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What drives the variable displacement pump in the RAT during flight?
What drives the variable displacement pump in the RAT during flight?
What is the function of the deployment spring mechanism in the RAT?
What is the function of the deployment spring mechanism in the RAT?
How is the RAT retracted once it has been deployed?
How is the RAT retracted once it has been deployed?
In what position is the RAT held when it is retracted?
In what position is the RAT held when it is retracted?
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What initiates the activation of the RAT during flight?
What initiates the activation of the RAT during flight?
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Study Notes
RAT (Ram Air Turbine)
- The RAT is a variable displacement pump.
- The RAT is deployed during flight.
- The airstream turns the propeller which drives the variable displacement pump.
- The pump and propeller are mounted on a leg assembly.
- When retracted and stowed, the RAT is held behind the RAT assembly doors.
- The RAT is retracted hydraulically on the ground by a mechanic via a service panel.
- The RAT is activated by a pushbutton in the cockpit.
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This quiz covers the key features and functions of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT), a vital component used during flight. It explores how the RAT operates, its deployment mechanism, and the role of cockpit controls. Test your knowledge on this essential aerospace technology!
