CAA NZ CPL Aircraft Technical Knowledge Practice Questions - CAA NZ CPL Theory - General Aircraft Technical Knowledge (New Zealand) Exam - CAA NZ CPL Aircraft Technical Knowledge Practice Questions - CAA NZ CPL Theory - General Aircraft Technical Knowledge (New Zealand) Exam

Question 1

What is the primary difference in power source between a turbocharger and a mechanical supercharger in piston aircraft engines?

A turbocharger is driven by engine exhaust gases, whereas a supercharger is mechanically driven by the engine crankshaft A turbocharger is driven by an electric motor, whereas a supercharger uses hydraulic fluid pressure A turbocharger is gear-driven from the accessory gearbox, whereas a supercharger utilizes ram air pressure A turbocharger operates using engine oil pressure, whereas a supercharger is powered by cabin bleed air

Correct Answer:

A turbocharger is driven by engine exhaust gases, whereas a supercharger is mechanically driven by the engine crankshaft

Question 2

How is 'critical altitude' defined for a turbocharged piston aircraft engine?

The maximum altitude at which a turbocharged engine can produce its maximum rated sea-level manifold pressure at full throttle The altitude at which the wastegate opens completely to prevent cylinder overpressurisation The minimum altitude required for the turbocharger intercooler to operate efficiently The altitude at which the engine transitions from rich to lean mixture auto-metering

Correct Answer:

The maximum altitude at which a turbocharged engine can produce its maximum rated sea-level manifold pressure at full throttle

Question 3

What happens to engine manifold pressure during a climb above the critical altitude with full throttle selected?

Manifold pressure decreases continuously as ambient atmospheric density decreases Manifold pressure remains constant up to the aircraft service ceiling Manifold pressure increases rapidly due to colder ambient air entering the compressor Manifold pressure fluctuates violently due to differential pressure controller lockout

Correct Answer:

Manifold pressure decreases continuously as ambient atmospheric density decreases

Question 4

What is the primary function of an intercooler (charge air cooler) in a turbocharged engine installation?

To cool compressed intake air, increasing charge air density and reducing the risk of engine detonation To cool turbocharger bearing oil before returning it to the engine oil sump To condense moisture out of induction air to prevent fuel injector icing To warm incoming ram air using turbine exhaust gas before it enters the compressor

Correct Answer:

To cool compressed intake air, increasing charge air density and reducing the risk of engine detonation

Question 5

What is the function of the wastegate in a turbocharged aircraft piston engine?

To regulate the volume of exhaust gas directed through the turbocharger turbine, controlling compressor output pressure To dump excess induction manifold air directly overboard during engine deceleration To vent unburned fuel vapor out of the exhaust pipe during engine shutdown To bypass high-pressure oil around the turbocharger bearing assembly during cold starts

Correct Answer:

To regulate the volume of exhaust gas directed through the turbocharger turbine, controlling compressor output pressure

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