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How is oxygen separated from other gases in the air

By compressing and cooling air

Why must aviators breathing oxygen be Bone dry

Moisture in oxygen would freeze at high altitude's so oxygen must be bone dry to ensure proper operation of system

What are some warning signs of hypoxia

Blurred vision, shortness of breath, weak feeling, dizziness

What is the maximum pressure at which low-pressure gaseous oxygen cylinders are charge

450 psi

What color are low-pressure gaseous oxygen cylinders painted

Yellow

How are oxygen tubes color-coded

With bands of green and white cellulose tape

What to types of connections are used in the low pressure oxygen system

Pipe threaded connections and flare tube connections

What component reduces system pressure in a high-pressure gaseous oxygen system

A pressure reducer valve

What construction methods prevent high-pressure gaseous oxygen cylinders from shattering

Heat treated alloy wrapped with steel wire

What are two main types of oxygen regulators

A continuous flow(passenger)


A pressure demand type (combat aircraft)

What's a disadvantage of the continuous flow regulator as compared to other types

Wastes oxygen

The MD-1 oxygen regulator can be used with what types of oxygen systems

With high or low pressure gaseous or liquid oxygen system

In an emergency the pressure demand regulator can supply oxygen to what altitude

50,000 feet

What should system pressure be during an operational check of a regulator

Near normal operating pressure

What happens if the MSOGS concentrator fails

And oxygen caution light in the cockpit will turn on and automatically switch to the back up oxygen system

What's the temperature of liquid oxygen

-297°F

Why should liquid oxygen never be sealed capped or trapped in a container without a relief valve

It will rupture of the container

What factors are used to determine converter size

Crew number, mission to ration, type of oxygen regulation equipment used

What's the probable cause of frost appears on the outside of the LOX container

Vacuum loss

How are pressure control valves controlled

Spring loaded bellow assemblies

What's the primary purpose of the pressure closing valve

To maintain a constant head pressure on top of the liquid oxygen in the storage container

What's the normal position of the pressure opening valve

Closed

Why is it important to ensure there is no moisture in the Fill, build up, and vent valve

It may freeze in the event position

In what position should you manually place the build up / vent valve during a filling operation

Vent position

How are the check valves in quick disconnects operated

Automatically

What are two modes of operation in the supply sequence of the liquid oxygen system

The economy mode and demand mode

What technical manual covers the requirements for LOX systems inspection

-6 TO for the specific aircraft

What is the purpose of the bleed air system

To operate the pneumatic systems and components

What are the three sources of bleed air used for system operations on jet aircraft

Engines, ground air cart, APU

What are the three sources of bleed air used for system operations on jet aircraft

Engines, ground air cart, APU

What equipment provides bleed air when the aircraft is on the ground when the engine shutdown

A ground air cart

What are the three sources of bleed air used for system operations on jet aircraft

Engines, ground air cart, APU

What equipment provides bleed air when the aircraft is on the ground when the engine shutdown

A ground air cart

List components of a bleed air system

Check valves, shut off valves, wing isolation cross over valve, flow control valves, pressure regulating valve's, bleed air ducting

What is the purpose of a ground air connection check valve

To prevent the escape of bleed air from the system

What is the purpose of a ground air connection check valve

To prevent the escape of bleed air from the system

What material is usually used for high-pressure /high temperature ducting

Stainless steel

What action should you take to ensure a good airtight seal when installing a V band clamp

Tap around the circumference of the clamp as it's tightened

What action should you take to ensure a good airtight seal when installing a V band clamp

Tap around the circumference of the clamp as it's tightened

Why should you install the bottom bolts on a bolted flange duct first

This form is a cradle and holds the gasket in place while you install the remaining bolts

What action should you take to ensure a good airtight seal when installing a V band clamp

Tap around the circumference of the clamp as it's tightened

Why should you install the bottom bolts on a bolted flange duct first

This form is a cradle and holds the gasket in place while you install the remaining bolts

What other materials can be used in the construction of a medium pressure/medium temperature ducting

Titanium two aluminum alloy

What type of lubricant can be used on beaded docked sleeves to aid in insulation

Water only

What type of lubricant can be used on beaded docked sleeves to aid in insulation

Water only

Where in the aircraft is molded fiberglass ducting used for distributing conditioned air

Cabin area

What type of lubricant can be used on beaded docked sleeves to aid in insulation

Water only

Where in the aircraft is molded fiberglass ducting used for distributing conditioned air

Cabin area

What's the purpose of gaskets

To make an airtight seal with most types of flange

What type of lubricant can be used on beaded docked sleeves to aid in insulation

Water only

Where in the aircraft is molded fiberglass ducting used for distributing conditioned air

Cabin area

What's the purpose of gaskets

To make an airtight seal with most types of flange

What's the most important reason for insulating ducts

To prevent heat damage to structural members, electrical wiring combustible material as well as hydraulic, oxygen, and fuel lines

What type of insulating material is fireproof

Fiberglass fabric blankets

What type of insulating material is fireproof

Fiberglass fabric blankets

What is the purpose of the rubber accordion boot wrapped around the duct between the sections of the insulation

This boot allowance for differences and expansion rates of the duct and insulation

What type of insulating material is fireproof

Fiberglass fabric blankets

What is the purpose of the rubber accordion boot wrapped around the duct between the sections of the insulation

This boot allowance for differences and expansion rates of the duct and insulation

What's used to lace the studs together in a metal foil blanket

Wire

What type of insulating material is fireproof

Fiberglass fabric blankets

What is the purpose of the rubber accordion boot wrapped around the duct between the sections of the insulation

This boot allowance for differences and expansion rates of the duct and insulation

What's used to lace the studs together in a metal foil blanket

Wire

What are the most common types of duct damage

Scratch, minor dent, major dent, gouge

Which bleed air duct system is subjected to the highest pressure/temperature

High pressure/high temperature

What is air conditioning

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

What is air conditioning

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

Does heat always move to cold or just cold always move to heat

Heat always moves to cold

What is air conditioning

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

The simultaneous control of temperature, humidity, and air distribution within the space

Does heat always move to cold or just cold always move to heat

Heat always moves to cold

While the aircraft is in flight, what controls the flow of ram air to the primary heat exchangers

Movable ram air inlets and exit doors that modulate in flight

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

What component uses centrifugal forced to remove moisture in the air that is caused by rapid cooling

The water separator

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

What component uses centrifugal forced to remove moisture in the air that is caused by rapid cooling

The water separator

What two forms of energy are essentially interchangeable

Pressure and temperature

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

What component uses centrifugal forced to remove moisture in the air that is caused by rapid cooling

The water separator

What two forms of energy are essentially interchangeable

Pressure and temperature

What happens to heat of the engine bleed air as it passes through the primary heat exchanger

Some of the heat is transferred to ram air

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

What component uses centrifugal forced to remove moisture in the air that is caused by rapid cooling

The water separator

What two forms of energy are essentially interchangeable

Pressure and temperature

What happens to heat of the engine bleed air as it passes through the primary heat exchanger

Some of the heat is transferred to ram air

What happens to the pressure of the engine bleed air as it passes through the primary heat exchanger

Almost no change

During low airspeeds or ground operation what induces cooling air flow to the primary heat exchangers when there's not enough ram air to cool the primary heat exchangers

Ejectors

What consists of a centrifugal Air compressor and an expansion turbine, and is often known as a pack

Air cycle machine

Why would some of the outlet air from the primary heat exchanger need to bypass the air cycle machine

If cabin temperature controls call for warmer air

What component provides an additional stage of cooling after the bleed air has left the primary heat exchanger and the air cycle machine

Secondary heat exchanger

What is the primary purpose of the refrigeration bypass valve

To prevent water from freezing in the water separator

What component uses centrifugal forced to remove moisture in the air that is caused by rapid cooling

The water separator

What two forms of energy are essentially interchangeable

Pressure and temperature

What happens to heat of the engine bleed air as it passes through the primary heat exchanger

Some of the heat is transferred to ram air

What happens to the pressure of the engine bleed air as it passes through the primary heat exchanger

Almost no change

What happens to the air as it enters the compressor of the air cycle machine

The pressure increases and therefore the temperature increases

The refrigeration bypass valve opens so that warm air can mix with the air in the water separator if the water separators outlet air temperature falls below what temperature

38°F

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

Why are two outs all valves use on aircraft with large crew areas

Because of the large volume of air to be relieved

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

Why are two outs all valves use on aircraft with large crew areas

Because of the large volume of air to be relieved

How can the dump valve be operated in case of electrical power failure

Manually

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

Why are two outs all valves use on aircraft with large crew areas

Because of the large volume of air to be relieved

How can the dump valve be operated in case of electrical power failure

Manually

What are the three features of the pressure controller

Isobaric, differential, rate controls

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

Why are two outs all valves use on aircraft with large crew areas

Because of the large volume of air to be relieved

How can the dump valve be operated in case of electrical power failure

Manually

What are the three features of the pressure controller

Isobaric, differential, rate controls

How is isobaric control maintained

Adjusting spring tension

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

What percentage of the earths atmosphere is nitrogen

78%

What component operates as a safety valve if the regulator fails

Outflow valve

Why are two outs all valves use on aircraft with large crew areas

Because of the large volume of air to be relieved

How can the dump valve be operated in case of electrical power failure

Manually

What are the three features of the pressure controller

Isobaric, differential, rate controls

How is isobaric control maintained

Adjusting spring tension

What types of pressure act on the differential controllers diaphragm

Control head and atmospheric

List the three pressurization ranges

Unpressurized range, Isobaric range, differential range

What's the isobaric range

8000 to 21,000 feet above sea level

Where does the differential range extend

From where the isobaric rain stops to the maximum altitude of the aircraft

What component opens and closes to control the amount of air leaving the aircraft pressurized area

Outflow valve

What is the approximate atmospheric pressure at sea level

14.7psi

The aneroid is fully expanded in the metering valve closed at what specific altitude

8000 feet

What to pressures are applied to the differential diaphragm

Control and atmospheric pressure

What section of the pressure regulator protects the crew from too fast a rise in cabin pressure

The rate control section

In addition to a regulator,two outflow valves, and a pneumatic relay, what other component is a part of the duel differential regulator

Dump valve

How is the rate control orifice size adjusted

Rate control knob

How is the rate control orifice size adjusted

Rate control knob

During a dive, what prevents damage caused by reverse flow of atmospheric air

The ball check valve

How is the rate control orifice size adjusted

Rate control knob

During a dive, what prevents damage caused by reverse flow of atmospheric air

The ball check valve

Describe the purpose of the manual control valve

It's used to manually set and regulate the control pressure if the automatic cabin pressure control fails

What happens if the pressure regulator test handle remains in the test position

The aircraft will pressurize on the ground

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

What causes a thermocouple fire detector system to activate

A rapid rate of temperature increase beyond normal engine warm up

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

What causes a thermocouple fire detector system to activate

A rapid rate of temperature increase beyond normal engine warm up

What are the three circuits in the thermocouple fire warning system

The detector, alarm, and test circuits

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

What causes a thermocouple fire detector system to activate

A rapid rate of temperature increase beyond normal engine warm up

What are the three circuits in the thermocouple fire warning system

The detector, alarm, and test circuits

How are the thermal couples connected in respect to each other

In series

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

What causes a thermocouple fire detector system to activate

A rapid rate of temperature increase beyond normal engine warm up

What are the three circuits in the thermocouple fire warning system

The detector, alarm, and test circuits

How are the thermal couples connected in respect to each other

In series

What does a photo electric detector cell consist of

A glass envelope, which is coded on the inside with infra read sensitive lead sulfide

Where are fire detectors normally placed on aircraft

Engine section, nacelle, or tailcone

How are thermal switchs connected

In parallel with each other and in series with warning lights

What causes a thermocouple fire detector system to activate

A rapid rate of temperature increase beyond normal engine warm up

What are the three circuits in the thermocouple fire warning system

The detector, alarm, and test circuits

How are the thermal couples connected in respect to each other

In series

What does a photo electric detector cell consist of

A glass envelope, which is coded on the inside with infra read sensitive lead sulfide

The amplifier of a photo electric fire detection system is sensitive to what frequencies

Between 7 and 60 Hz

What are fire detector sensing loops made of

A center conductor embedded in a semi conducting compound enclosed within a two

What are fire detector sensing loops made of

A center conductor embedded in a semi conducting compound enclosed within a two

How do you look good agents extinguish fire

By excluding oxygen from the fire area

What are fire detector sensing loops made of

A center conductor embedded in a semi conducting compound enclosed within a two

How do you look good agents extinguish fire

By excluding oxygen from the fire area

How will an insufficient nitrogen charge affect agent discharge

The cylinder won't have enough pressure to discharge properly

What is usually found at the lowest point of a fuel tank

A sump and drain

What is installed in fire aircraft fuel tanks that prevent fuel slashing and reduce the potential for fuel ignition or explosion if the aircraft is hit by enemy fire

Foam blocks

Which fuel tank type is made of a rubber or nylon material and conforms to the shape of the vacant cavity within the fuselage where it is

A bladder type fuel tank

What is usually found at the lowest point of a fuel tank

A sump and drain

What is installed in fire aircraft fuel tanks that prevent fuel slashing and reduce the potential for fuel ignition or explosion if the aircraft is hit by enemy fire

Foam blocks

Which fuel tank type is made of a rubber or nylon material and conforms to the shape of the vacant cavity within the fuselage where it is

A bladder type fuel tank

What type of fuel tank is not removable and is not self sealing

Integral

What is the primary purpose of a centrifugal pump

Pressurize the fuel manifold

What distinct advantage to center fugal type palms have over other types of pumps

They tend to run cooler because there's no contact between the rotating impeller and the stationary housing of the pump body