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What is the primary cause of waxing in jet fuel?
What is the primary cause of waxing in jet fuel?
- Disruption of the fuel control unit
- Increased vapor formation at high altitudes
- Decreased fuel density due to temperature changes
- Solidification of heavy hydrocarbons at low temperatures (correct)
Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize the effects of waxing in jet fuel?
Which of the following is the most effective way to minimize the effects of waxing in jet fuel?
- Using a fuel heater in the engine's fuel system (correct)
- Increasing the specific gravity of the fuel
- Reducing the pressure on the fuel's surface during ascent
- Installing fuel booster pumps inside the fuel tanks
What is the primary cause of fuel boiling in jet aircraft?
What is the primary cause of fuel boiling in jet aircraft?
- Solidification of heavy hydrocarbons at low temperatures
- Disruption of the fuel control unit due to waxing
- Increased vapor formation due to decreased pressure at high altitudes (correct)
- Changes in the specific gravity of the fuel due to temperature variations
How do modern aircraft typically address the issue of fuel boiling?
How do modern aircraft typically address the issue of fuel boiling?
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How does the specific gravity (or density) of jet fuel affect engine performance?
How does the specific gravity (or density) of jet fuel affect engine performance?
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What is the primary purpose of adding fuel additives to jet fuel?
What is the primary purpose of adding fuel additives to jet fuel?
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What is the primary difference between Jet A-1 and Jet B fuels?
What is the primary difference between Jet A-1 and Jet B fuels?
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How do changes in the specific gravity of jet fuel affect the overall weight of the aircraft?
How do changes in the specific gravity of jet fuel affect the overall weight of the aircraft?
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What is the primary purpose of the fuel control unit in modern jet aircraft?
What is the primary purpose of the fuel control unit in modern jet aircraft?
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Which of the following is the most significant risk associated with the use of Jet B fuel in aircraft?
Which of the following is the most significant risk associated with the use of Jet B fuel in aircraft?
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