Subject area K of 13
Turbine Engine Air Systems
5-10% of the A&P Powerplant test, about 5 to 10 of the 100 questions. The FAA's test standard lists 8 knowledge elements and 2 risk management elements for this area. Here is every one, plus sample questions to try.
What the FAA tests
From the aviation mechanic test standard, FAA-S-ACS-1.
Knowledge: what you must know
- AM.III.K.K1Air cooling system theory, components, and operation.
- AM.III.K.K2Turbine engine cowling air flow.
- AM.III.K.K3Turbine engine internal cooling.
- AM.III.K.K4Turbine engine baffle and seal installation.
- AM.III.K.K5Turbine engine insulation blankets and shrouds.
- AM.III.K.K6Turbine engine induction system theory, components, and operation.
- AM.III.K.K7Turbine engine bleed air system theory, components, and operation.
- AM.III.K.K8Turbine engine anti-ice system
Risk management: hazards you must be able to spot and manage
- AM.III.K.R1Maintenance on compressor bleed air systems.
- AM.III.K.R2Ground operation of aircraft engines following other than manufacturer's instructions.
Try a sample question
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An engine shop is running a turbofan in its test cell to establish rated thrust and thrust specific fuel consumption. Which type of inlet is normally fitted for this testing?
Practice all of turbine engine air systems
The full course has questions on every element listed here, with an explanation and FAA source for each.