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What feature allows an engine to draw fuel from the opposite wing in an emergency?
What feature allows an engine to draw fuel from the opposite wing in an emergency?
- Crossfeed connection between the wings (correct)
- Fuel pressure indicators
- Independent fuel systems in each wing
- Separate fuel quantity gauges
Where are the bladder type fuel cells installed in the aircraft?
Where are the bladder type fuel cells installed in the aircraft?
- Under the fuselage
- In the wing nacelles aft of the firewall (correct)
- In the cockpit area
- In the engine compartments
What do the fuel quantity gauges display?
What do the fuel quantity gauges display?
- The pressurization level of the fuel system
- The amount of fuel remaining in the system (correct)
- The temperature of the fuel
- The speed of fuel flow
What is indicated by the fuel pressure and flow indicators?
What is indicated by the fuel pressure and flow indicators?
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How are the fuel quantity sending units powered?
How are the fuel quantity sending units powered?
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Study Notes
Fuel System Overview
- Each wing has an independent fuel system allowing engines to operate from separate fuel supplies.
- A crossfeed system connects both fuel systems, enabling fuel transfer between wings during emergencies.
Fuel Cell Configuration
- Bladder type fuel cells are located in the wing nacelles, positioned behind the fire wall.
Fuel Monitoring and Control
- Fuel pressure and flow for each system are displayed on respective indicators located on the instrument panel.
- Fuel quantity is monitored through gauges in the instrument panel, indicating remaining fuel levels.
- Electric fuel quantity sending units in the wing fuel cells relay data to the instrument panel displays.
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