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What is the primary purpose of the landing gear on jet aircraft?
What is the primary purpose of the landing gear on jet aircraft?
- To reduce fuel consumption
- To support the aircraft during ground operations (correct)
- To improve aerodynamic design
- To enhance flight speed
How does the landing gear contribute during taxiing?
How does the landing gear contribute during taxiing?
- By enhancing lift
- By dampening vibrations (correct)
- By controlling altitude
- By increasing drag
What configuration do the main gears and supporting gear typically form on an aircraft?
What configuration do the main gears and supporting gear typically form on an aircraft?
- 3-point configuration (correct)
- 4-point configuration
- 1-point configuration
- 2-point configuration
Where are the main gears typically located on an aircraft?
Where are the main gears typically located on an aircraft?
What type of gear can be considered as a supporting gear in an aircraft's landing gear system?
What type of gear can be considered as a supporting gear in an aircraft's landing gear system?
Study Notes
Landing Gear Functions
- Supports aircraft during ground operations
- Dampens vibrations during taxiing and towing
- Absorbs landing impact
Landing Gear Configuration
- Most aircraft have two main gears and a supporting gear
- Main gears are located near the aircraft's center of gravity
- Supporting gear can be a nose wheel or a tail wheel
- Main gears and supporting gear form a 3-point configuration
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Description
This quiz explores the essential functions and configurations of aircraft landing gears. Learn how landing gears support aircraft during ground operations and their role in absorbing impact. Delve into the arrangements of main and supporting gears critical for aircraft stability.
