Mathematics
Physics
Drawings
Weight and Balance
Mr. Ramirez 1
From Humble Beginnings
100

How can you convert a fraction into a percent?

Convert to decimal, move decimal to the right 2 places (multiply by 100), add percent sign

100
Matter may exist in what three states?

Solid, Liquid, and Gas

100

What is the purpose of schematic drawings.

To show the principle operation of a system to assist in troubleshooting

100

What is the "datum"

An imaginary vertical line/plane that is the reference point from which all horizontal measurements are taken 

100

What style of drawing is primarily used in manuals/IPCs?

Exploded View drawings

200

How do you find the square of a number?

Multiply the number by itself (4 x 4 = 16)

200

A wheelbarrow is an example of what class of lever?

A second-class lever

200

What is meant by "clearance" when used on aircraft drawings?

An allowable dimension between two parts

200

Define the term "residual fuel"

Any fuel that remains in the tanks, lines, and engines, after the system has been drained

200

Where in the FARs will you find the certification requirements for mechanics?

FAR Part 65

300

What is the key step that must be performed in order to add or subtract unlike fractions?

You must find the lowest (least) common denominator

300

What are the factors that determine density altitude?

Temperature and atmospheric pressure

300

What information is contained in a "bill of materials"

A list of materials and parts needed to fabricate or assemble the component or system

300

What should be done to obtain a positive (plus) moment forward of the datum?

Remove weight

300

Under what circumstances is compliance with a manufacturer's service bulletin mandatory?

When the SB is incorporated into an AD

400

What is a common method of making computations involving very large or very small numbers more manageable?

Convert the numbers to scientific notation (1.63 x 10 to the 4th)

400

What is the customary units used to express hydraulic or pneumatic pressure in the U.S.

Pounds per square inch

400

How can you determine if a drawing has been changed?

A record of the changes is listed either in a revision block in ruled columns

400

How does the C.G. range of a helicopter compare to that of a fixed wing airplane?

Helicopters typically have a much smaller C.G. range

400

What is "grip length" of a bolt?

The length of the unthreaded portion of shank

500

What does the L in P L A N K stand for, and what is its units?

Length (Stroke) in feet (ft)

500

What are the principle effects that result from lowering the flaps while in flight?

Lift increases, Drag increases, and Stall speed decreases

500

What kinds of parts can be represented by one-view drawings?

Parts with uniform thickness such as shims, plates, and gaskets

500

Where are leveling instructions found?

In the TCDS

500
What are the three causes of opposition to current flow in an AC circuit?

Resistance, Inductive Reactance, and Capacitive Reactance