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What material is often used for ducting in pneumatic systems?
What material is often used for ducting in pneumatic systems?
- Plastic
- Copper
- Aluminum alloy (correct)
- Rubber
Why is it crucial to remove frost deposits from an aircraft?
Why is it crucial to remove frost deposits from an aircraft?
- To improve aerodynamic lift and decrease drag (correct)
- To enhance the appearance of the aircraft
- To reduce the fuel consumption during flight
- To increase the weight of the aircraft for better stability
What should be done if snow or ice melts on an aircraft and the temperature drops?
What should be done if snow or ice melts on an aircraft and the temperature drops?
- Apply a frost remover immediately
- Prevent the possible re-freezing of the liquid (correct)
- Ensure the melted snow or ice refreezes on the aircraft
- Leave the melted snow or ice as it is
How are the duct sections typically attached to each other?
How are the duct sections typically attached to each other?
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What can cause ice to form on the aircraft's external surfaces?
What can cause ice to form on the aircraft's external surfaces?
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What solution can be used to locate leaks in ducting?
What solution can be used to locate leaks in ducting?
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What purpose do stainless steel expansion bellows serve in the ducting?
What purpose do stainless steel expansion bellows serve in the ducting?
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Why is pressure testing of ducts important, especially in pressurized aircraft?
Why is pressure testing of ducts important, especially in pressurized aircraft?
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When should de-icing fluid be applied to an aircraft?
When should de-icing fluid be applied to an aircraft?
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Why are hermetically sealed sealing rings used in joining duct sections?
Why are hermetically sealed sealing rings used in joining duct sections?
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