Construction

Question 1

What name 2 things the engine is the source of?

Answer 1

-source of thrust
-source of vibration
-source of heat & possible fire

Question 2

How is the engine isolated from the fuselage?

Answer 2

Using firewalls and shields

Question 3

What effects can the engine position have on the aircraft ?

Answer 3

-safety
-structural weight
-drag
-control
-maximum lift
-propulsive efficiency
-maintainability
-aircraft growth potential

Question 4

How is the pylon assembly divided?

Answer 4

Into primary and secondary secondary structure

Question 5

Name 3 parts of the pylon assembly?

Answer 5

-torque box
-firewall and seal
-fairings
-strut drains
-fan cowl support beams
-engine attach fittings

Question 6

Name 2 accessories o a nacelle?

Answer 6

• engine mounts
• structural members
  -cowling
  -firewall
  -skin