DA-42 NG: Normal Operating ProceduresTechnical Specific — DGCA CPL practice questions
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The engine control unit self-test on the ground is carried out:
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Q1. The engine control unit self-test on the ground is carried out:
- A.At full power
- B.At idle, with RPM below about 900✓
- C.Only in flight
- D.During the take-off roll
Why: The test cycles between the two control units; both cautions must extinguish and the engine must run normally afterwards.
Q2. Before take-off, the fuel pumps should be:
- A.Both OFF
- B.Both ON✓
- C.One ON, one OFF
- D.Selected to crossfeed
Why: The same applies for approach and landing.
Q3. Take-off power may be used for a maximum of:
- A.1 minute
- B.2 minutes
- C.5 minutes✓
- D.10 minutes
Why: 5 minutes.
Q4. The variable elevator stop limits elevator up-travel when both engines are above approximately:
- A.20% power✓
- B.50% power
- C.75% power
- D.92% power
Why: Travel is limited to 13° instead of the full 15.5°. A STICK LIMIT caution indicates a malfunction of this system.
Q5. In a strong crosswind, steering during the take-off roll may be augmented using:
- A.The ailerons alone
- B.Differential toe braking✓
- C.Asymmetric flap
- D.The autopilot
Why: Differential toe braking.
Q6. If a take-off is inadvertently commenced with the canopy in the cooling-gap position, you should:
- A.Continue the flight normally
- B.Attempt to close it in flight
- C.Land and close it properly✓
- D.Increase speed to force it shut
Why: The cooling-gap position is approved for ground operation only.
Q7. The engines are shut down using:
- A.The fuel selectors
- B.The ENGINE MASTER switches✓
- C.The electrical master switch
- D.The mixture levers
Why: Which also feathers the propellers as part of the sequence.
Q8. When the lower white flap indicator light is illuminated, the flaps are in the:
- A.Cruise (UP) position
- B.Approach position
- C.Landing position✓
- D.Transit position
Why: The upper green light is CRUISE (UP) and the centre white light is APPROACH. Two lights together mean the flaps are in transit.
Q9. The rudder pedals may be adjusted:
- A.At any time
- B.On the ground only✓
- C.In the cruise only
- D.Only by maintenance
Why: On the ground only.
Q10. Cabin heating is supplied from:
- A.An electrical heater
- B.A combustion heater
- C.Engine heat, using the right engine for the cabin and the left for demisting✓
- D.Bleed air from the turbocharger
Why: Engine heat, using the right engine for the cabin and the left for demisting.