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What is the purpose of allowing the brakes to cool for 10 to 15 minutes during the burn-in process?
What is the purpose of allowing the brakes to cool for 10 to 15 minutes during the burn-in process?
- To increase the speed of the airplane
- To reduce fuel consumption
- To prevent overheating of the brakes (correct)
- To test the effectiveness of engine rpm
Why should a high throttle static engine run-up be held with normal pedal force?
Why should a high throttle static engine run-up be held with normal pedal force?
- To test the radio communication
- To ensure proper brake conditioning burn-in (correct)
- To check the effectiveness of the air conditioning system
- To adjust the rudder control
What can happen if light brake usage occurs after the burn-in process?
What can happen if light brake usage occurs after the burn-in process?
- The glaze wearing off causing reduced brake performance (correct)
- Improvement in brake performance
- Increase in the life of the lining
- Decrease in engine rpm
In the parking brake system, what does the control knob on the instrument panel connect to?
In the parking brake system, what does the control knob on the instrument panel connect to?
What are the recommended speeds for taxiing during the burn-in process?
What are the recommended speeds for taxiing during the burn-in process?
Why is it important to repeat Steps 1 thru 3 if a high throttle static engine run-up cannot be held?
Why is it important to repeat Steps 1 thru 3 if a high throttle static engine run-up cannot be held?
What is the potential consequence of not maintaining the glaze on the brakes throughout their life?
What is the potential consequence of not maintaining the glaze on the brakes throughout their life?
What action should be taken if light brake usage causes reduced brake performance?
What action should be taken if light brake usage causes reduced brake performance?