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What is a key characteristic of auxiliary fuel tanks?
What is a key characteristic of auxiliary fuel tanks?
What material typically makes up the outer housing of bladder type fuel tanks?
What material typically makes up the outer housing of bladder type fuel tanks?
What is the primary role of the flexible rubber bladder in bladder type fuel tanks?
What is the primary role of the flexible rubber bladder in bladder type fuel tanks?
Which of the following statements about bladder type fuel tanks is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about bladder type fuel tanks is incorrect?
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What component is commonly housed within the outer container of an auxiliary fuel tank?
What component is commonly housed within the outer container of an auxiliary fuel tank?
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Study Notes
Auxiliary Fuel Tanks
- Auxiliary Fuel Tanks are designed to be removable
- They are not part of the aircraft's primary structure and require independent tank walls.
- They consist of a light metal alloy container that houses a flexible rubber bladder.
- The bladder acts as the actual fuel tank, holding the fuel within the outer container.
- These tanks are referred to as "bladder type fuel tanks."
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This quiz focuses on the design and function of Auxiliary Fuel Tanks used in aviation. You'll learn about their removable nature, structure, and the role of the flexible rubber bladder as a fuel holder. Test your knowledge on these bladder type fuel tanks.