USAF Aero Club
T-41C (Cessna R-172G) Aircraft Exam
Updated February 2008
Complete the following exam using the answer sheet provided. Do not assume information not specifically provided in the questions. You will need the Flight Manual (T.O.1T-41C-1) for the USAF Series T-41C. Questions 1-25 are open book. Use a separate answer sheet for the closed book exam.
1. The maximum certified takeoff and landing weight for the T-41C in the normal category is ______
lbs. In the utility category it is _____ lbs.
A. 2400 / 2100
B. 2500 / 2200
C. 2300 / 2000
D. 2400 / 2200
2. The T-41C airplane is equipped with a fuel injection system. Fuel flow is metered by the aneroid in the engine driven fuel pump. The aneroid automatically changes the mixture with altitude changes, hence the mixture control knob is normally not used.
A. true
B. false
3. The T-41C airplane is equipped with a manually operated fuel shutoff valve, labeled “FUEL, PUSH ON.” Except during an emergency, this valve should be left in the “PUSH ON” position.
A. true
B. false
4. Collected water can be drained by pulling the fuel strainer knob. Additional water may also be drained through _______________.
A. 2 valves (one on each wing root)
B. 3 valves (one beneath the forward fuselage and one on each wing root)
C. 4 valves (two beneath the forward fuselage and one on each wing root)
D. 5 valves (two beneath the forward fuselage, one on each wing root, and one in the tail)
5. With the fuel selector valve in “BOTH,” the total usable fuel for all flight conditions is ______ gallons, and in level flight it’s _____ gallons.
A. 46 / 52
B. 46 / 51
C. 51 / 52
D. 51 / 56
6. The auxiliary fuel pump is not to be used while the engine is running during normal operation, because with the engine driven pump functioning, a fuel/air ratio excessively richer than best power is produced.
A. true
B. false
7. If the auxiliary fuel pump switch is on (with the master switch on), and the engine is stopped, the cylinder intake ports will _____.
A. get no fuel at all
B. be flooded
C. fuel will drain overboard
D. both B and C
8. The T-41C is equipped with a _____ volt, _____ electrical system, powered by an engine driven _____ amp alternator and a _____ volt battery.
A. 28 / DC / 38 / 24
B. 14 / AC / 60 / 12
C. 14 / DC / 60 / 12
D. 28 / AC / 60 / 24
9. The ammeter will show discharge when _____.
A. the electrical load exceeds alternator output
B. the alternator is not functioning
C. both A and B
D. any electrical component is turned on
10. The stall warning system will provide an audible warning _____ above stall in all flight conditions.
A. 5 – 10 mph
B. 5 – 10 kts
C. 3 – 8 mph
D. 10 – 12 mph
II. Normal Procedures
11. The magneto check should be made at _____ RPM. The maximum RPM drop is_____.
A. 1800 / 150 L or R magneto / 50 difference between magnetos
B. 1700 / 150 L or R magneto / 50 difference between magnetos
C. 1800 / 125 L or R magneto / 50 difference between magnetos
D. 1700 / 125 L or R magneto / 50 difference between magnetos
12. For maximum engine power the mixture should be adjusted to _____.
A. the mixture stop position above 5000 feet
B. the fuel flow in accordance with the Climb Fuel Flow Placard (adjacent to fuel flow indicator)
C. full rich position
D. lean for max power and then enrichened three half turns
13. Do not use the strobe lights until cleared for takeoff or beginning take-off roll.
A. true
B. false
14. Normal takeoffs are accomplished with wing flaps in the _____ position. The flap setting for short field takeoffs is _____, and for soft field takeoffs it’s _____.
A. 0° / 10° / 20°
B. 0° / 10° / 10°
C. 0° / 0° / 10°
D. 0° / 0° / 20°
15. Normal climbs are performed at _____ mph. For short field use _____ and the best flaps up rate-of-climb speed is _____ mph.
A. 100 / 80 / 95
B. 95 / 70 / 95
C. 110 / 100 / 91
D. 100 / 70 / 100
16. Applying heavy breaking immediately after touchdown may result in a _____.
A. higher grade on short field landings
B. smoother landing
C. skid and possible blown tire
D. shorter landing roll with better directional control
17. The maneuvering speed of the T-41C is _____.
A. 127 knots
B. 127 mph
C. 109 mph
D. 109 knots
18. The Never Exceed Speed in the T-41C is _____.
A. 146 mph
B. 182 mph
C. 185 knots
D. 146 knots
19. The Maximum Structural Cruising Speed in the T-41C is _____ .
A. 185 mph
B. 145 knots
C. 145 mph
D. 185 knots
20. The maximum oil pressure of the T-41C engine is ______ .
A. red line
B. 50 psi
C. 75 psi
D. 100 psi
21. The normal operating range of the tachometer at the Academy Airfield is _____ .
A. 2200 – 2650 rpm
B. 2200 – 2725 rpm
C. 2200 – 2800 rpm
D. 2200 – 2850 rpm
22. Idle RPM is _____.
A. 850 +/- 25
B. 800 +/- 50
C. 1000
D. 650 +/- 50
23. The following are prohibited maneuvers in the T-41C _____.
A. slips with 20° of flaps extended
B. spins
C. aerobatic maneuvers
D. B and C
E. All of the above
24. Using the table on page A-7 in the Flight Manual for the T-41C aircraft, calculate the ground run and distance to clear a 50 ft obstacle at the Academy Airfield using the following conditions:
- gross weight 2200 lbs
- wind 010/10
- temperature 62° F
- ALSTG 30.49
25. Using the table on page A-8 in the Flight Manual for the T-41C aircraft, calculate the TAS and the flight endurance at 8,500 feet MSL cruising altitude with a power setting of 2400 rpm.
A. 113 / 6.1
B. 110 / 6.2
C. 107 / 6.4
CLOSED BOOK EXAM (T-41C)
Write the Emergency Action Procedures for the Following:
1. __________________________________________________
if engine starts
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________
if engine fails to start
4. __________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________
6. __________________________________________________
7. __________________________________________________
ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT (RESTART PROCEDURE)
1. __________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________
4. __________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________
6. __________________________________________________
7. __________________________________________________
8. __________________________________________________
9. __________________________________________________
FORCED LANDING (SECURING ENGINE)
1. __________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________
4. __________________________________________________
5. __________________________________________________
6. __________________________________________________
1. __________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________
Fill in all the applicable blanks:
1. VA __________ 2500 lbs
2. VFE __________ (First Extension Increment)
3. Best Glide Speed @ Maximum Gross Weight __________