Malaysian Institute of Aviation Technology

Landing Gear Systems

QUIZ # 2

1. In expander tube brake system, when the brake is released the fluid will flow back
to the system by means of:
A) flat steel spring
B) flat return spring
C) automatic adjuster

2. Heat generated by braking action is dissipated through the wheel and tyre by:
A) radiation and conduction *
B) convection and cooling
C) conduction and convection

3. A device in an anti skid system circuit that conserve the main hydraulic system
pressure by limiting the flow of fluid to the brakes after initial brake application is:
A) modulator *
B) pressure maintaining valve
C) pressure reducing valve

4. Tyre creep may be caused by:

A) over inflation
B) under inflation
C) worn tread

5. When tube-typed tyre fitted to an aircraft has been moved beyond its maximum
creep mark, it must be:
A) deflated, reversed backwards in line with the creep mark
B) deflated, and moved forwards in line with the creep mark
C) deflated, removed and inspected for damage before re-use *

6. Corrective action to be taken on a deform flat tyre which has developed in a nylon
casing tyre due to too long standing in one position is by:
A) jacking up, deflating the wheel and re-inflating to correct pressure
B) towing or rolling aircraft for short distance
C) inflating to normal pressure plus 25% and then reducing pressure to normal

7. What factor generally determines the method to be used for bleeding brake
systems? L3
A) the type and design of the brake system to be bled *
B) the type of hydraulic fluid used in the brake system
C) the amount of air in the brake system

8. Newly built aircraft wheels must be statically balanced if the diameter is:
A) less than 10 inches
B) more than 10 inches
C) 8 to 9 inches

9. In multi-disc brake, the plate that is keyed to the torque tube is:
A) rotating disc
B) stationary disc
C) floating disc
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10. In a single disc brake, a device used to maintain a constant clearance between the
lining and the disc when the brake is released is:
A) automatic adjuster
B) return spring
C) spring retainer

11. In master cylinder brake, the fluid from the wheel unit is vented to the atmosphere
through the:
A) filler plug
B) piston
C) compensator port

12. Brake pressure for large aircraft power brake system comes from:
A) main hydraulic system
B) brake master cylinder
C) boosted brake master cylinder

13. To ensure safety and inadvertent operation of pneumatic brake control valve, the
operating handle is normally:
A) wire locked with stainless steel wire
B) wire locked with copper wire
C) not locked for easy operation

14. In a power brake system, system pressure reduction and an increased volume of
hydraulic fluid flow is achieved by means of:
A) pressure reducer
B) pressure regulator
C) debooster

15. When park brake is applied with faulty seal in brake master cylinder piston, the
brake will:
A) become spongy
B) fade
C) drag

16. In a power brake system, a component that reserve brake pressure in the event of
main hydraulic system failure is:
A) accumulator
B) brake control valve
C) brake check valve

17. Yellow line or mark on the aircraft tube is the indication of:
A) heavy spot of the tube *
B) light spot of the tube
C) tread reinforced tube

18. What are the recommended environment conditions for storing an aircraft tyre?
A) damp and cool
B) dry and cool *
C) damp and warm

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19. Hydroplaning or aquaplaning in an aircraft could be minimized by:

A) installing of chine tyres
B) correct tyre inflation pressure
C) proper design and placement of grooves in the tyre *

20. What may contribute to slight sponginess after the brake system has been properly
bled?
A) worn brake lining
B) weak brake unit piston return spring
C) deteriorated brake system flexible hoses *

21. What is the significance of red spot or triangle on the sidewall of the aircraft tyre?
A) heavy spot of tyre
B) light spot of tyre *
C) location of awl vent marks

22. Tyres mounted or assembled on wheels for storage or shipment should be inflated
to:
A) between 20 psi to 30 psi *
B) between 50 psi to 75 psi
C) 50 % of its maximum inflation pressure
*
23. The brake system that has its own reservoir and is completely separate from the
aircraft’s main hydraulic system is:
A) power boost system
B) power brake system
C) independent master cylinder system *

24. A weak return spring in the wheel brake assembly would probably cause:
A) brake warping
B) brake fading
C) brake dragging *

25. Anti-skid system component that prevents the release of all pressure before the
next application of the brake is the:
A) control unit
B) control valve *
C) check valve

26. The breaker strip of the tyre is fitted between the casing plies and:
A) apex strip
B) bead
C) tread rubber *

27. Tyre marking on the sidewall designated as 10.00 – 18 indicates:

A) 10 inches outside diameter with 18 inches bead diameter
B) 10 inches section width with 18 inches bead diameter
C) 18 inches outside diameter with 10 inches section width

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28. What are the two units of measurement used to quote tyre size?
A) feet and Inches
B) inches and millimeters *
C) inches and centimeters

29. What would you quote when placing an order for a replacement tyre?
A) part number
B) serial number
C) tire size

30. In Boosted brake, if the pilot continue depressing the brake pedal, it will direct the
hydraulic system pressure behind the piston to:
A) direct system pressure back to system reservoir
B) direct hydraulic system pressure to the brake
C) assist pilot forcing fluid out to the brake

31. One of the advantage of a carbon multiple disc brake is:

A) strength does not decrease at elevated temperatures
B) less expensive compared to conventional steel brake
C) less maintenance cost

32. Twin contact tread tyres are fitted to the nose wheel to assist in:
A) preventing aquaplaning
B) preventing nose wheel shimmy *
C) deflecting water away from rear mounted engines

33. Which of the following tyre is used on small light aircraft with low pressure inflation?
A) Type III
B) Type VII
C) Type VIII

34. Ribbed tyre without marker tie bars is considered worn to limit when:
A) the tread is worn to the depth of the pattern
B) center of the crown shows sign of having been contact with the ground
C) worn to within 2mm of the wear indicator grooves

35. Green or grey spot on the sidewall of aircraft tyre indicates:

A) light spot of tyre
B) location of awl vent
C) heavy spot of tyre
*

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