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Q377 The lack of locking varnish is an indication of?

An absent control lock

Loose controls

Twisting and control adjustment

Damaged control surfaces

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Q393 During engine trouble shooting drill following loss of power of an engine, the engine power was restored by selecting ECU B. Which course of action should you take:

Continue with planned flight

Land immediately

Land as soon as possible

Divert to suitable airfield with an engineering base

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Q355 Which engine oil is used in the L3 NZ DA42?

AEROSHELL Oil Diesel 10W-40

AERO SHELL Oil Diesel Ultra 5W-30

SHELL Helix Ultra 5W-40

SHELL Helix Ultra 5W-30

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Q341 How long does gear extension / retraction take?

8 - 14 sec

7 - 12 sec

6 - 10 sec

5 - 8 sec

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Q375 The elevator is operated by:

DC Motors

Cables

Control Rods

Servo Motors

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Q368 In an asymmetric circuit, what power setting is used on the base leg?

35%

25%

55%

45%

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Q336 Max. load in cabin baggage compartment (behind rear seats)?

55 kg

45 kg

40 kg

50 kg

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Q330 Which engine does the L3 NZ Twinstar have?

Thielert TAE 125-02-99

Austro Engine AE 300

Thielert TAE 125-01 Centurion 1.7

Lycoming IO-360

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Q334 What is the maximum take off mass for the DA42 - presuming modification fitted?

1785 kg

1700 kg

1580 kg

1500 kg

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Q3103 To prevent engaging propeller pitch locks engaging pilots must ensure RPM remains ____ during shutdown.

≥ 1500

> 1200 < 1500

≥ 1200

> 1200 < 1500

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Q360 Which is the correct combination for Initial Climb?

IAS: 82 kts, Power: 100%, Pitch: 8°

IAS: 82 kts, Power: 100%, Pitch: 5°

IAS: 80 kts, Power: 100%, Pitch: 5°

IAS: 80 kts, Power: 100%, Pitch: 8°

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Q338 What is the maximum fuel imbalance?

7 US Gal

3 US Gal

1 US Gal

5 US Gal

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Q3100 Best glide speed

86 kts

76 kts

82 kts

90 kts

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Q378 When will the Variable Elevator Stop engage?

When power setting of both engines exceeds 15%, Approach flap

When power setting of both engines exceeds 20%, Approach flap

When power setting of both engines exceeds 20%, Landing flap

When power setting of both engines exceeds 15%, Landing flap

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Q3106 How many fuel injection nozzles are there per engine?

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Q364 Prior to configuring for a landing, what speed is a visual circuit flown at?

IAS: 120 kts, Power: 55%

IAS: 105 kts, Power: 35%

IAS: 82 kts, Power 30%

IAS: 90 kts, Power: A/R

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Q329 Which fuel does the L3 Twinstar use?

Jet-A1

Diesel

Jet-A

AVGAS

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Q357 L3 SOPs state the minimum altitude for engine restart is

3500 ft

8000 ft

3000 ft

6000 ft

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Q392 Why is the emergency battery for the standby Attitude Indicator wire-locked?

To indicate that it has not been used since last checked

To indicate that it’s never been used since the aircraft was built

To prevent it being turned on accidentally

Because it’s for emergency use only

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Q359 Which is the correct combination for rotation?

IAS: 70 kts, Load: 100%, Pitch: 8°

IAS: 70 kts, Load: 100%, Pitch: 10°

IAS: 70 kts, Load: 100%, Pitch: 5°

IAS: 60 kts, Load: 100%, Pitch: 8°

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Q394 Select the correct speeds for VNO VNE and VMCA:

VNO 155 KIAS, VNE 194 KIAS, VMCA 68 KIAS

VNO 155 KIAS, VNE 194 KIAS, VMCA 76 KIAS

VNO 124 KIAS, VNE 194 KIAS, VMCA 68 KIAS

VNO 194 KIAS, VNE 155 KIAS, VMCA 68 KIAS

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Q3115 With the emergency switch set to ON, power is provided to:

the attitude gyro (artificial horizon), flood light and all ECUs for 1.5 hours

the flood light for 1.5 hours

the attitude gyro (artificial horizon) & the flood light for 1.5 hours

the attitude gyro (artificial horizon) for 1.5 hours

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Q399 You have an engine failure which requires an emergency descent. Your actions are:

Gear Down, Flap Landing, Power Idle, High ROD

Gear Up, Flap Landing, Power Idle, High ROD

Gear Down, Flap Up, Power Idle, High ROD

Gear Up, Flap Up, Power Idle, High ROD

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Q3108 Power generation is provided by two:

70 Amp alternators (generators)

80 Amp alternators (generators)

90 Amp alternators (generators)

60 Amp alternators (generators)

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Q332 What are the L3 SOP minimum and maximum oil levels for the DA42 (non-NG model)?

4.0 lts / 6.0 ltrs

3.5 ltrs / 5.0 ltrs

6.5 ltrs / 7.5 ltrs

5.0 litrs / 6.0 ltrs

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Q391 Which of the following is true concerning the anti-icing system when operating in NORMAL mode?

System pumps 1 and 2 operate alternately, each cycling 30 seconds “on” and 90 seconds “off”

All 4 system pumps operate in sequence, each being “on” for 30 seconds at the time

The selected pump operates continuously

The selected pump operates for 30 seconds “on” and 30 seconds “off”

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Q380 Ambient air is provided to the cabin via:

NACA inlet on the lower side of the LH center wing stub

Heat exchanger located at the front of the engine nacelle

Air bypass located at the front of the engine air nacelle

NACA inlet on the lower side of the RH center wing stub

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Q363 What is the SSR?

Nose Down then Power Up until symptoms cease, Wings Level, Gear Up, Flap Up, Speed Increasing? - Select Vy

Power Down & Nose Down until symptoms cease, Wings Level, Gear Up, Flap Up, Speed Increasing? - Select Vy

Nose Down & Power Up until symptoms cease, Wings Level, Gear Up, Flap Up, Speed Increasing? - Select Vy

Nose Down then Power Down until symptoms cease, Wings Level, Gear Up, Flap Up, Speed Increasing? - Select Vy

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Q389 Which of the following is correct with regard to the ECUs:

There is an ECU A and ECU B for each engine and both engines normally operate using their ECU A

In the event of an ECU failure an automatic changeover to the other engine’s ECU A occurs

In the event of an ECU failure an automatic changeover to the other engine’s ECU B occurs

The LH engine uses ECU A and the RH engine uses ECU B. Either ECU can run both engines

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Q370 At what height do you transition from Initial Climb to Normal Climb?

600 ft

400 ft

500 ft

300 ft

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Q3101 You experience a fuel issue with the right engine. Your actions require you cross-feed the fuel. What do you do?

Switch the right fuel lever to off.

Switch the left fuel lever to off.

Switch the right fuel lever to cross-feed

Switch the left fuel lever to cross-feed.

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Q356 What is the MZFM?

1580 kg

1600 kg

1655 kg

1650 kg

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Q366 You're flying an instrument approach, what speed/power setting is required?

IAS: 120 kts, Power: 35%

IAS: 120 kts, Power: 55%

IAS: 105 kts, Power: 75%

IAS: 105 kts, Power: 55%

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Q369 What power setting is used on final approach?

30% for 90 kts

30% for 86 kts

30% for 76 kts

30% for 82 kts

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Q3112 An alternator control unit controls load balancing across each alternator. How does this system function?

Only one alternator is required for aircraft power and thus ensures the aircraft alternates between each BUS.

The load is split across both alternators equally - at all times.

Loading is shifted to the alternator with the highest internal temperature first; as a higher temperature indicates higher efficiency.

Loading is shifted to the alternator with the the lowest internal temperature first.

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Q395 Your flaps fail to lower on approach, what is the speed for final?

≥ 76 kts

76 kts

≥ 85 kts

85 kts

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Q385 VFE (Approach)

156 kts

111 kts

137 kts

194 kts

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Q361 What IAS is required for a Vy or Vx climb?

82 kts

77 kts

80 kts

76 kts

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Q376 DA42 control surfaces make use of roll pins. Their absence can result in:

Locked controls and loss of flight safety

No change in flight safety

Trim Runaway

Loss of the hinge pin(s) and flight safety

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Q3109 The alternator are connected to:

LH alternator connected to the RH MAIN BUS. RH alternator connected to the LH MAIN BUS.

LH alternator connected to the LH MAIN BUS. RH alternator connected to the RH MAIN BUS and HOT BATTERY BUS.

Both alternators are connected to the BATTERY BUS via a 90 Amp circuit breaker.

LH alternator connected to the LH MAIN BUS. RH alternator connected to the RH MAIN BUS.

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Q339 How much fuel can be carried, inclusive of unusable?

36 US Gal

32 US Gal

48 US Gal

52 US Gal

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Q3116 In the event of a total power failure, how long can you expect power to last for once all critical services have been disconnected?

45 minutes

15 minutes

30 minutes

60 minutes

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Q362 What nose attitude is typical of Vy or Vx?

12°

8°

10°

13°

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Q3113 The DA42 main battery is _____ and is stored _______.

28V 20 Amp lead-acid, between the rear and forward landing gear.

24V 10 Amp lead-acid, between the rear and forward landing gear.

28V 20 Amp lead-acid, in the forward baggage compartment.

24V 10 Amp lead-acid, in the forward baggage compartment.

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Q3111 The DA42 power system can be described as what:

28 Volt DC system

28 Volt AC system

24 Volt AC system

24 Volt DC system

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Q3114 The main battery is connected to the:

HOT BUS and BATTERY BUS

BATTERY BUS

LEFT and RIGHT MAIN BUSES + BATTERY BUS

HOT BUS

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Q371 At Va what are the manoeuvring load factors?

+2.6, -1.25

+2.1, -1.4

+3.8, -1.52

+3.5, -1.00

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Q337 What is the maximum operating altitude?

12,000 ft

18,000 ft

20,000 ft

10,000 ft

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Q382 _____ assist the hydraulic system in locking gear in the down position.

DC Motors

Gravity

Servo Motors

Springs

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Q384 VFE (Landing)

111 kts

194 kts

137 kts

156 kts

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Q386 Speed range in icing:

115 - 156 kts

105 - 156 kts

100 - 160 kts

121 - 160 kts

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Q396 The minimum RPM required to achieve feathering is:

1300

2300

1600

1400

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Q3105 During cruise checks you notice a degradation of performance in one of your engines. Fuel is OK, Ts & Ps indicate normal and the temperature outside is -3°C. You have been in and out of moisture but can not see a build up of ice on your wings. Your action is:

Consult the QRH, the engine could fail.

Switch to alternate air, the manifold is likely blocked with ice. Remain clear of icing.

Turn on anti-ice which to clear any ice in the engine.

Shut down the engine, just in case.

Correct!

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Q331 How much oil does the DA42 consume per hour?

0.1 liter/hr

1.0 liter/hr

0.5 liter/hr

0.75 liter/hr

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Q373 Of what structure is the DA42?

Truss

Geodesic

Semi-monocoque

Monocoque

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Q388 The cabin heating and ventilation is supplied as follows:

LH engine for seats and floor, RH engine for canopy, fresh air from underside right wing

RH engine for seats and floor, LH engine for canopy, fresh air from underside left wing

Both engines for seats and floor, both engines for canopy, fresh air from underside both wings

RH engine for seats and floor, LH engine for canopy, fresh air from underside right wing

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Q387 The engine RPM limitations are:

2300 with a max overspeed of 2500 for 20 seconds

2300 for 5 mins with a max overspeed of 2500 for 20 seconds

2300 with a max overspeed of 2500 for 30 seconds

2500 for 60 seconds and 2300 thereafter

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Q379 Once engaged, the variable elevator backstop reduces:

By 2° to 13°

By 3° to 13°

By 2.5° to 13°

By 1.5° to 13°

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Q340 According to L3 SOPs airspeed must be attained before attempting engine restart?

100 - 140 kts

< 90 kts

120 kts - 140 kts

90 - 120 kts

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Q381 The landing gear is:

Fully retractable, electrically operated, tricycle landing gear

Fully retractable, tricycle landing gear with gravity assisted extension and hydraulically operated retraction

Fixed tricycle landing gear

Fully retractable, hydraulically operated, tricycle landing gear.

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Q342 The gear warning horn sounds when:

Gear fails to retract

Power set below 20%, Gear Up

Gear retracted below 500 ft

Hydraulic pressure lost at the actuator

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Q3107 Where are the static ports located in the DA42's pitot-static system?

Sensors underneath each wing

Sensor on the upper leading edge of the tail plane

Lower and rear edges of the pitot tube

Sensors under the nose

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Q397 Maximum permitted prop. overspeed:

2300

2500

2700

2575

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Q358 Vmca

68 kts

66 kts

64 kts

62 kts

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Q3104 To unfeather the propeller, the associated ENGINE MASTER switch must be set to ON. This action causes the following:

Propeller control valve electrically opens, accumulator oil pressure released into the propeller hub.

Strain being released from the spring assisted feather lock. Oil pumped into the propeller head.

Electric servo motors rotate the prop.

Oil pressure flows from the propeller hub into the governor.

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Q365 You're flying an instrument approach, what speed/power setting is required when asymmetric?

IAS: 120 kts, Power: 35%

IAS: 120 kts, Power: 55%

IAS: 105 kts, Power: 75%

IAS: 105 kts, Power: 55%

Correct!

Incorrect!

Q374 The ailerons, elevator and wing flaps are operated by:

Cables

DC Motors

Control Rods

Servo Motors

Correct!

Incorrect!

Q333 What is the maximum engine restart pressure altitude?

3000 ft

8000 ft

6000 ft

5000 ft

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Q335 Max. load in nose baggage compartment (in fuselage nose)?

35 kg

30 kg

20 kg

25 kg

Correct!

Incorrect!

Q343 What are the gear limitation speeds?

VLOE: 165 lts | VLOR: 140 kts

VLOE: 156 kts | VLOR: 130 kts

VLOE: 194 kts | VLOR: 156 kts

VLOE: 194 kts | VLOR: 100 kts

Correct!

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Q367 In a flapless circuit, what power setting is used on the base leg?

35%

45%

25%

55%

Correct!

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Q3102 Oil is required as part of the propeller pitch control. This oil is taken from which system?

Propeller Governor Resovoir

Gearbox

Engine

Hydraulics

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Q3110 A circuit breaker sits in the distribution line between engine alternators and each respective bus. What Amperage is this?

60 Amps

70 Amps

50 Amps

80 Amps

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Q383 The DA42 demonstrated crosswind limit is:

22 kts

24 kts

26 kts

20 kts

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Q372 Of what material construction is the DA42?

Mixed Composite

Carbon-fibre Reinforced plastic (CFRP) with Glassfibre Reinforced Plastic (GFRP) bulkheads and stiffeners

Moulded Plastics

Aluminium Alloy

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Q390 The speeds for VA (1785 kg), VMCA, VNE, and VLE, in order, are:

124 kts, 68 kts, 194 kts and 155 kts

155 kts, 72 kts, 194 kts and 155 kts

130 kts, 68 kts, 194 kts and 194 kts

126 kts, 68 kts, 194 kts and 194 kts

Correct!

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Q398 Who manufactures the props?

MT-Propeller

Sensenich Propellers

Precision Propellers

McCauley Propeller Systems

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