
- To cool the engine
- What does "N1" refer to in a turbofan engine?
- The speed of the turbine
- The speed of the compressor
- The speed of the fan
- What is the function of the engine’s power turbine in a turboprop engine?
- To increase fuel efficiency
- To drive the propeller
- To cool the engine
- What is the purpose of the FADEC system in modern jet engines?
- To manage engine performance and optimize fuel efficiency automatically
- To monitor the temperature of exhaust gases
- To cool the engine during operation
- What is a key feature of a low-bypass turbofan engine?
- It is more suitable for supersonic flight
- It has a larger proportion of air bypassing the engine core
- It has a smaller fan that produces less thrust
- What is the typical operational range for a turbofan engine?
- Low speeds and high altitudes
- High speeds and low altitudes
- Moderate speeds and moderate altitudes
- What is a common cause of engine stall?
- Rapid changes in airspeed or altitude
- Excessive fuel supply
- Insufficient air intake or compressor failure
- In a turbofan engine, what is the function of the fan?
- To compress the incoming air for combustion
- To create thrust by accelerating air around the core
- To provide power to the turbine
- What type of engine is commonly used in small general aviation aircraft??
- Turbojet engine
- Turbofan engine
- Turboprop engine
- What is the primary function of a jet engine?
- To generate lift for the aircraft
- To produce thrust by expelling exhaust gases at high velocity
- To convert fuel into mechanical power for propulsion