1.On Which stroke are both valves on a four-stroke cycle reciprocating aircraft engine ?

a.Power & exhaust b. Intake & compressionc. Exhaust & intake

2. A nine cylinder radial engine with a bore dia of 5.5 & a stroke of 6 will have a piston displacement of
a. 740 cc b. 1425 cc c. 1283 cc d. 2500 cc

3. Master rod bearings are generally what type ?

a. Plain b. Roller c. Ball d. Taper roller

4. If fuel/air ratio is proper and ignition timing is correct , the combustion process should be completed
a. 20o to 30o before TDC at the end of the compression stroke
b. When the exhaust valve opens at the end of the power stroke
c. Just before TDC at the beginning of the power stroke

5. Which of the following is a characteristic of a thrust bearing of a thrust bearing used in most radial
engines?
a. Tapered roller b. Double row c. Deep groove ball d. None

6. Which of the following will decrease volumetric efficiency in a reciprocating engine?

1. Full throttle operation 2. Low cylinder head temperature 3. Improper valve timing
4. Sharp bends in the induction system 5.High carburetor air temp.
a. 2, 4 & 5 b. 1,2,3 & 4 c. 3, 4 & 5 d. None

7. What is the purpose of safety circlet installed on some valve stems

a. To hold the valve guide in position
b. To hold the valve spring retaining washer in position
c. To prevent valves from falling into the combustion chamber
d. all of the above

8. Which statement pertaining to fuel air mixture ratio is true ?

a. The mixture ratio which gives the best power is richer than the mixture ratio which gives maximum
economy
b. A rich mixture is faster burning than a normal mixture
c. The mixture ratio which gives maximum may also be designated as best power mixture
d. Chemically correct mixtures give both maximum power as well as maximum economy

9. What is an advantage of using metallic sodium filled exhaust valves in aircraft reciprocating engines?
a. increase strength and resistance to cracking
b. Reduced valve operating temp.
c. greater resistance to deteriorations at high valve temp.

10. Using the following information , determine how many degrees the crankshaft rotate with both the
intake and exhaust valve seated?
1. Intake opens 15o BTDC 2. Exhaust opens 70o BBDC 3. Intake closes 45o ABDC
o
4. Exaust closes 10 ATDC
a. 290 o b. 245 o c. 25 o d. 360 o
 11. The volume of a cylinder equals 70 cc when the piston is at the bdc , when the piston is at the
TDC ,the volume equals 10 cc . what is the compression ratio ?
a. 1:70 b. 7:10 c. 7:01 d. 7:5

12. (1) Cast iron piston rings may be used in chrome plated cylinders.
(2) Chrome plated rings may be used in plain steel cylinders
Regarding the above statement.

a. Only no. 1 is correct b. Neither no.1 & no.2 is true c. Both no. 1 & no. 2 are true.
d. only no. 2 is correct.

13. Volumetric efficiency :

14. Propulsive efficiency

15. Thermal efficiency

16. What is the source of most of the heat that is absorbed by the lubricating oil in a reciprocating
engine ?
a. Crankshaft main bearing b. Exhaust valves c. Piston and cylinder walls d. none

17. What is the primary purpose of the oil to fuel heat exchanger ?
a. Cool the fuel b. Cool the oil c. Deaerate the oil d. Both b & c

18. The vent line connecting the oil supply tank and the engine in some in some dry sump engine
installation permits :
a. Pressurization of the oil supply to prevent cavitation of the oil supply pump
b. Oil vapors from the engine to be condensed and drained into the supply tank
c. The oil tank to be vented through the normal engine vent.
d. AOTA

19. The viscosity of a liquid is a measure of its

a. Resistance to flow b. Rate of change of internal friction with change in temperature.
c. Weight, or density d. None

20. The recommended aircraft engine lubricants are

a. Mineral or synthetic base b. Vegetable , Mineral or synthetic base
c. Animal , Mineral or synthetic base d. All of the above

21. As an aid to cold weather starting , the oil dilution system thins the oil with
a. kerosene b. Alcohol c. Gasoline d.None
22. Which statement is correct regarding a continuous flow fuel injection system used on many
reciprocating engines?
a. Fuel is injected directly into each cylinder b. Fuel is injected at each cylinder intake port
c. Two injector nozzles are used in the injector fuel system for various speeds
d. AOTA

23.The device that controls the volume of the fuel/air mixture to the cylinders is called
a. Mixture control b. Metering jet c. Throttle valve d. NOTA

24. During operation of an aircraft engine , the pressure drop in the carburetor venture depends
primarily upon the
a. Air temperature b. Barometric Pressure c. Air velocity d. Both a & b

25. The device that controls the ratio of the fuel /air mixture to the cylinder is called
a. Mixture control b. Metering jet c. Throttle valve d. NOTA

26. What is the relationship between the pressure and velocity passing through a ventury?
a. There is no direct relation between the pressure and the velocity
b. The pressure is directly proportional to the velocity
c. The pressure is inversely proportional to the velocity
d. None

27. What component is used to ensure fuel delivery during periods of rapid engine acceleration?
a. Acceleration pump

31/7/201 Mechanical, thermal efficiencies;.

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4/8/14 thermal and volumetric efficiencies;
5/8/14 Operating principles 2 stroke,
7/8/14 Operating principles 4 stroke,
11/8/14 Operating principles 4 stroke,
12/8/14 Otto and Diesel cycle
14/8/14 Otto and Diesel cycle
18/8/14 Piston displacement
19/8/14 compression ratio
21/8/14 Engine configuration and firing order.
25/8/14 Engine Performance :Power calculation and measurement;
26/8/14 Engine Performance : Factors affecting engine power;
28/8/14 Engine Performance : Factors affecting engine power;
1/9/14 Engine Performance :Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition , detonation
2/9/14 Engine Performance : Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition , detonation
4/9/14 Engine Construction : Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps;
8/9/14 Engine Construction : Accessory gearbox
9/9/14 Engine Construction : Cylinder and piston assemblies
11/9/14 Engine Construction : Connecting rods, inlet and exhaust manifolds
15/9/14 Engine Construction : Valve mechanisms
16/9/14 Engine Construction : Propeller reduction gearboxes
18/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Carburetors types , construction
22/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Carburetors types , construction
23/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Principle of operation , Icing & Heating
25/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Principle of operation , Icing & Heating
29/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : types
30/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : Construction
6/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : Construction
7/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : principles of operation
9/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : : Fuel injection systems : principles of operation
13/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems
14/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems
16/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems , pre-heat systems
20/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
21/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
23/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
27/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Low and high tension systems
28/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Low and high tension systems
30/9/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Ignition harnesses, spark plugs
3/11/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : ; Ignition harnesses, spark plugs
6/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Construction and operation of:
induction systems including alternate air systems
10/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Construction and operation of:
induction systems including alternate air systems
11/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Exhaust systems
13/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : engine cooling systems air and
Liquid.
17/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : engine cooling systems air and
Liquid.
18/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Principles and purpose and its effects on
engine parameters
20/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
24/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
Supercharging/Turbo charging : System terminology; Control systems;
System protection
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Fuel additives
Safety precautions.
Lubrication Systems System : operation/lay-out
Lubrication Systems System : operation/lay-out
Lubrication Systems System : components.
Lubrication Systems System : components.
 Lubrication Systems System :components.
1/8/2014 Mechanical, thermal efficiencies;.
4/8/14 thermal and volumetric efficiencies;
6/8/14 Operating principles 2 stroke,
8/8/14 Operating principles 4 stroke,
11/8/14 Operating principles 4 stroke,
13/8/14 Otto and Diesel cycle
18/8/14 Otto and Diesel cycle
20/8/14 Piston displacement
22/8/14 compression ratio
25/8/14 Engine configuration and firing order.
27/8/14 Engine Performance :Power calculation and measurement;
1/9/14 Engine Performance : Factors affecting engine power;
3/9/14 Engine Performance : Factors affecting engine power;
5/9/14 Engine Performance :Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition , detonation
8/9/14 Engine Performance : Mixtures/leaning, pre-ignition , detonation
10/9/14 Engine Construction : Crank case, crank shaft, cam shafts, sumps;
12/9/14 Engine Construction : Accessory gearbox
15/9/14 Engine Construction : Cylinder and piston assemblies
17/9/14 Engine Construction : Connecting rods, inlet and exhaust manifolds
19/9/14 Engine Construction : Valve mechanisms
22/9/14 Engine Construction : Propeller reduction gearboxes
24/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Carburetors types , construction
26/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Carburetors types , construction
29/9/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Principle of operation , Icing & Heating
1/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Principle of operation , Icing & Heating
6/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : types
8/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : Construction
10/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : Construction
13/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : Fuel injection systems : principles of operation
15/10/14 Engine Fuel Systems : : Fuel injection systems : principles of operation
17/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems
20/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems
24/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Starting systems , pre-heat systems
27/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
29/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
31/10/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Magneto types, construction and principles
of operation
3/11/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Low and high tension systems
5/11/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Low and high tension systems
7/11/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : Ignition harnesses, spark plugs
10/11/14 Starting and Ignition Systems : ; Ignition harnesses, spark plugs
12/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Construction and operation of:
induction systems including alternate air systems
14/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Construction and operation of:
 induction systems including alternate air systems
17/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : Exhaust systems
19/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : engine cooling systems air and
Liquid.
21/11/14 Induction, Exhaust and Cooling Systems : engine cooling systems air and
Liquid.
24/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Principles and purpose and its effects on
engine parameters
26/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
28/11/14 Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
Supercharging/Turbo charging : Construction and operation
Supercharging/Turbo charging : System terminology; Control systems;
System protection
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Lubricants and Fuels Properties and specifications
Fuel additives
Safety precautions.
Lubrication Systems System : operation/lay-out
Lubrication Systems System : operation/lay-out
Lubrication Systems System : components.
Lubrication Systems System : components.
Lubrication Systems System :components.