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What action is performed by moving the propeller control levers fully aft?
What action is performed by moving the propeller control levers fully aft?
How long does it take for feathering to occur?
How long does it take for feathering to occur?
What must be done to unfeather a propeller?
What must be done to unfeather a propeller?
What happens when the propeller control is moved into the FEATHER position?
What happens when the propeller control is moved into the FEATHER position?
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Which of the following describes the state of the propeller during unfeathering?
Which of the following describes the state of the propeller during unfeathering?
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Study Notes
Propeller Control
- Propeller levers are located in the center of the power control quadrant.
- Feathering a propeller is achieved by moving the control fully aft through the low RPM detent, into the FEATHER position.
- Feathering takes approximately six seconds.
- Unfeathering is done by moving the propeller control forward and engaging the starter until the propeller is windmilling.
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This quiz focuses on the operation and control of propellers in aviation. It covers essential details like the location of propeller levers and the processes of feathering and unfeathering a propeller. Test your knowledge on these critical aspects of aircraft propulsion.