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What should a student do before carrying out the start procedure?
What should a student do before carrying out the start procedure?
- Consult with the aircraft manufacturer
- Obtain clearance from the academy's training manager
- Get permission from the local airport authorities
- Seek start clearance from fireguard or observer DEFENCE AEROSKILLS TRAINING ACADEMY (correct)
What is an important safety precaution to observe during engine runs?
What is an important safety precaution to observe during engine runs?
- Inspecting the runway surface
- Checking the weather forecast
- Monitoring radio communication
- Observing RPM or torque limits imposed during ground runs (correct)
What is a critical consideration when carrying out engine runs?
What is a critical consideration when carrying out engine runs?
- Checking the aircraft's landing gear
- Observing engine load restrictions when recording engine parameters (correct)
- Monitoring the cabin air pressure
- Assessing wind direction only
What should be done after the engine has started and stabilized at idle?
What should be done after the engine has started and stabilized at idle?
What instrument reading is particularly emphasized during engine runs?
What instrument reading is particularly emphasized during engine runs?
What is the purpose of reading and recording indications accurately in aviation?
What is the purpose of reading and recording indications accurately in aviation?
Why is it important to read instruments from a front-on position?
Why is it important to read instruments from a front-on position?
Which one of the following is an example of an emergency situation that could be encountered in aviation?
Which one of the following is an example of an emergency situation that could be encountered in aviation?
What is the main risk associated with neglecting emergency procedures in aviation?
What is the main risk associated with neglecting emergency procedures in aviation?
Why do emergency situations need operators to follow relevant corrective actions and shut down procedures immediately?
Why do emergency situations need operators to follow relevant corrective actions and shut down procedures immediately?
What is the purpose of feathering a propeller during an engine fire emergency?
What is the purpose of feathering a propeller during an engine fire emergency?
Why is it crucial to shut off the batteries/ground power during an engine fire emergency?
Why is it crucial to shut off the batteries/ground power during an engine fire emergency?
What is the primary benefit of feathering a propeller in an engine fire emergency?
What is the primary benefit of feathering a propeller in an engine fire emergency?
During an engine fire, what should crew members do before vacating the aircraft?
During an engine fire, what should crew members do before vacating the aircraft?
Why is radio call to airfield tower for fire-crew assistance essential during an engine fire emergency?
Why is radio call to airfield tower for fire-crew assistance essential during an engine fire emergency?
What is the purpose of the pre-start walk-around for an aircraft engine run?
What is the purpose of the pre-start walk-around for an aircraft engine run?
Why is it important to remove or secure materials that could be ingested by the engine?
Why is it important to remove or secure materials that could be ingested by the engine?
What does a FOD walk-around involve?
What does a FOD walk-around involve?
Why are blast deflectors important during an engine run?
Why are blast deflectors important during an engine run?
What is a key safety precaution mentioned for external power during pre-start checks?
What is a key safety precaution mentioned for external power during pre-start checks?
What makes performing maintenance or operating around helicopters a dangerous task?
What makes performing maintenance or operating around helicopters a dangerous task?
Which of the following is true regarding engine intake areas?
Which of the following is true regarding engine intake areas?
What is a key safety precaution mentioned in the text regarding engine run danger areas?
What is a key safety precaution mentioned in the text regarding engine run danger areas?
Why is it essential to use blast deflectors around gas turbine engines?
Why is it essential to use blast deflectors around gas turbine engines?
What is the impact of engine noise levels according to the text?
What is the impact of engine noise levels according to the text?
What additional risks exist on turbopropeller aircraft?
What additional risks exist on turbopropeller aircraft?
Why are ADF maintenance personnel generally not authorized to perform engine runs on rotary wing aircraft?
Why are ADF maintenance personnel generally not authorized to perform engine runs on rotary wing aircraft?
What is a unique operating hazard helicopters present regardless of the operator?
What is a unique operating hazard helicopters present regardless of the operator?
Why is extreme danger present during night-time operation of propeller-driven aircraft?
Why is extreme danger present during night-time operation of propeller-driven aircraft?
What type of safety measures may be in place to counteract dangers around an engine?
What type of safety measures may be in place to counteract dangers around an engine?
What is the impact of loud and persistent noise around a running engine?
What is the impact of loud and persistent noise around a running engine?
How can alternative communication be maintained in the presence of loud engine noise?
How can alternative communication be maintained in the presence of loud engine noise?
What is a potential hazard associated with specialised headset communication equipment?
What is a potential hazard associated with specialised headset communication equipment?
Why is it important to record start peaks in area A during engine runs?
Why is it important to record start peaks in area A during engine runs?
What action should be taken if there are persistent starts in area B during engine runs?
What action should be taken if there are persistent starts in area B during engine runs?
What are the potential consequences of ignoring engine operating limits?
What are the potential consequences of ignoring engine operating limits?