AIRCRAFT HANDLING FUNDAMENTALS
PROPULSION FUNDAMENTALS
AIRFRAMES FUNDAMENTALS
AVIONICS/ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
SAFETY FUNDAMENTALS
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How many tie-down points are on the F-5 and where are they located?
3 tie-down points, 1 aft of nose landing gear, 1 forward of each main landing gear
100
What is the purpose of the single point fueling system?
To fuel the internal and external fuel cells simultaneously
100
What is the purpose of a hydraulic patch test?
It is the primary contamination measurement method used at all levels of maintenance
100
What are the 2 types of altimeters?
* Barometric Altimeter * Radar Altimeter
100
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
200
What is the proper way to ground an aircraft?
Ground to earth FIRST then to the aircraft
200
What type of engine does the F-5 aircraft use?
J85-GE-21, afterburning, turbojet engine
200
What are the 3 types of whell brake systems of the F-5?
* Independent-type brake system * Power boost brake system * Power brake control valve system
200
What is the purpose of the Static Inverter?
Converts 24 volts DC from the battery into 115 volts AC for aircraft use
200
What are the 3 NAVOSH programs?
1. Respiratory Protection Program 2. Hearing Conservation Program 3. Sight Conservation Program
300
What is the purpose of the aircraft landing gear safety pins and how many are there?
To prevent landing gear from retracting on deck - 4
300
What is the purpose of the internal fuel thanks?
To provide an independent fuel supply system for each of the 2 engines.
300
What are the 3 classifications of repair?
* Temporary Repair * One-time Flight * Permanent Repair
300
What is Azimuth?
Angular measurement in the horizontal plane in a clockwise direction
300
What are the 5 danger areas of the F-5?
1. Flammable Liquids, Compressed gasses 2. Canopy, Seat and Explosive devices 3. Engines 4. Radar Antenna 5. Moveable Surfaces
400
What is the purpose of aircraft plugs and covers?
To protect the aircraft openings and protruding surfaces from physical damage, environmental damage, and FOD intrusion
400
What is the composition of the internal fuel tanks?
3 rubber-impregnated, bladder type, nylon fabric fuel tanks with explosion-suppressant foam
400
what is the purpose of a tactical paint scheme?
It lessens the aircrafts probability of visual or photographic detection
400
What is Bearing?
The horizontal direction to one terrestrial point from another
400
What are 4 safety precautions associated with applying and removing external power?
* Circuit breakers and switched in correct position * Inspect power cable and plug for damage or corrosion * Power source is secured prior to application/removal * Grounding strap is installed
500
How many people does it take to move an aircraft without brakes and who are they?
7 - director, driver, tail walker, 2 wing walkers, 2 choke walkers
500
What are the 6 major sections of the F-5 engine?
1. Front Frame 2. Compressor Assembly 3. Main Frame 4. Combustor Assembly 5. Turbine Section 6. Afterburner/Exhaust Nozzle
500
What are the basic dimensions of the F-5? (Wing span) (Length) (Weight min/max)
Wing span - 26 ft. 1 in. (313 inches) Length - 48 ft. 1 in. (577 inches) Weight - 14,900 lbs. / 22,000 lbs.
500
What is the difference between Barometric and Radar Altimeter?
Barometric is altitude above sea level, and Radar is altitude above terrain
500
What is the safe distance from intake and exhaust for the following power settings: IDLE MILITARY MAXIMUM
IDLE - 15 ft / 20-30 ft MILITARY - 20 ft / 60 ft MAXIMUM - 25 ft / 60-80 ft
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