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11.05.1. Instruments/Avionic Systems - Instrument Systems (ATA 31).

Question Number.    1.    Which of these barometric instruments uses a restrictor to compute its output?.       
Option A.    Machmeter.   
Option B.    VSI.   
Option C.    ASI.   
Correct Answer is.    VSI.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    2.    Track altitude in a radio altimeter system begins at.       
Option A.    2 500 ft radio alt.   
Option B.    1 000 ft radio alt.   
Option C.    10 000 ft radio alt.   
Correct Answer is.    2 500 ft radio alt.   
Explanation.    Jeppesen Avionics Fundamentals Page 223.   

Question Number.    3.    What is the maximum radio altimeter track altitude?.       
Option A.    500 ft.   
Option B.    2,500 ft.   
Option C.    10,000 ft.   
Correct Answer is.    2,500 ft.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Electricity and Electronics, Eismin p323-324.   

Question Number.    4.    An ECAM system is tested under the following conditions:-.       
Option A.    Aircraft on the ground with one engine running.   
Option B.    Aircraft in the air with both engines running.   
Option C.    Aircraft on the ground with parking brake set/on.   
Correct Answer is.    Aircraft on the ground with parking brake set/on.   
Explanation.    Pallett Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Page 391.   

Question Number.    5.    Which instrument are most likely to damage if you have a rapid drop in pressure, when carrying
out a pitot-static leak check?.       
Option A.    Altimeter.   
Option B.    vertical speed indicator.   
Option C.    Air speed indicator.   
Correct Answer is.    Altimeter.   
Explanation.    Altimeter is most sensitive to rapid pressure changes.   

Question Number.    6.    The runway heading is.       

Option A.    QFU.   
Option B.    QDM.   
Option C.    QDR.   
Correct Answer is.    QFU.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www2.tky.3web.ne.jp/~jahfa/kokuningen/Q.html

Question Number.    7.    Apparent drift of a vertical gyro is a function of.       
Option A.    tan of latitude.   
Option B.    cos of latitude.   
Option C.    sin of latitude.   
Correct Answer is.    cos of latitude.   
Explanation.    Pallett Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Page 103.   

Question Number.    8.    A machmeter works.       

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Option A.    always.   
Option B.    above 10,000 ft.   
Option C.    always except on the ground.   
Correct Answer is.    always.   
Explanation.    Pallett Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Page 45.   

Question Number.    9.    Radio marker information is displayed on.       

Option A.    ADI.   
Option B.    EICAS.   
Option C.    HIS.   
Correct Answer is.    ADI.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Electricity and Avionics (5th Edition) Eismin Page 358.   

Question Number.    10.    Angle of Attack alarm is sounding too close to stall. Rectification is to.       
Option A.    move probe down.   
Option B.    move probe up.   
Option C.    move probe laterally.   
Correct Answer is.    move probe up.   
Explanation.    Move probe up, closer to the Leading Edge stagnation point, so it operates sooner.   

Question Number.    11.    Where is alpha angle used?.       

Option A.    IRS.   
Option B.    Accelerometer.   
Option C.    Angle of attack.   
Correct Answer is.    Angle of attack.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instrument and Integrated Systems - Pallett Page 73.   

Question Number.    12.    Where is the spinup/rundown brake on a gyro instrument?.       
Option A.    Outer gimbal.   
Option B.    Rotating vane.   
Option C.    Inner gimbal.   
Correct Answer is.    Inner gimbal.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    13.    On replacing a pre-indexed flux valve you would.       
Option A.    align the aircraft onto its A coefficient so that no error is induced.   
Option B.    fit the serviceable pre indexed flux valve into the same position as the unserviceable pre-indexed flux valve
was removed from.   
Option C.    carry out a check swing after fitment.   
Correct Answer is.    fit the serviceable pre indexed flux valve into the same position as the unserviceable pre-indexed flux
valve was removed from.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    14.    In Airways flying, what is the barometric scale of the altimeter set to?.       
Option A.    1013.25.   
Option B.    QNH.   
Option C.    QFE.   
Correct Answer is.    1013.25.   
Explanation.    1013.25 mb or QNE. A & P Technician Airframe Textbook Chap III page 592.   

Question Number.    15.    Vibration monitoring signals are sent.       

Option A.    via a signal conditioner to the gauge.   
Option B.    via a half-wave rectifier to the gauge.   
Option C.    direct to the gauge.   
Correct Answer is.    via a signal conditioner to the gauge.   
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Explanation.    Jeppesen Aircraft Instruments and Avionics Page 90.   

Question Number.    16.    The vacuum system gauge reads 5 inches of mercury. This is from.       
Option A.    zero and minus.   
Option B.    ambient and minus.   
Option C.    zero and positive.   
Correct Answer is.    ambient and minus.   
Explanation.    The 5 inches Hg refers to the 'suction' from ambient.   

Question Number.    17.    A direct reading Bourdon gauge has a restriction in the inlet. This is to.       
Option A.    prevent FOD ingestion.   
Option B.    dampen sudden pressure changes.   
Option C.    allow for calibration.   
Correct Answer is.    dampen sudden pressure changes.   
Explanation.    The restriction is to damp out surges in pressure.   

Question Number.    18.    The hot junction of thermocouple is.       

Option A.    in the combustion chamber.   
Option B.    in the instrument.   
Option C.    aft of combustion chamber.   
Correct Answer is.    aft of combustion chamber.   
Explanation.    The hot junction is the sensor, aft of the combustion chamber.   

Question Number.    19.    When a rad. alt. reaches 2,500 ft. what happens to the display?.       
Option A.    Rad. alt. flag in view.   
Option B.    Rad. alt. goes out of view.   
Option C.    Error warning in view.   
Correct Answer is.    Rad. alt. goes out of view.   
Explanation.    Jeppesen Aircraft Radio Systems Page 195.   

Question Number.    20.    Pitot tubes are heated.       

Option A.    by compressed bleed air.   
Option B.    electrically.   
Option C.    by kinetic heating.   
Correct Answer is.    electrically.   
Explanation.    CAIPs AL/10-1 Para 3.2.   

Question Number.    21.    The suction gauge reads 5 inches of mercury. This is.       
Option A.    above zero pressure.   
Option B.    below ambient pressure.   
Option C.    above ambient pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    below ambient pressure.   
Explanation.    The 5 inches Hg refers to the 'suction' from ambient.   

Question Number.    22.    What are the primary colours for use in CRT displays?.       
Option A.    Yellow, cyan, magenta.   
Option B.    Red, blue, green.   
Option C.    Red, blue, yellow.   
Correct Answer is.    Red, blue, green.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems, Pallett Page 290.   

Question Number.    23.    Alpha vane signal could be fed to _________________ ________________ when close to stall.   
   
Option A.    flap position.   
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Option B.    fast/slow switch.   
Option C.    thrust levers.   
Correct Answer is.    thrust levers.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    24.    When performing maintenance operations on an aircraft equipped with RVSM system, and a quick
release disconnect connection is disturbed.       
Option A.    a full test of the system should be carried out.   
Option B.    a full test of the system should be carried out only if the aircraft manufacturer recommends to do so.   
Option C.    the allowances for the system should be halved.   
Correct Answer is.    a full test of the system should be carried out.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www2.eur-rvsm.com/library.htm PAra.8.3

Question Number.    25.    For aircraft certificated after 1997 and with RVSM, the maximum tolerance for the system would
be.       
Option A.    +/- 300 feet plus +/- 50 feet for instrument errors.   
Option B.    +/- 500 feet for the system overall.   
Option C.    +/- 200 feet plus +/- 50 feet for instrument error.   
Correct Answer is.    +/- 200 feet plus +/- 50 feet for instrument error.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www2.eur-rvsm.com/library.htm PAra.8.3

Question Number.    26.    The HSI provides information on.       

Option A.    VOR, ILS, map, radar, attitude.   
Option B.    VOR, plan, map, ILS, radar.   
Option C.    VOR, ILS, plan, attitude.   
Correct Answer is.    VOR, plan, map, ILS, radar.   
Explanation.    Attitude is on the EADI.   

Question Number.    27.    The sensing element of the flux valve.       
Option A.    aligns itself to the new heading as the aircraft turns.   
Option B.    remains in the same position attached to the aircraft structure.   
Option C.    aligns itself to the new heading of the aircraft after it has stabilised.   
Correct Answer is.    remains in the same position attached to the aircraft structure.   
Explanation.    Jeppesen - Avionics Fundamentals Page 106-110.   

Question Number.    28.    In a compass swing: North error -2 degrees, South error - 2 degrees. The coefficient C is.       
Option A.    +2 degrees.   
Option B.    -2 degrees.   
Option C.    0 degrees.   
Correct Answer is.    0 degrees.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 page 6 table 1 (-2)-(-2)/2 = 0.   

Question Number.    29.    When aligning an aircraft for a compass swing, the maximum allowable error is.       
Option A.    5 degrees.   
Option B.    1 degrees.   
Option C.    3 degrees.   
Correct Answer is.    5 degrees.   
Explanation.    CAIPs AL/10-5 9 note.   

Question Number.    30.    The pitot head is fitted on the aircraft. The alignment of pitot head is carried out with.       
Option A.    spirit level.   
Option B.    an inclinometer.   
Option C.    micrometer.   
Correct Answer is.    an inclinometer.   
Explanation.    NIL.   
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Question Number.    31.    What kind of gyro is a rate gyro?.       

Option A.    Tied down.   
Option B.    Displacement.   
Option C.    Space.   
Correct Answer is.    Tied down.   
Explanation.    AL/10-2 A rate gyro has only 2 axis of freedom. Aircraft Instruments & Integrated Systems Pallett page
129.   

Question Number.    32.    A radio altimeter system can be self tested.       
Option A.    both on the ground only and in the air.   
Option B.    on the ground only.   
Option C.    in the air only.   
Correct Answer is.    both on the ground only and in the air.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    33.    The apparent wander for directional gyros is.       
Option A.    compensated by applying a constant torque.   
Option B.    maximum at the pole.   
Option C.    dependant on longitude.   
Correct Answer is.    compensated by applying a constant torque.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    34.    The Directional Gyro is checked every 15 minutes for.       
Option A.    erection.   
Option B.    toppling.   
Option C.    drift.   
Correct Answer is.    drift.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 192.       

Question Number.    35.    Random drift of a gyro is caused by.       

Option A.    error in roll when aircraft is turning.   
Option B.    aircraft turning with an error in roll.   
Option C.    gyro friction and unbalance.   
Correct Answer is.    gyro friction and unbalance.   
Explanation.    Automatic Flight Control Pallett and Coyle Page 104.       

Question Number.    36.    Standby Compass adjusting magnets (Flinders Bars) exert the most amount of influence.       
Option A.    when 90 degrees apart.   
Option B.    when parallel to each other.   
Option C.    when 45 degrees apart.   
Correct Answer is.    when 90 degrees apart.   
Explanation.    Angle between flinders bars determines their correcting influence.       

Question Number.    37.    With engine static and engine blanks fitted, EPR gauge reads just above 1.       
Option A.    Gauge requires re-calibration.   
Option B.    Transmitter is unserviceable.   
Option C.    This is normal.   
Correct Answer is.    Gauge requires re-calibration.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    38.    Coefficient A is adjusted.       

Option A.    at 360 degrees.   
Option B.    at 270 degrees.   
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Option C.    on any heading.   
Correct Answer is.    on any heading.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 9.2.7.       

Question Number.    39.    With an aircraft which has more than one compass system.       
Option A.    master adjusted, slave adjusted, each having a corrected compass card.   
Option B.    both are adjusted on each heading.   
Option C.    master and slave adjusted, correction card for master only.   
Correct Answer is.    master adjusted, slave adjusted, each having a corrected compass card.   
Explanation.    Al/10-5 9.2 Note.       

Question Number.    40.    A DC electrical cable must be positioned how far away from a compass?.       
Option A.    20 inches.   
Option B.    24 inches.   
Option C.    So as to give no more than 2 degrees deflection of compass.   
Correct Answer is.    24 inches.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 9.2.       

Question Number.    41.    Which pitot probe provides information to the captains instruments?.       
Option A.    Upper.   
Option B.    Lower.   
Option C.    Both.   
Correct Answer is.    Upper.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www.b737.org.uk/probes.htm   

Question Number.    42.    On the CWP, what does amber indicate?.       
Option A.    Present status.   
Option B.    Cautionary info.   
Option C.    Warning.   
Correct Answer is.    Cautionary info.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    43.    Which instrument shows Decision Height?.       

Option A.    ECAM.   
Option B.    HIS.   
Option C.    ADI.   
Correct Answer is.    ADI.   
Explanation.    Avionics Fundamentals Page 185.       

Question Number.    44.    Where does the HSI receive GND speed information from?.       
Option A.    Pitot static probes.   
Option B.    INS.   
Option C.    EICAS.   
Correct Answer is.    INS.   
Explanation.    Avionics Fundamentals Page 128.       

Question Number.    45.    When power is switched off, the gimbal brake.       
Option A.    stops outer gimbal.   
Option B.    restricts outer gimbal.   
Option C.    restricts inner gimbal.   
Correct Answer is.    restricts inner gimbal.   
Explanation.    Used for gimbal lock prevention. Energised off.       

Question Number.    46.    On an EADI the command bars show the.       
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Option A.    required flight path compared with horizon.   

Option B.    required flight path compared with aircraft position.   
Option C.    required flight path compared to planned flight path.   
Correct Answer is.    required flight path compared with aircraft position.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 212/213.       

Question Number.    47.    The airdata computer inputs to.       

Option A.    altimeter, FMC, secondary radar.   
Option B.    mach meter, standby altimeter, ASI.   
Option C.    cabin rate sensors, mach-meters, ASI, altimeter.   
Correct Answer is.    altimeter, FMC, secondary radar.   
Explanation.    FMC for nav. Secondary Radar is ATC transponder encoder.       

Question Number.    48.    What deviation is indicated by 2 dots in a VOR system?.       
Option A.    6°.   
Option B.    2.5°.   
Option C.    10°.   
Correct Answer is.    10°.   
Explanation.    (Note: VOR is 5° per dot. ILS is 2 1/2° per dot).    http://www.allstar.fiu.edu/aero/FltDirS.htm   

Question Number.    49.    How may the basic principle of the radio altimeter be described?.       
Option A.    As a series of radio pulses to the ground their frequency depending on the expansion or contraction of an
evacuated capsule and the deflection of an E and I bar transducer.   
Option B.    As a comparison of radio altitude against a barometric altitude referenced to ISA sea level (1013.25mb).   
Option C.    As a measure of the time between a RF pulse transmission and the reception of its echo from the ground
directly below the aircraft.   
Correct Answer is.    As a measure of the time between a RF pulse transmission and the reception of its echo from the
ground directly below the aircraft.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    50.    In a compass system, what senses the horizontal component of the earths magnetic field and
where is it normally fitted?.       
Option A.    Directional gyro mounted on the roll axis of the aircraft.   
Option B.    A precession device mounted on the yaw axis of the aircraft.   
Option C.    Flux detectors fitted in the wing tips.   
Correct Answer is.    Flux detectors fitted in the wing tips.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 182.       

Question Number.    51.    An RMI has inputs from VOR and.       
Option A.    a remote compass input.   
Option B.    an azimuth gyro.   
Option C.    no other sources.   
Correct Answer is.    an azimuth gyro.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 194.       

Question Number.    52.    In a modern HSI, the displays are.       

Option A.    course and direction.   
Option B.    course and attitude.   
Option C.    direction and attitude.   
Correct Answer is.    course and direction.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett page 303.       

Question Number.    53.    At what height does the rising runway appear?.       
Option A.    300 ft.   
Option B.    500 ft.   
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Option C.    200 ft.   

Correct Answer is.    200 ft.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Radio Systems Powell Page 199.       

Question Number.    54.    An H on the EHSI indicates.       

Option A.    ILS approach.   
Option B.    DME hold.   
Option C.    VOR hold.   
Correct Answer is.    DME hold.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Electricity and Electronics Eismin Page 358.       

Question Number.    55.    Compared to air driven gyros, the electric gyro runs.        
Option A.    faster.   
Option B.    slower.   
Option C.    same speed.   
Correct Answer is.    faster.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    56.    A pneumatic indicator takes its indications from.       
Option A.    compressor outlet.   
Option B.    compressor inlet.   
Option C.    reservoir.   
Correct Answer is.    reservoir.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www.gage-technique.demon.co.uk/instruments/readout-pneumatic.html   

Question Number.    57.    What is apparent drift due to?.       

Option A.    Errors when aircraft banking.   
Option B.    Earths rotation.   
Option C.    Gyro pivot friction.   
Correct Answer is.    Earths rotation.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 102.       

Question Number.    58.    An aircraft airspeed indicator has.       

Option A.    pitot to the capsule.   
Option B.    static to the capsule.   
Option C.    pitot to the capsule and static to the out side of the capsule.   
Correct Answer is.    pitot to the capsule and static to the out side of the capsule.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    59.    Above 2500 ft. the rad. Alt.       
Option A.    pointer is hidden behind a mask with off flag out of view.   
Option B.    continues to indicate but with a warning flag.   
Option C.    pointer goes to zero to show system is being monitored.   
Correct Answer is.    pointer is hidden behind a mask with off flag out of view.   
Explanation.    Avionic Systems: Operation and Maintenance Page 189.       

Question Number.    60.    How does a machmeter work?.       

Option A.    Indicated airspeed / temperature.   
Option B.    True airspeed and speed of sound.   
Option C.    True airspeed / indicated airspeed.   
Correct Answer is.    True airspeed and speed of sound.   
Explanation.    Kermode Mechanics of Flight 10th edition p339, and Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, Harris
Page 20.       

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Question Number.    61.    When changing a pitot static instrument with quick release couplings.       
Option A.    a leak check is not required.   
Option B.    a leak check is always required.   
Option C.    a leak check is only required if stated by manufacturer.   
Correct Answer is.    a leak check is only required if stated by manufacturer.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    62.    The flux detector element.       

Option A.    gives heading with respect to magnetic north.   
Option B.    changes heading with the heading of the aircraft.   
Option C.    changes it position after the aircraft heading is changed.   
Correct Answer is.    gives heading with respect to magnetic north.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    63.    If rate feedback in a flight director goes open circuit, position indication will.       
Option A.    oscillate.   
Option B.    be sluggish.   
Option C.    go hard over.   
Correct Answer is.    oscillate.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    64.    The needle of a resolver is connected to.       

Option A.    two coils and an electromagnet.   
Option B.    two coils and a permanent magnet.   
Option C.    two coils only.   
Correct Answer is.    two coils only.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    65.    If the compass fluid has bubbles at low altitude.       
Option A.    this is due to excessive high cabin altitude flying.   
Option B.    this has no influence on compass readings.   
Option C.    this is due to insufficient de-aeration.   
Correct Answer is.    this is due to insufficient de-aeration.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www.silva.se/files/compass.html#BUBBLES

Question Number.    66.    A remote compass compensator unit is replaced. Which of the following is correct?.       
Option A.    The swing can be performed at a later date.   
Option B.    No swing is required if the new heading is within 5 degrees of the old.   
Option C.    A compass swing must be performed.   
Correct Answer is.    A compass swing must be performed.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 10.   

Question Number.    67.    A compass has a residual deviation of +1 degree. To steer a true heading of 180 degrees the pilot
must steer.       
Option A.    179 degrees.   
Option B.    180 degrees.   
Option C.    181 degrees.   
Correct Answer is.    179 degrees.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 Table 1 columns 7 and 8.   

Question Number.    68.    How is a leading edge flap position indicated in the cockpit?.       
Option A.    Servomotor.   
Option B.    A measuring device.   
Option C.    Torque synchro.   
Correct Answer is.    Torque synchro.   
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Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    69.    In a Machmeter, what type of compensation is there?.       

Option A.    Hair spring.   
Option B.    Square-Law compensation.   
Option C.    Compensation is not required.   
Correct Answer is.    Compensation is not required.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    70.    What effect on the rate of precession will a change of gyro rotor speed have?.       
Option A.    No effect.   
Option B.    Decrease the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Option C.    Increase the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Correct Answer is.    Increase the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 33.   

Question Number.    71.    A gyroscopic body has its rigidity increased by.       
Option A.    decreasing the mass of the rotor.   
Option B.    decreasing the rotor speed.   
Option C.    increasing the rotor speed.   
Correct Answer is.    increasing the rotor speed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 33.   

Question Number.    72.    If a constant torque is applied to a gyroscope, the rate of precession.       
Option A.    is unaffected by changes in rotor speed.   
Option B.    increases with a higher rotor speed.   
Option C.    increases with a lower rotor speed.   
Correct Answer is.    increases with a lower rotor speed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 33.   

Question Number.    73.    Random drift of a gyro is caused by.       

Option A.    unbalance and bearing friction in the gyro.   
Option B.    rotation of the earth.   
Option C.    aircraft turning with an error in roll.   
Correct Answer is.    unbalance and bearing friction in the gyro.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 33 (Real Drift).   

Question Number.    74.    A pendulous vane type erection system fitted to a gyro horizon works on the principle of.       
Option A.    increased reaction of the air from a bisected port.   
Option B.    decreased reaction of the air from a fully open port.   
Option C.    increased reaction of the air from a fully open port.   
Correct Answer is.    increased reaction of the air from a fully open port.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 49.   

Question Number.    75.    During the normal straight and level flight, the gyro of an electrical artificial horizon is kept
erect in pitch by a.       
Option A.    mercury switch in the fore and aft axis controlling a torque motor fitted between the inner and outer gimbal
rings.   
Option B.    torque motor fitted between the outer gimbal ring and the case controlled by a mercury switch in the
athwartships axis.   
Option C.    torque motor fitted between the outer gimbal ring and the case controlled by a mercury switch in the fore and
aft axis.   
Correct Answer is.    torque motor fitted between the outer gimbal ring and the case controlled by a mercury switch in the
fore and aft axis.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 51 (see page 48 for
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Question Number.    76.    The normal erection supply to the mercury switches of the artificial horizon is disconnected.       
Option A.    for the first 40 seconds after initially switching 'ON'.   
Option B.    during turns.   
Option C.    when the fast erection button is pressed.   
Correct Answer is.    during turns.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 51 bottom.   

Question Number.    77.    The pitch/bank erection system is used in an electrical gyro horizon to.       
Option A.    give full erection control to the roll switch during a turn.   
Option B.    give full erection control to the pitch switch during a turn.   
Option C.    to prevent the pitch switch giving a false indication due to centrifugal effects during a turn.   
Correct Answer is.    to prevent the pitch switch giving a false indication due to centrifugal effects during a turn.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 51.   

Question Number.    78.    The fast erection push on an electrical gyro horizon must not be used for a set period after
switching on because.       
Option A.    excessive hunting will take place.   
Option B.    overheating of the gyro rotor windings will occur.   
Option C.    the normal erection switch contact will burn out.   
Correct Answer is.    excessive hunting will take place.   
Explanation.    AL/10-2 9.3.2.   

Question Number.    79.    Apparent drift of a directional gyro is due to.       
Option A.    the effect of the earth's rotation.   
Option B.    unbalance of the gimbals.   
Option C.    bearing friction.   
Correct Answer is.    the effect of the earth's rotation.   
Explanation.    AL/3-23 12.3.2.   

Question Number.    80.    The erection system on a directional gyroscope has.       
Option A.    a switch on the outer gimbal controlling a motor on the inner gimbal.   
Option B.    a switch on the inner gimbal controlling a motor on the inner gimbal.   
Option C.    a switch on the inner gimbal controlling a motor on the outer gimbal.   
Correct Answer is.    a switch on the inner gimbal controlling a motor on the outer gimbal.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 46/7.   

Question Number.    81.    In a rate gyro used to detect movements about a vertical axis, the amount the gimbal ring moves
would be increased if the.       
Option A.    angle through which the gyro moves in azimuth increases.   
Option B.    rotor speed decreases.   
Option C.    spring tension was increased.   
Correct Answer is.    rotor speed decreases.   
Explanation.    Nil.   

Question Number.    82.    The Turn and Slip indicator employs.       
Option A.    a vertical gyro.   
Option B.    a rate gyro.   
Option C.    an azimuth gyro.   
Correct Answer is.    a rate gyro.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 54.   

Question Number.    83.    In a Turn and Slip indicator, the effect of increasing the rotor speed would be.       
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Option A.    it would have no effect.   
Option B.    it would under read.   
Option C.    it would over read.   
Correct Answer is.    it would under read.   
Explanation.    Nil.   

Question Number.    84.    How is the information on a directional gyro outer gimbal taken off?.       
Option A.    By a switch on the outer gimbal.   
Option B.    By a switch on the inner gimbal.   
Option C.    By a flux take-off device.   
Correct Answer is.    By a flux take-off device.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 77/78.   

Question Number.    85.    Why is a directional gyro inner gimbal restricted to +/- 85º?.       
Option A.    To ensure outer gimbal erection system works correctly.   
Option B.    To prevent outer gimbal rotating.   
Option C.    To prevent gyro going into gimbal lock.   
Correct Answer is.    To prevent gyro going into gimbal lock.   
Explanation.    Nil.   

Question Number.    86.    The speed of the rotor in a Turn and Slip indicator is approximately.       
Option A.    2,400 rpm.   
Option B.    4,200 rpm.   
Option C.    22,500 rpm.   
Correct Answer is.    4,200 rpm.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 53.   

Question Number.    87.    In a directional gyro, the inner/outer gimbal is corrected to.       
Option A.    15 sine latitude.   
Option B.    15 cosine latitude.   
Option C.    15 sine longitude.   
Correct Answer is.    15 sine latitude.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 37/8.   

Question Number.    88.    The electrolyte switches used in gyro systems rely upon.       
Option A.    change in inductance to operate.   
Option B.    change in resistance to operate.   
Option C.    change in voltage applied to operate.   
Correct Answer is.    change in resistance to operate.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 50/51.   

Question Number.    89.    Precession of a gyro depends on.       

Option A.    both answers (a) and (b).   
Option B.    angular velocity of the rotor only.   
Option C.    moment of inertia of the rotor only.   
Correct Answer is.    both answers (a) and (b).   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 53.   

Question Number.    90.    Angular momentum of a gyro rotor depends on.       
Option A.    angular velocity of the rotor.   
Option B.    moment of inertia of the rotor.   
Option C.    moment of inertia and angular velocity of the rotor.   
Correct Answer is.    moment of inertia and angular velocity of the rotor.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 33.   

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Question Number.    91.    Air driven gyros, compared to electric gyros, generally rotate.       
Option A.    faster.   
Option B.    the same speed.   
Option C.    slower.   
Correct Answer is.    slower.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 41.   

Question Number.    92.    Gyro rigidity is proportional to.       

Option A.    mass and speed.   
Option B.    mass, and radius of mass from spin axis.   
Option C.    mass, speed and radius of mass from spin axis.   
Correct Answer is.    mass, speed and radius of mass from spin axis.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 33.   

Question Number.    93.    Gyro precessional force is.       

Option A.    inversely proportional to the applied force.   
Option B.    directly proportional to applied force.   
Option C.    proportional to the square of the applied force.   
Correct Answer is.    directly proportional to applied force.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 33.   

Question Number.    94.    The speed of a vacuum driven gyro horizon rotor is approximately.       
Option A.    22,000 rpm.   
Option B.    15,000 rpm.   
Option C.    4,200 rpm.   
Correct Answer is.    15,000 rpm.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 46.   

Question Number.    95.    A V.S.I. is connected to.       

Option A.    vacuum.   
Option B.    static pressure.   
Option C.    pitot pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    static pressure.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 22/23.   

Question Number.    96.    With a V.S.I. pointer at position 1 on the upper half of the scale it indicates.       
Option A.    1,000 ft/minute rate of descent.   
Option B.    1,000 ft/minute rate of climb.   
Option C.    100 ft/minute rate of climb.   
Correct Answer is.    1,000 ft/minute rate of climb.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 24.   

Question Number.    97.    After disconnecting the supply to an electrically operated gyro instrument it is recommended
that, to allow the gyro rotor to stop, before moving the instrument.       
Option A.    seven minutes should elapse.   
Option B.    three minutes should elapse.   
Option C.    fifteen minutes should elapse.   
Correct Answer is.    fifteen minutes should elapse.   
Explanation.    AL/10.2 8.1 c.       

Question Number.    98.    The Port and Starboard static vents on an aircraft are inter-connected to.       
Option A.    reduce compressibility error.   
Option B.    minimize errors caused by leaks in the system.   
Option C.    cancel errors caused in the static system when the aircraft yaws.   
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Correct Answer is.    cancel errors caused in the static system when the aircraft yaws.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    99.    Which of the following would cause a displacement gyro to topple?.       
Option A.    Inverting the gyro.   
Option B.    Running gyro at low speed.   
Option C.    Running gyro at high speed.   
Correct Answer is.    Running gyro at low speed.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    100.    In level flight, a V.S.I. will indicate.       

Option A.    horizontal to left.   
Option B.    vertically down.   
Option C.    vertically up.   
Correct Answer is.    horizontal to left.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 22.       

Question Number.    101.    On descent, the pressure in a V.S.I. capsule.       

Option A.    leads the case pressure.   
Option B.    lags the case pressure.   
Option C.    is the same as case pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    leads the case pressure.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 22.       

Question Number.    102.    A small constant leak in the case of V.S.I. fitted in a pressurized aircraft would, during level
flight, cause the instrument to indicate.       
Option A.    a rate of climb.   
Option B.    zero.   
Option C.    a rate of descent.   
Correct Answer is.    zero.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 22.       

Question Number.    103.    When a force is applied to a horizontal gyro, the precession of the rotor will continue until.       
Option A.    as long as the force is applied.   
Option B.    plane of rotation is in line with the plane of the applied force.   
Option C.    plane of rotation is in line with the precessional force.   
Correct Answer is.    plane of rotation is in line with the plane of the applied force.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 33.       

Question Number.    104.    An artificial horizon has.       

Option A.    the inner gimbal pivoted laterally.   
Option B.    the inner gimbal pivoted vertically.   
Option C.    the inner gimbal pivoted longitudinally.   
Correct Answer is.    the inner gimbal pivoted laterally.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 47.       

Question Number.    105.    A pressure of one atmosphere is equal to.       

Option A.    14.7 PSI.   
Option B.    100 millibar.   
Option C.    1 inch Hg.   
Correct Answer is.    14.7 PSI.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    106.    In the directional gyro.       

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Option A.    the outer gimbal is pivoted vertically.   
Option B.    the outer gimbal is pivoted longitudinally.   
Option C.    the outer gimbal is pivoted laterally.   
Correct Answer is.    the outer gimbal is pivoted vertically.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 42.       

Question Number.    107.    The millibar is a unit of.       

Option A.    barometric pressure.   
Option B.    pressure altitude.   
Option C.    atmospheric temperature.   
Correct Answer is.    barometric pressure.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    108.    In the Turn and Slip indicator.       

Option A.    the spin axis is longitudinal.   
Option B.    the spin axis is lateral.   
Option C.    the spin axis is vertical.   
Correct Answer is.    the spin axis is lateral.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 53.       

Question Number.    109.    In an altimeter, the.       

Option A.    inside of the capsule is connected to static pressure.   
Option B.    capsule is evacuated and sealed.   
Option C.    capsule and case are connected via a calibrated choke.   
Correct Answer is.    capsule is evacuated and sealed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 6.       

Question Number.    110.    The units on the calibrated scale of a V.S.I. are expressed in.       
Option A.    hundreds of feet per minute.   
Option B.    knots (kts).   
Option C.    miles per hour (mph).   
Correct Answer is.    hundreds of feet per minute.   
Explanation.    (Light aircraft only - large aircraft are 1000s ft/min).       

Question Number.    111.    A standby air supply for gyro operation could be obtained from.       
Option A.    a tapping from the induction manifold.   
Option B.    a venturi.   
Option C.    a pitot head.   
Correct Answer is.    a venturi.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 40.       

Question Number.    112.    At the lowest point of each vent line you would normally find a.       
Option A.    float valve.   
Option B.    NACA duct.   
Option C.    self draining non-return valve.   
Correct Answer is.    self draining non-return valve.   
Explanation.    NIL.       

Question Number.    113.    A rate two turn is.       

Option A.    90 degrees per minute.   
Option B.    360 degrees per minute.   
Option C.    180 degrees per minute.   
Correct Answer is.    360 degrees per minute.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 54, Aircraft Instruments and Integrated
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Question Number.    114.    The rate of turn information from a turn coordinator (compared to a Turn and Slip) is.       
Option A.    more instantaneous.   
Option B.    less accurate.   
Option C.    more accurate.   
Correct Answer is.    more accurate.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 55.   

Question Number.    115.    Temperature correction in a sensitive altimeter mechanism is provided by a.       
Option A.    bi-metal U-spring acting on the capsule.   
Option B.    balance weight.   
Option C.    U-spring acting on the capsule.   
Correct Answer is.    bi-metal U-spring acting on the capsule.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 8.   

Question Number.    116.    The capsule in a vertical speed indicator will be expanded when the aircraft is.       
Option A.    climbing.   
Option B.    descending.   
Option C.    in level flight.   
Correct Answer is.    descending.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 22/23.   

Question Number.    117.    After replacing an instrument of the pitot-static group, it is necessary to.       
Option A.    calibrate the instrument concerned.   
Option B.    carry out a leak test on the appropriate system(s).   
Option C.    blow through the lines with a clean low pressure air supply.   
Correct Answer is.    carry out a leak test on the appropriate system(s).   
Explanation.    AL/10-1 15.5.   

Question Number.    118.    If the pitot and static pipe lines were cross connected at the instrument panel connection,
application of pressure to the pitot head would cause the.       
Option A.    altimeter reading to decrease, vertical speed indicator to indicate climb.   
Option B.    altimeter reading to increase, vertical speed indicator to indicate descent.   
Option C.    altimeter reading to decrease, vertical speed indicator to indicate descent.   
Correct Answer is.    altimeter reading to decrease, vertical speed indicator to indicate descent.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    119.    A constant force applied to the inner gimbal of a vertical gyro would cause.       
Option A.    a continual precession in roll.   
Option B.    a roll error and gyro topple.   
Option C.    a pitch error and gyro topple.   
Correct Answer is.    a continual precession in roll.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    120.    A rate of turn indicator dial marked '2 minutes' refers to a.       
Option A.    rate 3 turn.   
Option B.    rate 2 turn.   
Option C.    rate 1 turn.   
Correct Answer is.    rate 1 turn.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 54.   

Question Number.    121.    A pitot or static leak check is carried out.       
Option A.    only when an instrument is changed.   
Option B.    only when a leak is suspected.   
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Option C.    whenever the pitot or static systems are disturbed.   
Correct Answer is.    whenever the pitot or static systems are disturbed.   
Explanation.    AL/10-1 15.5.   

Question Number.    122.    The temperature of boiling water at standard pressure on the Fahrenheit and Centigrade scale
is.       
Option A.    100 deg. and 32 deg. Respectively.   
Option B.    180 deg. and 100 deg. Respectively.   
Option C.    212 deg. and 100 deg. Respectively.   
Correct Answer is.    212 deg. and 100 deg. Respectively.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    123.    A temperature of 59°F is equivalent to.       

Option A.    14.69°C.   
Option B.    32°C.   
Option C.    15°C.   
Correct Answer is.    15°C.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    124.    Aircraft heading (HDG) is.       

Option A.    the angle between True North and the longitudinal axis of the aircraft.   
Option B.    the angle between True North and the desired track.   
Option C.    the angle between True North and the actual track.   
Correct Answer is.    the angle between True North and the longitudinal axis of the aircraft.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control, David Harris Page 87.   

Question Number.    125.    Wind angle is the direction of the wind measured.       
Option A.    in degrees from the desired track.   
Option B.    in degrees from True North.   
Option C.    in degrees from the aircraft's heading.   
Correct Answer is.    in degrees from True North.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    126.    Limit stops are fitted in an artificial horizon to.       
Option A.    limit the outer gimbal movement.   
Option B.    reduce gimbal nutation.   
Option C.    prevent gimbal lock.   
Correct Answer is.    prevent gimbal lock.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    127.    The electrical output from a remote gyro to an attitude director indicator is.       
Option A.    by a control synchro.   
Option B.    by a differential synchro.   
Option C.    by a torque synchro.   
Correct Answer is.    by a control synchro.   
Explanation.    Avionics Fundamentals Page 93 Fig 5-20.   

Question Number.    128.    Agonic lines link places of.       

Option A.    zero variation.   
Option B.    different variation.   
Option C.    equal variation.   
Correct Answer is.    zero variation.   
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Question Number.    129.    Position error is caused by.       
Option A.    pitot head position.   
Option B.    instrument location in the instrument panel.   
Option C.    mechanical imperfections in an instrument.   
Correct Answer is.    pitot head position.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 17.

Question Number.    130.    To convert degrees Centigrade to degrees Kelvin.       

Option A.    add 112 degrees.   
Option B.    use the formula (deg C x 9/5) + 32.   
Option C.    add 273 degrees.   
Correct Answer is.    add 273 degrees.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    131.    Damping on a RATE GYRO can be either.       

Option A.    viscous, eddy current or air dash pot.   
Option B.    eddy current, variable spring or moving iron.   
Option C.    viscous, eddy current or variable spring.   
Correct Answer is.    viscous, eddy current or air dash pot.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    132.    The electrical output from a remote gyro to an attitude director indicator is.       
Option A.    by a control synchro.   
Option B.    by a differential synchro.   
Option C.    by a torque synchro.   
Correct Answer is.    by a control synchro.   
Explanation.    Avionics Fundamentals Page 93 Fig 5-20.

Question Number.    133.    Electrical driven gyros are.       

Option A.    rotated at the same speed as air driven gyros.   
Option B.    rotated slower than air driven gyros.   
Option C.    rotated faster than air driven gyros.   
Correct Answer is.    rotated faster than air driven gyros.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 41.

Question Number.    134.    In a ratiometer temperature indicating circuit, there is a break in the circuit to the bulb. This
will give.       
Option A.    mid scale deflection.   
Option B.    full scale deflection.   
Option C.    no scale deflection.   
Correct Answer is.    full scale deflection.   
Explanation.    Think of it this way - resistance increases with temperature, and that drives it toward fsd. If the bulb
circuit is broken, the resistance will be infinite.

Question Number.    135.    With the gyro at normal running speed, a torque applied to the inner gimbal ring of a vertical
gyro will cause the.       
Option A.    outer and inner ring to move.   
Option B.    inner ring to move.   
Option C.    outer ring to move.   
Correct Answer is.    outer ring to move.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    136.    When an aircraft is descending, the pressure in the altimeter case.       
Option A.    will cause the aneroid capsule to contract.   
Option B.    will cause the aneroid capsule to expand.   
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Option C.    will not affect the aneroid capsule.   
Correct Answer is.    will cause the aneroid capsule to contract.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 5.

Question Number.    137.    The supply of Desynn indicating system.       

Option A.    is direct current.   
Option B.    is alternating current at 400 c/s.   
Option C.    is alternating current at 50 c/s.   
Correct Answer is.    is direct current.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    138.    A sensitive altimeter reading 100 ft. when the millibar scale is set to the atmospheric pressure
at airfield level (QFE).       
Option A.    indicates that the airfield is 100 ft. above sea level.   
Option B.    indicates that the instrument is unserviceable.   
Option C.    indicates that the aircraft is in a region of high pressure and the reading must be corrected to I.S.A.
standards.   
Correct Answer is.    indicates that the instrument is unserviceable.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 9.

Question Number.    139.    After using a pitot-static test set the pressure in the aircraft static system should be released to
the atmosphere by.       
Option A.    removing the static connector from its static vent.   
Option B.    venting the static system via an internal bleed in the test set.   
Option C.    removing the static connector from its static vent after waiting for a period of three minutes.   
Correct Answer is.    venting the static system via an internal bleed in the test set.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    140.    An altimeter is operated.       

Option A.    by the vacuum system.   
Option B.    by the pitot system.   
Option C.    by the static system.   
Correct Answer is.    by the static system.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    141.    What is the purpose of the bimetallic strip in the altimeter?.       
Option A.    Compensates for non-linear tension in the hairspring.   
Option B.    Corrects for capsule elasticity.   
Option C.    Compensates for change in density.   
Correct Answer is.    Corrects for capsule elasticity.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 5.

Question Number.    142.    Which axis does the directional gyro spin on?.       
Option A.    Vertical.   
Option B.    Horizontal.   
Option C.    Both vertical and horizontal.   
Correct Answer is.    Horizontal.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 8.

Question Number.    143.    The capsule in an altimeter responds to.       

Option A.    absolute pressure.   
Option B.    gauge pressure.   
Option C.    differential pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    absolute pressure.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 36.
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Question Number.    144.    The aeroplane monitor on the artificial horizon is fitted to the.       
Option A.    inner gimbal.   
Option B.    rotor.   
Option C.    instrument case.   
Correct Answer is.    instrument case.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 5.

Question Number.    145.    True airspeed in an Air Data Computer is a function of.       
Option A.    airspeed and altitude.   
Option B.    mach number and temperature.   
Option C.    airspeed and temperature.   
Correct Answer is.    mach number and temperature.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 272.   

Question Number.    146.    The advantage of an instantaneous V.S.I. over a conventional one is.       
Option A.    it has an accelerometer which prevents the lag of a conventional one.   
Option B.    it does not require warming up.   
Option C.    it does not require pitot/static pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    it has an accelerometer which prevents the lag of a conventional one.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 27.   

Question Number.    147.    For a particular I.A.S. as the density decreases with altitude, the T.A.S.       
Option A.    decreases.   
Option B.    remains the same.   
Option C.    increases.   
Correct Answer is.    increases.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 24.   

Question Number.    148.    The type of gyro used in a gyro compass is a.       
Option A.    directional gyro.   
Option B.    vertical gyro.   
Option C.    rate gyro.   
Correct Answer is.    directional gyro.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    149.    A desiccant used in the storage of instruments.       

Option A.    is sodium-bicarbonate.   
Option B.    is silica-gel.   
Option C.    is anti-freeze oil.   
Correct Answer is.    is silica-gel.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    150.    What effect on the rate of precession will a change of gyro rotor speed have?.       
Option A.    No effect.   
Option B.    Decrease the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Option C.    Increase the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Correct Answer is.    Increase the rotor speed, decrease the rate of precession.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    151.    Bourdon Tubes have.       

Option A.    toroidal cross section.   
Option B.    oval cross section.   
Option C.    circular cross section.   
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Correct Answer is.    oval cross section.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems David Harris Page 182 Figure.   

Question Number.    152.    In a Bourdon tube.       

Option A.    one end is sealed and the other end open to the pressure source.   
Option B.    one end is sealed and the other end open to atmosphere.   
Option C.    both ends sealed.   
Correct Answer is.    one end is sealed and the other end open to the pressure source.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems David Harris Page 182.   

Question Number.    153.    Pressure gauge calibrators (Dead Weight Testers) use the.       
Option A.    Brahm's press principle.   
Option B.    Boyle's Law.   
Option C.    Charle's Law.   
Correct Answer is.    Brahm's press principle.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    154.    The fluid suitable for use in a Dead Weight Tester is.       
Option A.    anti-freeze oil.   
Option B.    castor-oil.   
Option C.    kerosene.   
Correct Answer is.    castor-oil.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www.bcmsensor.com/pressure/datasheets/PDH.htm

Question Number.    155.    The distance readout on an HSI is.       

Option A.    from the aircraft DME system.   
Option B.    dialled in by the pilot.   
Option C.    from the aircraft ATC system.   
Correct Answer is.    from the aircraft DME system.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    156.    A gyroscope having one plane of freedom at right angles to the plane of rotation, and its gimbal
restrained either electrically or by a spring, is known as.       
Option A.    a rate gyro.   
Option B.    an earth gyro.   
Option C.    a tied gyro.   
Correct Answer is.    a rate gyro.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 52.   

Question Number.    157.    Pressure may be expressed in.       

Option A.    force per unit area.   
Option B.    weight or mass.   
Option C.    force per unit volume.   
Correct Answer is.    force per unit area.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    158.    What is the purpose of the hair spring in a Bourdon tube pressure gauge?.       
Option A.    To reduce 'backlash'.   
Option B.    To return the pointer to zero.   
Option C.    To act a controlling force.   
Correct Answer is.    To reduce 'backlash'.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    159.    The ADIs attitude information is normally obtained from the aircraft's.       
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Option A.    attitude rate gyros.   
Option B.    directional gyros.   
Option C.    vertical gyros.   
Correct Answer is.    vertical gyros.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    160.    One dot VOR deviation represents.       

Option A.    5°.   
Option B.    2 miles.   
Option C.    1¼°.   
Correct Answer is.    5°.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    161.    An instrument used for measuring negative pressures.       
Option A.    cannot be of the Bourdon tube type.   
Option B.    has anti-clockwise pointer movement if Bourdon tube operated.   
Option C.    has the Bourdon tube reversed within the case.   
Correct Answer is.    cannot be of the Bourdon tube type.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems David Harris Page 182.

Question Number.    162.    An absolute pressure gauge measures.       

Option A.    the applied pressure referred to atmospheric pressure.   
Option B.    pressures extremely accurately.   
Option C.    the applied pressure referred to a perfect vacuum.   
Correct Answer is.    the applied pressure referred to a perfect vacuum.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    163.    Gauge pressure as indicated on a direct reading Bourdon Tube pressure gauge is equal to.       
Option A.    absolute pressure minus atmospheric pressure.   
Option B.    atmospheric pressure minus absolute pressure.   
Option C.    absolute pressure plus atmospheric pressure.   
Correct Answer is.    absolute pressure minus atmospheric pressure.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    164.    The to/from indicator on an HSI informs the pilot of which direction he is tracking relative to.   
   
Option A.    an ILS station.   
Option B.    an ADF station.   
Option C.    a VOR station.   
Correct Answer is.    a VOR station.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    165.    A pressure gauge, such as a hydraulic brake pressure gauge, indicates 1,000 p.s.i. In terms of
absolute pressure, this represents.       
Option A.    985.3 p.s.i.   
Option B.    1,014.7 p.s.i.   
Option C.    1,000 p.s.i.   
Correct Answer is.    1,014.7 p.s.i.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    166.    To fill a Dead Weight Tester.       

Option A.    remove platform and fill cylinder.   
Option B.    screw out hand wheel and fill reservoir.   
Option C.    screw in hand wheel and fill reservoir.   
Correct Answer is.    screw out hand wheel and fill reservoir.   
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Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    167.    With an aircraft on the ground and QNH set on the millibar scale of the altimeter, the altimeter
will read.       
Option A.    the airfield height.   
Option B.    off scale.   
Option C.    zero.   
Correct Answer is.    the airfield height.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 9.

Question Number.    168.    When checking a sensitive altimeter on a pre-flight inspection.       
Option A.    the ambient air pressure is set on the millibar scale.   
Option B.    the standard sea level barometric pressure is always set on the millibar scale.   
Option C.    the ambient air pressure corrected for temperature is set on the millibar scale.   
Correct Answer is.    the ambient air pressure is set on the millibar scale.   
Explanation.    QFE is set and it should read airfield height.

Question Number.    169.    The HSI compass card is positioned by the.       
Option A.    compass system.   
Option B.    aircraft ADF system.   
Option C.    heading select knob.   
Correct Answer is.    compass system.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    170.    The applied pressure to an A.S.I. varies with the.       
Option A.    square of the speed.   
Option B.    square root of the speed.   
Option C.    cube root of the speed.   
Correct Answer is.    square of the speed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 15.

Question Number.    171.    The supply to an A.S.I.       

Option A.    is pitot pressure only.   
Option B.    are pitot and static pressure.   
Option C.    is static pressure only.   
Correct Answer is.    are pitot and static pressure.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 13.

Question Number.    172.    The capsule for an A.S.I. will be expanding when the aircraft is.       
Option A.    climbing.   
Option B.    accelerating.   
Option C.    decelerating.   
Correct Answer is.    accelerating.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 13.

Question Number.    173.    The deflection of the ADI command bars when flying a localiser approach is proportional to.   
   
Option A.    the difference between the amplitudes on the two modulations.   
Option B.    the sum of the amplitude of the two modulations.   
Option C.    the difference in amplitude of the two r.f. carriers.   
Correct Answer is.    the difference between the amplitudes on the two modulations.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    174.    If an aircraft is flying straight and level in still air, airspeed will be.       
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Option A.    less than the ground speed.   

Option B.    equal to the ground speed.   
Option C.    greater than the ground speed.   
Correct Answer is.    equal to the ground speed.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    175.    If an aircraft flying in still air at 400 knots, encounters a head wind of 50 knots, its ground
speed is.       
Option A.    450 knots.   
Option B.    350 knots.   
Option C.    400 knots.   
Correct Answer is.    350 knots.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    176.    To provide a linear scale on an A.S.I., a.       

Option A.    10 to 1 gearing is used.   
Option B.    ranging bar and screws are fitted.   
Option C.    bi-metal corrector is employed.   
Correct Answer is.    ranging bar and screws are fitted.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 44 fig 2.18 and text below.

Question Number.    177.    A machmeter is an instrument which indicates the speed of.       
Option A.    sound relative to the aircraft's altitude.   
Option B.    the aircraft relative to the speed of sound at ground level.   
Option C.    the aircraft relative to the local sonic speed.   
Correct Answer is.    the aircraft relative to the local sonic speed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 19, and Aircraft Instruments and
Integrated Systems Pallett Page 45.

Question Number.    178.    The moving element of a ratiometer has.       

Option A.    three coils.   
Option B.    one coil.   
Option C.    two coils.   
Correct Answer is.    two coils.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems Page 186 Fig 7.4 and para below.

Question Number.    179.    When carrying out a pressure leak test on an altimeter, you are checking for leaks in the.       
Option A.    instrument case.   
Option B.    pressure chamber.   
Option C.    capsule stack.   
Correct Answer is.    instrument case.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    180.    If an altimeter millibar scale was set to 1013.25 and the barometric pressure at that time was
1020, the altimeter should read.       
Option A.    zero feet.   
Option B.    positive altitude.   
Option C.    below zero feet (negative altitude).   
Correct Answer is.    below zero feet (negative altitude).   
Explanation.    Assuming aircraft is on the ground.

Question Number.    181.    An aircraft flying towards a VOR station shows indications of 120° and 'TO'. After passing over
the station, on the same course, the indications will be.       
Option A.    120° and FROM.   
Option B.    300° and FROM.   
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Option C.    300° and TO.   

Correct Answer is.    120° and FROM.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    182.    The command bars in a flight director system indicate.       
Option A.    the actual path with respect to required path.   
Option B.    the required path with respect to actual path.   
Option C.    true horizon.   
Correct Answer is.    the required path with respect to actual path.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    183.    When changing a windscreen panel which has a standby magnetic compass located in the
vicinity.       
Option A.    precautions should be taken that the bonding tag is attached to the correct attachment bolt.   
Option B.    precautions must be taken to ensure that the attachment bolts are of the specified type.   
Option C.    The attachment bolts should be tightened in an anti-clockwise direction around the window.   
Correct Answer is.    precautions must be taken to ensure that the attachment bolts are of the specified type.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    184.    On a conventional RMI the angle between the compass datum and the radio pointer arrow is.   
   
Option A.    the relative bearing.   
Option B.    the magnetic bearing.   
Option C.    the complimentary bearing.   
Correct Answer is.    the relative bearing.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    185.    A compass is made aperiodic by.       

Option A.    locking.   
Option B.    tying it to the case.   
Option C.    using fluid.   
Correct Answer is.    using fluid.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    186.    Isogonal lines link places of.       

Option A.    different variation.   
Option B.    equal variation.   
Option C.    zero variation.   
Correct Answer is.    equal variation.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 81.

Question Number.    187.    In an artificial horizon Pendulosity Error is caused by.       
Option A.    bottom lightness of inner gimbals.   
Option B.    bottom heaviness of inner gimbals.   
Option C.    displacement of erection control device.   
Correct Answer is.    bottom heaviness of inner gimbals.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 49 (acceleration error).

Question Number.    188.    If True Airspeed is 470 knots, what is the Equivalent Air speed?.       
Option A.    278 knots.   
Option B.    662 knots.   
Option C.    550 knots.   
Correct Answer is.    278 knots.   
Explanation.    True airspeed is always higher than EAS (or IAS) at any altitude above Sea Level.

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Question Number.    189.    If the Airspeed Indicator reading is 300 Knots, what is the Calibrated Airspeed?.       
Option A.    296 knots.   
Option B.    304 knots.   
Option C.    293 knots.   
Correct Answer is.    304 knots.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 14.

Question Number.    190.    In an Artificial Horizon, Erection Error is caused by.       
Option A.    displacement of erection control device.   
Option B.    bottom heaviness of inner gimbals.   
Option C.    bottom lightness of inner gimbals.   
Correct Answer is.    displacement of erection control device.   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    191.    A Vertical Speed indicator Metering Unit Consist of.       
Option A.    both a) & b).   
Option B.    an orifice.   
Option C.    a capillary.   
Correct Answer is.    both a) & b).   
Explanation.    NIL.

Question Number.    192.    Flux Valve senses angle of horizontal component with respect to the aircraft's.       
Option A.    lateral axis.   
Option B.    longitudinal axis.   
Option C.    both lateral and longitudinal axis.   
Correct Answer is.    longitudinal axis.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems, David Harris Page 64/65.

Question Number.    193.    The manual VOR input is for.       

Option A.    the radio magnetic indicator.   
Option B.    the ADI.   
Option C.    the course deviation bar.   
Correct Answer is.    the course deviation bar.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    194.    After correction of the north-south heading reading on a compass swing, the resultant
correction is known as.       
Option A.    magnetic heading.   
Option B.    residual deviation.   
Option C.    correct heading.   
Correct Answer is.    residual deviation.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    195.    Apparent drift on directional gyro is corrected by.       
Option A.    series of balance holes drilled in gyro rotor.   
Option B.    mercury switch on outer ring.   
Option C.    an adjustment nut on inner ring.   
Correct Answer is.    an adjustment nut on inner ring.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems Page 45.   

Question Number.    196.    If a micro adjuster is replaced in a compass system, you would.       
Option A.    carry out a new compass swing.   
Option B.    set it to zero datum.   
Option C.    set it up the same as the one removed.   
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Correct Answer is.    carry out a new compass swing.   

Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    197.    In a compass swing: North error -2 degrees, South error + 2 degrees. The coefficient C is.       
Option A.    +2 degrees.   
Option B.    0 degrees.   
Option C.    -2 degrees.   
Correct Answer is.    -2 degrees.   
Explanation.    AL/10-5 Table 1. This is not he same as a previous question.   

Question Number.    198.    Purpose of Altitude Alerting is to warn the pilot of.       
Option A.    approach to or deviation from selected altitude.   
Option B.    selection of altitude.   
Option C.    altitude information.   
Correct Answer is.    approach to or deviation from selected altitude.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www.domingoaereo.hpg.ig.com.br/Boeing727/Manual/warnings.htm

Question Number.    199.    Aircraft certified before 1997 with RVSM, maximum tolerance for the system is.       
Option A.    +/- 500ft system tolerance.   
Option B.    +/- 200ft system, +/-50ft for instrument error.   
Option C.    +/- 300ft system, +/-50ft for instrument error.   
Correct Answer is.    +/- 300ft system, +/-50ft for instrument error.   
Explanation.    NIL.    http://www2.eur-rvsm.com/library.htm

Question Number.    200.    Machmeters work on.       

Option A.    static.   
Option B.    pitot and static.   
Option C.    pitot.   
Correct Answer is.    pitot and static.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    201.    An aircraft with Mach warning will warn.       
Option A.    when Mach 1 is exceeded.   
Option B.    when Mcrit is reached.   
Option C.    when envelope limit is reached.   
Correct Answer is.    when Mcrit is reached.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    202.    An HSI provides what information?.       

Option A.    VOR, map, attitude, ILS.   
Option B.    VOR, plan, ILS, map, radar.   
Option C.    VOR, ILS, plan, attitude.   
Correct Answer is.    VOR, plan, ILS, map, radar.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    203.    Compressibility error in a pitot head is caused by.       
Option A.    compression of air in the tube at high speed.   
Option B.    blockage in the pitot tube.   
Option C.    misalignment of pitot head.   
Correct Answer is.    compression of air in the tube at high speed.   
Explanation.    Flight Instruments and Automatic Flight Control Systems - David Harris P17 ASI Errors (3).   

Question Number.    204.    The earth's magnetic field is.       

Option A.    vertical at the poles, horizontal at the magnetic equator.   
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Option B.    vertical across the earth.   

Option C.    horizontal across the earth.   
Correct Answer is.    vertical at the poles, horizontal at the magnetic equator.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    205.    There is an air bubble in the compass:.       

Option A.    The fluid is not aerated properly.   
Option B.    It is due to high altitude.   
Option C.    It is required, to compensate for expansion of the fluid.   
Correct Answer is.    It is due to high altitude.   
Explanation.    NIL.   

Question Number.    206.    A flux detector output is a.       

Option A.    rectified D.C. voltage.   
Option B.    A.C. voltage at twice the frequency of the excitation voltage.   
Option C.    A.C. voltage at the same frequency as the excitation voltage.   
Correct Answer is.    A.C. voltage at twice the frequency of the excitation voltage.   
Explanation.    Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems Pallett Page 189.   

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