Project #5 - Fixed Wing Component Identification

A highly detailed and educational illustration of a Cessna 172N and a Piper PA-28-151 aircraft, showcasing various components with labels such as alternator, battery, and voltage regulator. The image should emphasize the mechanical aspects, suitable for aviation training purposes.

Fixed Wing Component Identification Quiz

Test your knowledge on the components of fixed-wing aircraft with this engaging quiz! This quiz focuses on identifying key elements in the Cessna 172N and Piper PA-28-151 models, perfect for aviation enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

10 questions about aircraft components
Focus on both Cessna and Piper aircraft
Multiple choice format for easy answering

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by FlyingVessel317

Refer to attached image of Cessna 172N C-GYGE (S/N 17268118). How does the alternator get driven?

It's solid state so has no moving parts

Direct drive from air driven propeller

Belt driven from engine

Gear driven from engine

Refer to attached image of Cessna 172N C-GYGE (S/N 17268118) What component is shown in the enlarged inset image?

Regulator, Voltage

Power Supply, Strobe Light

Control Unit, Alternator

Dimming Assembly, Transistorized Light

Refer to attached image of Cessna 172N C-GYGE (S/N 17268118). What component is the red arrow pointing to?

Receptacle, Ground Service Plug

Contactor, External Power

Contactor, Battery

Receptacle, Battery Charger

Refer to attached image of Cessna 172N C-GYGE (S/N 17268118) What component is arrow 'A' pointing to?

Contactor, Battery

Regulator, Voltage

Contactor, External Power

Contactor, Starter

Refer to attached image of Cessna 172N C-GYGE (S/N 17268118). What component is the red arrow pointing to?

Compressor, Air Conditioner

Alternator

Generator

Starter

What is the voltage of the electrical system used in Piper PA-28-151 C-GGZW (S/N 28-7415124)?

14 VDC

12 VAC

26 VAC

28 VDC

Where is the battery located in Piper PA-28-151 C-GGZW (S/N 28-7415124)?

Beneath rear bench seat

On forward side of firewall

Underneath pilot seat

On aft side of firewall

Refer to attached image of Piper PA-28-151 C-GGZW (S/N 28-7415124) What component is the red arrow pointing to?

Contactor, Starter

Regulator, Voltage

Contactor, External Power

Contactor, Power Relay

In Piper PA-28-151 C-GGZW (S/N 28-7415124), what component prevents damage to electrical and avionics equipment in case of regulator malfunction?

Regulator, Voltage

Master Switch

Relay, Overvoltage

Contactor, Power Relay

Project #5 - Fixed Wing Component Identification

Fixed Wing Component Identification Quiz

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