Gas Turbines - Fuels: DGCA Technical General questions

Question 1

Water in the fuel tanks is:

Accepted Answer

is a consequence of atmospheric air entering the tanks through the vent system

Answer

added with FSII when refuelling

Answer

is a consequence of atmospheric air entering the tanks through the engine

Answer

is a consequence of atmospheric air entering the tanks through the feeder box

Question 2

Water in the fuel tank is removed:

Accepted Answer

via a drain valve at the lowest point in the tank

Answer

via a drain tank at the base of the engine

Answer

via a scoop at the top of the tank

Answer

every major servicing only

Question 3

The flash point of AVTUR is:

Accepted Answer

38.7°C

Answer

-38.7°C

Answer

-40°C

Answer

-20°C