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What was the cause for the Boeing 737-MAX-8 aircrafts to get grounded in 2019?
It was the malfunction of the MCAS system that caused fatal accidents.
Name the structural stresses that affect aircraft.
tension, compression, shear, bending, torsion
What does the airframe of a fixed-wing aircraft consists of? (name at least 4)
fuselage, wings, stabilizers, flight controls surfaces, landing gear
What are the aircraft control surfaces in aircrafts? (name at least 3)
ailerons, elevator, rudder, spoilers, flaps, slats
What color are taxiway edge color lights?
blue
What is ICAO airport code and what is IATA code? Give one example each
ICAO code is 4 letters long, mostly for operational reasons and IATA is 3 letters long, and is used mostly for commercial purposes. examples: EPPO/POZ
What is an airside on an airport?
The airside of an airport is the secure area where aircraft operate — including runways, taxiways, aprons, and the gates.
What challenges can pilots face connected with airport location? Name 5 of them.
mountains preventing going around; curved approaches; constant crosswinds; sun glaring into eyes; trees producing rotors etc.
What is a “follow me car” and what is its function?
A brightly marked car at the airport that guides aircraft on the ground, especially when pilots are unfamiliar with the airport layout or visibility is poor.
Name three different types of landing gear configurations mentioned in aviation.
tail wheel gear (conventional gear), tandem landing gear, tricycle landing gear
What is the purpose of retractable landing gear?
To reduce parasite drag and improve aircraft performance.
What is a ground loop and which type of landing gear is particularly prone to it?
A ground loop is an unplanned, sharp turn while taxiing, taking off, or landing, common in tail wheel (conventional) gear aircraft.
Why does the tricycle landing gear improve forward visibility during taxiing compared to conventional gear?
Because the aircraft fuselage remains level, providing a clear view ahead from the cockpit.
How does tandem landing gear benefit military bombers like the U-2?
It allows flexible wing designs since the gear is located only under the fuselage.
What components are usually included in the landing gear system besides wheels? Name at least 3.
shock absorbers, brakes, retracting mechanisms, controls, warning devices, fairings, and structural members
Explain the advantage of using wheel fairings (wheel pants) on aircraft with fixed landing gear.
They reduce aerodynamic drag, improving speed and efficiency.
