Gyroscopic Instruments and Principles
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What is the main function of a tachometer in an aircraft?

  • Indicates engine temperature
  • Monitors fuel flow rate
  • Measures oil pressure
  • Shows revolutions per minute of the engine (correct)
  • In an aircraft, what does the yellow range on the tachometer signify?

  • Caution range (correct)
  • Maximum allowable RPM
  • Normal operating range
  • Minimum RPM for takeoff
  • Which instrument provides direct information about the oil system's operation in an aircraft?

  • Tachometer
  • Manifold Pressure Gauge
  • Oil Pressure Gauge (correct)
  • Fuel Flow Meter
  • What is the purpose of a fuel quantity gauge in an aircraft?

    <p>Shows remaining fuel amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is crucial for predicting many aspects of aircraft performance at different RPM settings?

    <p>Tachometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a manifold pressure gauge in an aircraft?

    <p>Monitors engine power output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the green range on a tachometer signify in an aircraft?

    <p>Normal operating range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is used to monitor the exhaust gas temperature in an aircraft?

    <p>Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information does an oil temperature gauge provide in an aircraft?

    <p>Oil temperature in degrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is responsible for showing the outside air temperature in an aircraft?

    <p>Outside Air Temperature Gauge</p> Signup and view all the answers

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