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What is the main function of the de-ice fluid discussed in the passage?
What is the main function of the de-ice fluid discussed in the passage?
- To heat up the aircraft components
- To increase the aircraft's speed
- To prevent ice formation on the aircraft components (correct)
- To cool down the aircraft components
Which component of the aircraft is sprayed with de-icing fluid in the windshield de-ice system?
Which component of the aircraft is sprayed with de-icing fluid in the windshield de-ice system?
- Windshield (correct)
- Engine
- Propeller
- Wing
What mechanism is used to control the fluid flow rate in each pump motor?
What mechanism is used to control the fluid flow rate in each pump motor?
- Switch
- Fuse
- Battery
- Rheostat (variable resistor) (correct)
Where is the stationary nozzle installed in the propeller de-icing system?
Where is the stationary nozzle installed in the propeller de-icing system?
What is the purpose of a slinger ring in the anti-icing system?
What is the purpose of a slinger ring in the anti-icing system?
What role does a pump play in an anti-icing system?
What role does a pump play in an anti-icing system?
What is the purpose of the warning light in the cockpit?
What is the purpose of the warning light in the cockpit?
How is the resonant frequency induced in the coil around the probe?
How is the resonant frequency induced in the coil around the probe?
What mechanism keeps the probe heater on for a brief period?
What mechanism keeps the probe heater on for a brief period?
Why does ice formation on the probe lead to a reduction in its resonant frequency?
Why does ice formation on the probe lead to a reduction in its resonant frequency?
What happens if ice re-forms within the 55-second period while the warning light remains on?
What happens if ice re-forms within the 55-second period while the warning light remains on?
How does the ice shave system in aircraft detect ice formation on the probe?
How does the ice shave system in aircraft detect ice formation on the probe?
What is the preferred method of ice control for propellers?
What is the preferred method of ice control for propellers?
How is ice melted on the rubber boots attached to the propeller blades?
How is ice melted on the rubber boots attached to the propeller blades?
What is the purpose of the timer unit in the electrical propeller ice control system?
What is the purpose of the timer unit in the electrical propeller ice control system?
Why are electric elements set in insulating material on the propeller leading edges and spinner?
Why are electric elements set in insulating material on the propeller leading edges and spinner?
What is the significance of heating a consistent portion of each blade at the same time?
What is the significance of heating a consistent portion of each blade at the same time?
Which component plays a key role in carrying away the loosened ice from the propeller blades?
Which component plays a key role in carrying away the loosened ice from the propeller blades?
In which type of clouds is structural icing possible at very high altitudes?
In which type of clouds is structural icing possible at very high altitudes?
At what altitude is icing rare due to frozen droplets in clouds?
At what altitude is icing rare due to frozen droplets in clouds?
When does the potential for severe icing occur at almost any level?
When does the potential for severe icing occur at almost any level?
Which classification of ice is formed due to its appearance as clear ice?
Which classification of ice is formed due to its appearance as clear ice?
At what temperature range is medium icing categorized?
At what temperature range is medium icing categorized?
What altitude range is specified for most catastrophic inflight icing accidents?
What altitude range is specified for most catastrophic inflight icing accidents?
What type of power is supplied to the probe heater during testing on the ground?
What type of power is supplied to the probe heater during testing on the ground?
Which system controls the air-to-ground mode switch for the heaters?
Which system controls the air-to-ground mode switch for the heaters?
What is the purpose of the relays R7421 and R8268 during testing?
What is the purpose of the relays R7421 and R8268 during testing?
Which type of power is used by most systems when operating in air mode?
Which type of power is used by most systems when operating in air mode?
What is the purpose of the small line directed from the aircraft bleed air manifold?
What is the purpose of the small line directed from the aircraft bleed air manifold?
Which heaters are designed for continuous operation in freezing flight conditions?
Which heaters are designed for continuous operation in freezing flight conditions?
