MODULE 6: MATERIALS AND HARDWARES

6.1(a) Aircraft Materials Ferrous

Question 1 A1M06.1(a)(1)L1 Ferrous metal is a metallic material that A. B. C. contains less than 50% iron contains at least 50% iron contains no iron at all Question 2 A1M06.1(a)(2)L1 The property of a metal that can be stretched and return to its original size and shape after its deformation is called A. B. C. elasticity brittleness conductivity Question 3 A1M06.1(a)(3)L1 Brittleness is the property of a metal to A. B. C. break when bent, deformed or hammered allows it to be drawn into thinner sections without breaking transmit heat or electrical energy by conduction Question 4 A1M06.1(a)(4)L1 The softest carbon steel is A. B. C. medium carbon steel dead mild steel high carbon steel Question 5 A1M06.1(a)(5)L1 Annealing is the process to A. harden the metal B. soften the metal C. normalize the metal Question 6 A1M06.1(a)(6)L1 The property of a metal which can be drawn into thinner sections without breaking is known as:A. Toughness B. Malleability C. Ductility

Question 7 A1M06.1(a)(7)L1 Metal fatigue is a failure of metal due to continuous application of A. tensile load B. alternating stresses C. compression load Question 8 AM06.1(a)(8)L1 Annealing is the heat treatment process given to a metal to A. Make it hard and to withstand shock load B. Make it soft and to improve machineability C. Reduce internal strain and increase its toughness Question 9 A1M06.1(a)(9)L1 The hardness and strength of alloy steel depends:A. On the carbon content in the steel B. On other elements in the steel C. On the temperature during manufacture Question 10 A1M06.1(a)(10)L1 Strain hardware alloys are alloys that can be:A. Hardened only by cold working B. Softened by cold working C. Hardened only by tempering process Question 11 A1M06.1(a)(11)L1 The main advantage of adding nickel in an alloy is to :A. Increase its resistance to corrosion B. Increase its conductivity C. Increase its resistance to metal fatigue Question 12 A1M06.1(a)(12)L1 The letter T after four-digit code number (e.g. 2024-T3) for an alloy indicates:A. Strain hardened alloy B. Heat treatable alloy C. The total percentage of alloying elements

Question 13 A1M06.1(a)(13)L1 In the numbering system for aluminium alloys (e.g. 2024) the first digit (2) represents:A. The percentage of carbon in the alloy B. The amount of the magnesium in the metal C. The main alloying element is Copper in the alloy Question 14 A1M06.1(a)(14)L1 Which of the following materials contains 50% or more iron? A. ferrous metal B. non-ferrous metal C. composite material Question 15 A1M06.1(a)(15)L1 The failure of a metal due to continuous application of alternating stresses is known as: A. brittleness B. elasticity C. fatigue Question 16 A1M06.1(a)(6a)L1 Ductility of a metal is the property of the metal to: A. stretch and recover its size and shape after deformation B. drawn into thinner section without breaking C. break when bent, deformed or hammered Question 17 A1M06.1(a)(16)L1 The four main groups of carbon steel are: A. dead mild steel, mild steel, medium carbon steel and cast iron steel B. dead mild steel, mild steel, medium carbon steel and high carbon steel C. dead mild steel, mild steel, medium carbon steel and stainless steel Question 18 A1M06.1(a)(17)L1 Which steel making furnace can provide the highest temperature? A. Bessemer Converter B. Electric Furnace C. Crucible Furnace

Question 19 A1M06.1(a)(18)L1 One of the following is a characteristic of Grey Cast iron A. It is brittle B. It is tough C. It is very ductile Question 20 A1M06.1(a)(8a)L1 The term used to describe the heat treatment process to soften steel is A. Annealing B. Case Hardening C. Tempering

6.2(a) Aircraft Materials - Non-Ferrous

Question 1 A1M06.2(a)(1)L1 What is alloy? A. a mixture of iron and carbon B. a mixture of chemical and iron C. a mixture of two or more metal alloy Question 2 A1M06.2(a)(2)L1 Cold working can only be carried out on: A. soft metal B. hard metal C. extremely hard metal Question 3 A1M06.2(a)(3)L1 The two nickel alloys commonly used in aircraft are: A. monel and inconel B. Nimonic and inconel X C. Nickel and copper Question 4 A1M06.2(a)(4)L1 The letter H after the four-digit code number for an alloy indicates: A. high carbon steel B. heat treatment C. strain hardened Question 5 A1M06.2(a)(5)L1 The heat treatment process that relieves the internal strain set up by hardening is known as: A. annealing B. cladding C. tempering Question 6 A1M06.2(a)(6)L1 Taps and dies are manufactured from:A. Low carbon steel B. Medium carbon steel C. High carbon steel

Question 7 A1M06.2(a)(7)L1 The process carried out on soft metal to increase its strength by Strain Hardening without heat treatment is called: A. cold working B. anodizing C. tempering Question 8 A1M06.2(a)(8)L1 What is the purpose of an alloy? A. To improve on the ductility of the basic metal only B. To improve the properties of the basic metals C. To enable the basic metal to be free from fatigue Question 9 A1M06.2(a)(9)L1 As a technical personnel working on aircraft, you need to be familiar with two types of nickel alloys which are: A. monel and inconel B. nimonic and K monel C. inconel and inconel X Question 10 A1M06.2(a)(10)L1 High Carbon Steel is classified as? A. Steel having 5% carbon added to the iron B. Steel having 1% carbon added to the iron C. Steel having other alloys added to the iron Question 11 A1M06.2(a)(11)L1 Which one of the following alloys can be hardened only by cold working? A. Strain hardened alloys B. Heat treatable alloys C. Case hardened alloys Question 12 A1M06.2(a)(12)L1 In the alloy code 2024 T3, what does the letter T3 indicate? A. The alloy is strain hardened B. The alloy is copper based C. The alloy is heat treatable

6.3Aircraft Materials - Composite and non-metallic

Question 1 A1M06.3(1)L1 What is composite material? A. a mixture of two or more metal alloys that merge and dissolve together B. a mixture of iron and carbon C. a mixture of two or more different materials that do not merge or dissolve together Question 2 A1M06.3(2)L1 The term cold curing used in composite repair refers to: A. laminated composite resin allowed to cure at room temperature (21 c) B. laminated composite put in an oven to activate the resin C. laminated composite resin allowed to cure in an autoclave Question 3 A1M06.3(3)L1 Sealants which differ from gaskets are available in: A. Semi- solid and solid state B. liquid and semi-solid state C. liquid form only Question 4 A1M06.3(4)L1 The third or last coating of sealant applied to seal integral fuel tank is called: A. interfay sealing B. fillet sealing C. brush-on sealing Question 5 A1M06.3(5)L1 The type of composite structure damage that is beyond limits and must be replaced is called: A. negligible damage B. repairable damage C. non-repairable damage

Question 6 A1M06.3(6)L1 Which manual must be referred during composite repair on aircraft? A. The Aircraft Maintenance Manual B. The Illustrated Part Catalogue C. The Structural Repair Manual

6.3.1 Composite and non-metallic (other than wood and fabric)

Question 1 A1M06.3.1(1)L1 The combinations of two or more materials that do not dissolve or merge into each other and retain their individual identities is known as: A. alloy B. carbon steel C. composites Question 2 A1M06.3.1(2)L1 Where would you obtain information regarding the procedures when carrying out composite repair? A. structural repair manual B. aircraft maintenance manual C. illustrated parts catalogue. Question 3 A1M06.3.1(3)L1 The system where laminated composite resin is allowed to cure at room temperature of 21C, is the: A. hot curing system B. cold curing system C. D. heat treatment system Question 4 A1M06.3.1(4)L1 Where would you obtain information regarding the mixing ratio of a two part sealant? A. aircraft log book B. structural repair manual C. illustrated parts catalogue Question 5 A1M06.3.1(5)L1 If the sealant is not used within the usable pot life, what action would you take? A. discard the sealant and a new batch mixed B. store the sealant and use it one hour later C. mix the sealant with new sealant and re-use Question 6 A1M06.3.1(6)L1 The advantage of using composites in modern aircraft is:A. higher strength / weight ratio B. ability to withstand very high temperature C. ability to absorb moisture

Question 7 A1M06.3.1(7)L1 The system where laminates are put in an oven or an autoclave to activate the resin is called? A. Cold curing system B. Hot curing system C. Heat treatment system Question 8 A1M06.3.1(8)L1 The length of time the resin will remain workable after the catalyst has been added, is called:A. Pot life B. Cure time C. Shelf time Question 9 A1M06.3.1(9)L1 At what ambient temperature the sealants should not be applied? A. Above 15C B. Below 15C C. Below 0C Question 10 A1M06.3.1(10)L1 The first coating of the sealant applied to seal integral fuel tanks before they are riveted or bonded together is called? A. Fillet Sealing B. Interfay Sealing C. Final Brush-on Sealant Question 11 A1M06.3.1(3a)L1 Definition of cold curing system in composites repair is A. The system where the laminated composites resin is allowed to cure at a room temperature of 21c B. The system where the laminated composites resin is allowed to cure at a room temperature of 15c C. The system where the laminated composites are prepared and put into an auto-clave to activate the resin Question 12 A1M06.3.1(8a)L1 Which term refers to the length of time a resin will remain workable after the catalyst has been added? A. Pot life B. Shelf life C. Cure life

Question 13 A1M06.3.1(10a)L1 The term that defines the process of initially coating a sealant on structural parts before they are riveted or bonded together, is A. Fillet sealing B. Interfay sealing C. Final brush-on sealing Question 14 A1M06.3.1(11)L1 How should sealant be applied to a bolt? A. It should be applied on the shank and under the bolt head B. It should be applied on the screw thread only C. It should be done when the temperature is below 5c Question 15 A1M06.3.1(12)L1 Which of the following is used to detect internal damage of composite structure such as delaminations, core crush and subsurface defects? A. The Coin tapping B. The Dye penetrant test C. The ultrasonic tester Question 16 A1M06.3.1(12)L1 The type of aircraft composite structure damage that may be corrected by a simple procedure with no flight restrictions, is A. Negligible B. Repairable C. Non Repairable

6.3.2 Wooden structures

Question 1 A1M06.3.2(1)L1 Name the reference wood used for aircraft structures during the early years A. white pine B. Sitka spruce C. Douglas fir Question 2 A1M06.3.2(2)L1 Aircraft wood damage is mainly caused by: A. Moisture B. Salt C. mercury Question 3 A1M06.3.2(3)L1 What is used to check the moisture content of wood? A. Moisture meter B. Thermometer C. Multi Meter Question 4 A1M06.3.24()L1 What are the conditions that cause the most damage to wood? A. moisture, temperature and sunlight B. corrosion, temperature and heat C. corrosion and sunlight

6.3.3 Fabric covering A1M06.3.3()L1

Question 1 A1M06.3.3(1)L1 Dope is applied to fabric covering of wooden aircraft for A. fire prevention B. Reducing weight and tear proof C. Stiffening and protecting it from weather elements Question 2 A1M06.3.3(2)L1 The term used to describe the defect in wood such as separation or cracks along the grain (the greater part of which may occur at the common boundary of two rings), is A. Check B. Shake C. Knot

6.4(a) Corrosion
Question 1 A1M06.4(a)(1)L1 Microbiological corrosion in integral fuel tank with aviation kerosene is caused by: A. bacteria and fungus B. virus and stress action C. fungus and heat Question 2 A1M06.4(a)(2)L1 Galvanic corrosion is often identified as: A. reddish powder on the surface B. blisters on the surface C. pitting on the surface Question 3 A1M06.4(a)(3)L1 Which term best describes the corrosion that is caused by two dissimilar metals in contact with each other? A. Microbiological corrosion B. Stress corrosion C. Galvanic corrosion Question 4 A1M06.4(a)(1a)L1 Microbiological corrosion found in integral fuel tanks is caused by bacteria and fungus found in aviation ----------A. kerosene B. gasoline C. petrol

6.4(b) Corrosion LEVEL 2

Question 1 A1M06.4(b)(1)L2 The corrosion that is caused by areas of potential difference within the metal grain is known as: A. surface corrosion B. Pitting corrosion C. Inter-granular corrosion Question 2 A1M06.4(b)(2)L2 Surface corrosion on ferrous materials is identified by: A. brownish powder B. Blue greenish salt C. Whitish grey powder Question 3 A1M06.4(b)(3)L2 Microbiological corrosion will only happen in: A. Aviation Gasoline (Avgas) integral fuel tanks B. Aviation Kerosene (Avtur) integral fuel tanks C. Engine lubrication oil tanks Question 4 A1M06.4(b)(4)L2 Fretting corrosion is caused by: A. rubbing of two moving parts or surfaces B. potential differences between the metal grains C. Internal stress during manufacture of the part Question 5 A1M06.4(b)(5)L2 Corrosion on Aluminium Alloy parts are identified by: A. reddish brown powder B. Blue greenish powder C. Whitish grey powder Question 6 A1M06.4(b)(6)L2 Indication of corrosion of Copper and its alloy is:A. Blue-green salt B. Red powder C. Whitish powder

Question 7 A1M06.4(b)(7)L2 Stress corrosion can be indicated by: A. whitish powder on the surface of the structure B. pitting on the surface of the structure C. fine cracks on the surface of the structure Question 8 A1M06.4(b)(8)L2 Corrosion found on ferrous metal is indicated by: A. reddish-brown powder on the surface B. whitish-grey powder on the surface C. blue-greenish salt on the surface Question 9 A1M06.4(b)(1a)L2 Inter-granular corrosion is caused by potential difference within metal grains and is most likely to be found in: A. Alloys B. Composite materials C. Stainless steel Question 10 A1M06.4(b)(1b)L2 What causes Inter-granular corrosion which is normally found in alloys? A. Potential difference within the metal grain B. Potential difference between two similar metals C. Local breakdown of natural or applied protective layers Question 11 A1M06.4(b)(9)L2 Which of the following indicates the evidence of corrosion on an Aluminium alloy? A. A greenish powdery deposit B. A reddish brown powdery deposit C. A greyish white powdery deposit Question 12 A1M06.4(b)(10)L2 Corrosion on copper tubing in the aircraft is indicated by A. A bluish Green deposit B. A reddish brown deposit C. A white powdery deposit

Question 13 A1M06.4(b)(4)L2 Indication of surface corrosion on a Flight Control Cable is A. A reddish brown powder B. A whitish grey powder C. A bluish green powder

6.5.1 Screw threads LEVEL 2

Question 1 A1M06.5.1(1)L2 The distance measured parallel to screw axis between corresponding points (crest to crest) on consecutive thread forms is called: A. Flank B. Truncation C. Pitch Question 2 A1M06.5.1(2)L2 The angle between the flanks of the thread that form twice the flank angle is called: A. Thread angle B. Flank angle C. Right angle Question 3 A1M06.5.1(3)L2 A truncation thread is one having A. flat crests B. round crests C. half round crests Question 4 A1M06.5.1(4)L2 That part of the surface of the thread which connects adjacent flanks at the top of the thread is called:(a) crest (b) Root (c) Truncation Question 5 A1M06.5.1(5)L2 What is the name of the pitch that has few threads per inch? (a) Fine Pitch (b) Coarse Pitch (c) Medium Pitch Question 6 A1M06.5.1(6)L2 Which three countries introduced the Unified Thread? (a) Canada, USA and UK (b) Canada, Russia and UK (c) Canada, USA and Japan

Question 7 A1M06.5.1(7)L2 The Unified Thread that is designed for increased fatigue strength is known as:(a) U.N.C (b) U.N.F (c) U.N.J Question 8 A1M06.5.1()8L2 The advantage of using a fine pitch screw thread is: A. greater resistance to slackening under vibration B. greater lead that gives more rapid action C. stronger threads (but weaker core diameter) Question 9 A1M06.5.1(9)L2 A truncation screw thread is the one with: A. a flat crest B. a round crest C. a triangular crest Question 10 A1M06.5.1(10)L2 What defines lead in screw thread terminology? A. The distance from one point of the crest to the other crest B. The distance from the root to the crest C. The axial distance advanced by the screw in one revolution Question 11 A1M06.5.1(11)L2 The Major Diameter of a nut is defined as A. The distance taken from one crest to the other crest B. The distance taken from one root to the other root C. The distance taken from the crest to the root Question 12 A1M06.5.1(8a)L2 What is the advantage of using Fine Pitch Screw Thread on an aircraft bolt? A. It is more resistant to slackening under vibration B. It is lighter in weight C. It gives a more rapid action due to its greater lead

6.5.2 Bolts, studs and screws LEVEL 2

Question 1 A1M06.5.2(1)L2 The type of nut that can withstand severe vibration without loosening is: A. non-self locking nut B. self-locking nut C. castellated nut Question 2 A1M06.5.2(2)L2 The stud with a projecting surface that gives extra support and resistance to any side pressure is known as a: A. shouldered stud B. waisted stud C. standard stud Question 3 A1M06.5.2(3)L2 The AN number of the screw indicates the:A. Types of screw head B. Material of screw C. Diameter of screw Question 4 A1M06.5.2(4)L2 What is the purpose of the waisted stud? A. Weight-saving, without losing any of its strength B. Provide a stronger anchorage when located in soft metal C. Provide resistance to any side pressure Question 5 A1M06.5.2(5)L2 Aircraft bolts having Unified Threads can be identified from: A. a triangle on the bolt head B. the three circles with their borders touching, on the bolt head C. the three parallel lines on the bolt head Question 6 A1M06.5.2(6)L2 Small bolts and nuts used in aircraft radio and other electrical equipment have screw threads of: A. British Association (BA) B. British Standard Whitworth C. American National Coarse

Question 7 A1M06.5.2(7)L2 The type of stud with plain shank reduced to the minor diameter of the screw thread for saving weight is called: A. shouldered stud B. waisted stud C. standard stud Question 8 A1M06.5.2(8)L2 In the AN Numbering System, the letter DD in AN 509 DD- 8- 6, indicates: A. type of head on the screw B. material used on the screw C. diameter and length of the screw Question 9 A1M06.5.2(1a)L2 Which one of the following characteristics identifies aircraft bolts that have Unified Thread? A. Two parallel lines marked on the bolt head B. A triangle marked on the bolt head C. three circles with their borders touching, marked on the bolt head Question 10 A1M06.5.2(9)L2 The advantage of using a self locking nut on aircraft is: A. It will not corrode B. It will not shake loose under severe vibration C. It can withstand very high torque and temperature (800c) Question 11 A1M06.5.2(10)L2 The letters DD in the aircraft screw coding - AN509DD-8-6, indicate: A. Type of screw head B. Length of the screw C. Material of the screw Question 12 A1M06.5.2(2a)L2 The term that is used to describe a stud with a projecting round plate that gives extra support and resistance to any side pressure is: A. A shouldered stud B. A stepped stud C. A waisted stud

Question 13 A1M06.5.2(11)L2 Which type of stud can be used as a replacement stud fitted in a housing that has been re-drilled and tapped with a larger diameter thread? A. A stepped stud B. A shouldered stud C. A standard stud Question 14 A1M06.5.2(12)L2 The procedure for an Ezy-out on a broken stud is A. A hole is drilled centrally in stud. Ezy-out is inserted and turned in a clockwise direction with a tap wrench B. A hole is drilled centrally in stud. Ezy-out is inserted and turned in an anti-clockwise direction with a tap wrench C. A hole is drilled centrally in stud. Ezy-out is inserted and pulled up with a tap wrench Question 15 A1M06.5.2(13)L2 The procedure for locking a Dzus fastener is A. The stud is turned quarter of a turn in a clockwise direction B. The stud is turned quarter of a turn in an anticlockwise direction C. The stud is turned a complete turn (360o) in a clockwise direction

6.5.3 Locking devices LEVEL 2

Question 1 A1M06.5.3(1)L2 How many times can a split pin be used? A. once only B. twice only C. as long as the condition of the split pin is still good Question 2 A1M06.5.3(2)L2 How often can a spring washer be used? A. once only B. twice only C. as long as it is still springy and the edges are sharp Question 3 A1M06.5.3(3)L2 How many times can a tap washer be used? A. Once B. Twice C. Can be reused if the condition is good Question 4 A1M06.5.3(1a)L2 Which type of locking devices is used once only? A. Spring Washer B. Split Pins C. Locking plates Question 5 A1M06.5.3(3a)L2 Which type of locking device is used once only? A. Locking plate B. Tap washer C. Spring washer Question 6 A1M06.5.3(4)L2 Split pin is used with a: A. plain nut B. self locking nut C. slotted castellated nut

Question 7 A1M06.5.3(5)L2 Which type of locking device can be re-used provided it is still a good fit on the nut or bolt? A. locking plate B. split pin C. tap washer Question 8 A1M06.5.3(4a)L2 What type of locking device is used with a slotted castellated nut? A. A circlip B. A locking plate C. A split pin

6.5.4 Aircraft rivets LEVEL 1

Question 1 A1M06.5.4(1)L1 The 5056 rivet is used for: A. riveting nickel-steel alloy parts B. riveting magnesium alloy parts C. riveting corrosion resistant steel parts Question 2 A1M06.5.4(2)L1 Which type of blind rivets is the strongest? A. Hollow, pull-through B. Friction-lock C. Mechanical lock-stem self plugging Question 3 A1M06.5.4(1a)L1 What is the type of rivet used for riveting magnesium alloy structures? A. A 2117 rivet B. A 2024 rivet C. A 5056 rivet

6.6 Pipes and Unions 6.6(a) LEVEL 2

Question 1 A1M06.6(a)(1)L2 Teflon material is used in the flexible hose assemblies due to: A. its ability to withstand cuts and damage B. its ability to withstand higher temperature and pressure C. its ability to be twisted and fire proof Question 2 A1M06.6(a)(2)L2 Flare fitting of pipe provides sealing surface and is subject to:A. Extremely high pressure B. High pressure C. Low or medium pressure Question 3 A1M06.6(a)(3)L2 Which type of pipe fittings cannot be removed and reused? A. Flare B. Bead and clamp C. Swaged Question 4 A1M06.6(a)(1a)L2 The type of material used in flexible hose assemblies that can withstand higher temperature and pressure compared to synthetic rubber is: A. Teflon B. Natural rubber C. Asbestos Question 5 A1M06.6(a)(5)L2 Flared coupling in a rigid pipeline provides sealing surface that is subjected to: A. extremely high pressure B. high pressure C. low pressure Question 6 A1M06.6(a)(5a)L2 Type of rigid pipe fittings that can be subjected to extremely high pressure is A. The swaged B. The flared C. Bead and clamp fitting

Question 7 A1M06.6(a)(6)L2 Stainless Steel rigid pipes are extensively used on aircraft in the A. Low pressure hydraulic systems B. High pressure hydraulic systems C. Medium pressure hydraulic systems

6.6(b) LEVEL 2
Question 1 A1M06.6(b)(1)L2 The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) schedule numbers indicate:A. Wall thickness of pipe for different pressure uses B. Length of pipe for different pressure uses C. Internal diameter of pipe Question 2 A1M06.6(b)(1a)L2 In American National Standards Institute (ANSI) rigid pipe Table, if the schedule number is higher, the material used in the pipe is: A. thinner B. thicker C. stainless steel Question 3 A1M06.6(b)(1b)L2 American National Standards Institute ( ANSI ) assigns a schedule number to indicate wall thickness of rigid pipes. A higher schedule number indicates A. Thicker wall of the pipe B. Thinner wall of the pipe C. Greater length of the pipe

6.8 Bearings LEVEL 1

Question 1 A1M06.8(1)L1 The type of bearings used in aircraft wheels are: A. tapered roller bearings B. needle roller bearings C. ball bearings Question 2 A1M06.8(2)L1 Which part of the ball bearing rotates together with the shaft? A. cage B. outer race C. inner race Question 3 A1M06.8(3)L1 Ball bearings are capable of withstanding two kinds of loading :A. Radial and thrust loads B. Radial and tensile loads C. Thrust and compression loads Question 4 A1M06.8(4)L1 The type of bearings that do not roll like balls or rollers but slide, is known as:A. Plain bearing B. Ball bearing C. Roller bearing Question 5 A1M06.8(5)L1 Which type of bearing is capable of taking radial and thrust load? A. plain bearing B. roller bearing C. ball bearing Question 6 A1M06.8(6)L1 Which part of the bearing is stationary? A. the outer race B. the inner race C. the rolling elements

Question 7 A1M06.8(7)L1 Taper roller bearings used in aircraft wheels are designed to take on A. Only radial load B. Radial and axial/thrust loads C. Only very light side load

6.10 Control Cables LEVEL 1

Question 1 A1M06.10(1)L1 A 7x19 aircraft control cable will have: A. 7 strands and 19 wires in each strand B. 19 strands and 7 wires in each strand C. 7mm. diameter and 19 meters in length Question 2 A1M06.10(2)L1 What is the purpose of the turnbuckles fitted in the cable system? A. making minor adjustments in cable length and to adjust cable tension B. making minor adjustment to the pulley C. automatically adjust cable length due to thermal expansion Question 3 A1M06.10(3)L1 Pulleys fitted in a cable system are to: A. reduce friction B. align the cable C. change the direction of operation of the cable Question 4 A1M06.10(4)L1 What is used to ensure that the cable remains on the pulley? A. cable guide or retainer B. cable end fitting C. pulley bearing Question 5 A1M06.10(5)L1 What type of operation is the Bowden Cable designed for: A. pull operation only B. push operation only C. push and pull operation Question 6 A1M06.10(6)L1 What is the basic component of a cable? A. End fitting B. Wire C. Tube

Question 7 A1M06.10(2a)L1 In a aircraft control cable system, what is used to make minor adjustments in cable length and tension? A. Pulley B. Cable guide C. Turnbuckles Question 8 3a A1M06.10(7)L1 Pulley fitted in the cable system is to:A. Change the direction of operation of the cable B. Reduce friction C. Provide minor adjustments in cable length Question 9 A1M06.10(8)L1 The type of cable system that is designed for pull operation only is called:A. Teleflex control cable system B. Bowden control cable system C. Chain control system

Question 10 A1M06.10(9)L1 Which is used to ensure that the cable remains on the pulley? A. Pulley bearing B. Cable end fitting C. Cable guide or retainer Question 11 A1M06.10(10)L1 In a flight control system, what is used to give support on long straight runs of the cable to prevent the cable from flexing? A. pulley guard B. pulley C. cable end fitting Question 12 A1M06.10(11)L1 How would you identify a left-handed thread in a turnbuckle barrel? A. by a groove or knurl around the end of the barrel B. by a red colour band painted around the end of the barrel C. by the letter L/H stamped around the end of the barrel

Question 13 A1M06.10(12)L1 The Bowden control is for pull operation only and on release of the control lever, the cable is returned by: A. a retainer B. a cable C. a spring Question 14 A1M06.10(13)L1 When fitting an aircraft control cable, the misalignment between cable and pulley must not exceed: A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 Question 15 A1M06.10(14)L1 To ensure that the cable end fitting is properly swaged to the cable, it must be checked with: A. a Micrometer B. a Vernier Caliper C. a GO-NO-GO gauge Question 16 A1M06.10(2b)L1 To make minor adjustments in cable length and to adjust cable tension, use A. The turnbuckle B. The pulley C. The bell crank Question 17 A1M06.10(3b)L1 Which component in a flight control system changes the direction of movement of the control cables? A. The cable guide B. The pulley C. The turnbuckle Question 18 A1M06.10(15)L1 Aircraft chains are classified by: A. The pitch of its links B. The diameter of the bearing pin C. The material and over-all length

Question 19 A1M06.10(16)L1 Teleflex cables in aircraft control systems are used for: A. pull operation only B. pull and push operation C. Locking control surfaces

6.11 Electrical Cables and Connectors LEVEL 1

Question 1 A1M06.11(1)L1 What are the two conductors widely used in electrical wires? A. copper and gold B. gold and aluminium C. copper and aluminium Question 2 A1M06.11(2)L1 The equipment used to join the lug to the cable is known as: A. cable cutter B. crimping tool C. cable stripper Question 3 A1M06.11(3)L1 The female section of the connector is called: A. connector B. receptacle C. plug Question 4 A1M06.11(4)L1 What is the purpose of fine wire braid around the outer conductor of the coaxial cable? A. As a protective cover B. As a shield against electrostatic and magnetic field C. As a main signal conductor Question 5 A1M06.11(5)L1 Which part of the electrical connector is usually connected to the outgoing cable? A. Plug B. Receptacle C. Socket Question 6 A1M06.11(6)L1 The two properties required when installing electrical cables are: A. Low voltage drop and current capacity B. Minimum weight and dimension C. High voltage drop and high resistance

Question 7 A1M06.11(7)L1 One of the advantages of using crimped joints compared to soldered joints is: A. It is easier to form but provides a weaker connection B. It has a higher voltage drop because of good conductivity C. it provides a stronger connection Question 8 A1M06.11(8)L1 The size of the electrical cable according to American Wire Gauge (AWG), is determined as follows: A. the smaller the AWG number, the smaller the diameter of the cable B. the larger the AWG number, the smaller the diameter of the cable C. the larger the AWG number, the larger the diameter of the cable Question 9 A1M06.11(9)L1 A typical identification code for a connector is MS 3/0/A/8-4 SX. The letter A represents: A. Class A, general purpose B. Fire and flame proof C. Size, - a 1 inch diameter Question 10 A1M06.11(10)L1 The gauge used to measure the size of an electrical cable is: A. A Go / No Go gauge B. An American Wire Gauge C. A Depth Gauge Question 11 A1M06.11(11)L1 In a co-axial cable, what is the outer conductor used for? A. To carrying high current B. To act as a shield against electrostatic and magnetic fields C. To withstanding high temperature