2A753 CDC Vol 1 unit 1 Self-Test
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the purpose of the aircraft structures?
✔✔To provide support and shape to the aircraft, ensuring its integrity during flight.
What does the term "airframe" refer to?
✔✔The framework of the aircraft, including its structure and components that support the
aircraft's loads.
What are the basic materials used in aircraft construction?
✔✔Aluminum, titanium, steel, and composite materials.
Why is aluminum commonly used in aircraft construction?
✔✔Because of its lightweight, strength, and resistance to corrosion.
What is the primary function of the fuselage?
✔✔To house the crew, passengers, and cargo while providing structural support.
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,What does the term "wing spar" refer to?
✔✔The main structural component of the wing that supports loads and stresses.
What is the purpose of the aircraft wing?
✔✔To generate lift, enabling the aircraft to fly.
What is the primary function of an aircraft's empennage?
✔✔To provide stability and control, typically consisting of the tail and its components.
What are the functions of the horizontal stabilizer and the vertical stabilizer?
✔✔The horizontal stabilizer controls pitch, while the vertical stabilizer controls yaw.
What are the main components of the aircraft landing gear system?
✔✔Wheels, tires, shock struts, and brakes.
What is the purpose of the aircraft's control surfaces?
✔✔To control the aircraft’s attitude and flight path by manipulating airflow.
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, What is the function of ailerons?
✔✔To control the roll of the aircraft.
What is the purpose of the aircraft rudder?
✔✔To control yaw, helping to turn the aircraft left or right.
What is the primary function of the elevator?
✔✔To control the pitch of the aircraft, raising or lowering the nose.
Why are aircraft fasteners used?
✔✔To secure various components of the aircraft, ensuring they are properly aligned and tightly
fastened.
What is the difference between a rivet and a bolt in aircraft construction?
✔✔Rivets are permanent fasteners, while bolts can be removed or replaced.
What does the term "stress corrosion cracking" refer to?
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Questions and Answers 100% Pass
What is the purpose of the aircraft structures?
✔✔To provide support and shape to the aircraft, ensuring its integrity during flight.
What does the term "airframe" refer to?
✔✔The framework of the aircraft, including its structure and components that support the
aircraft's loads.
What are the basic materials used in aircraft construction?
✔✔Aluminum, titanium, steel, and composite materials.
Why is aluminum commonly used in aircraft construction?
✔✔Because of its lightweight, strength, and resistance to corrosion.
What is the primary function of the fuselage?
✔✔To house the crew, passengers, and cargo while providing structural support.
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,What does the term "wing spar" refer to?
✔✔The main structural component of the wing that supports loads and stresses.
What is the purpose of the aircraft wing?
✔✔To generate lift, enabling the aircraft to fly.
What is the primary function of an aircraft's empennage?
✔✔To provide stability and control, typically consisting of the tail and its components.
What are the functions of the horizontal stabilizer and the vertical stabilizer?
✔✔The horizontal stabilizer controls pitch, while the vertical stabilizer controls yaw.
What are the main components of the aircraft landing gear system?
✔✔Wheels, tires, shock struts, and brakes.
What is the purpose of the aircraft's control surfaces?
✔✔To control the aircraft’s attitude and flight path by manipulating airflow.
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, What is the function of ailerons?
✔✔To control the roll of the aircraft.
What is the purpose of the aircraft rudder?
✔✔To control yaw, helping to turn the aircraft left or right.
What is the primary function of the elevator?
✔✔To control the pitch of the aircraft, raising or lowering the nose.
Why are aircraft fasteners used?
✔✔To secure various components of the aircraft, ensuring they are properly aligned and tightly
fastened.
What is the difference between a rivet and a bolt in aircraft construction?
✔✔Rivets are permanent fasteners, while bolts can be removed or replaced.
What does the term "stress corrosion cracking" refer to?
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