#1
Which component detects smoke in the aircraft lavatories?
Heat sensors
Smoke detectors
Flame detectors
Infrared sensors
#2
Which system component is responsible for alerting the pilots about a potential fire?
Engine control unit
Flight management system
Fire warning system
Environmental control system
#3
What feature do most portable fire extinguishers in the passenger cabin of commercial aircraft share?
They are primarily water-based
They use Halon or its replacements
They are rechargeable by the cabin crew
They automatically discharge when smoke is detected
#4
What is the primary action pilots must take when a fire warning is activated in flight?
Immediately land at the nearest airport
Activate the fire suppression system
Shut down the affected engine
All of the above
#5
Which of the following is NOT a standard location for fire extinguishers on commercial aircraft?
Cockpit
Lavatories
Passenger seating areas
Galley
#6
Which of the following best describes the role of a fire protection system in an aircraft's cargo compartment?
To prevent unauthorized access to cargo
To maintain temperature and pressure conditions
To detect and suppress fires automatically
To monitor cargo weight and balance
#7
What type of fire extinguishing agent is commonly used in engine nacelles?
Water
Foam
Halogenated agents
Dry chemical powder
#8
How does a continuous loop detector in an aircraft's engine area detect a fire?
By sensing visible smoke
By detecting an increase in temperature
By sensing infrared radiation
By detecting a decrease in pressure
#9
What system is used to suppress fire in an aircraft cargo compartment?
Water spray system
Gaseous halon system
Foam system
Dry powder system
#10
What method is primarily used to detect a fire in the wheel well of an aircraft?
Visual inspection
Smoke detectors
Heat sensors
Flame detectors
#11
What is the primary reason Halon-based fire extinguishers are being phased out in aircraft?
Ineffectiveness in extinguishing certain types of fires
Environmental concerns due to ozone depletion potential
High operational costs
Increased weight compared to other agents
#12
Which certification standard addresses fire protection requirements for commercial aircraft?
ISO 9001
FAA Part 25
EASA CS-25
Both b and c
#13
In advanced aircraft fire protection systems, what technology is increasingly being used for early smoke detection?
Laser beam scattering
Ultraviolet light sensors
Ionization smoke detectors
Photoelectric sensors
#14
In modern aircraft, what type of fire detection system is most commonly used for cargo compartments?
Spot detector system
Continuous loop system
Visual detection system
Aspirating smoke detection system
#15
What kind of fire suppression systems are used in aircraft fuel tanks to reduce the risk of fuel vapor ignition?
Foam injection systems
Gaseous nitrogen systems
Water mist systems
Carbon dioxide systems
#16
How do modern aircraft systems typically distinguish between a false fire alarm and an actual fire?
By analyzing the rate of temperature increase
By manual inspection only
Using a predetermined number of alarms
Cross-checking with multiple types of detectors
#17
What technological advancement is being explored to replace Halon in aircraft fire suppression systems?
Water mist systems
Advanced foam systems
Liquid nitrogen systems
All of the above
#18
What safety feature is integrated into aircraft fuel systems to prevent ignition from static electricity?
Static wicks
Fuel tank inerting systems
Conductive fuel hoses
Grounding straps