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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?

Shows remaining fuel amount Signup and view all the answers

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

Tachometer Signup and view all the answers

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

Monitors engine power output Signup and view all the answers

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

Normal operating range Signup and view all the answers

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

Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge Signup and view all the answers

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

Oil temperature in degrees Signup and view all the answers

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

Outside Air Temperature Gauge Signup and view all the answers