Type training · Boeing 757 B1.1 · ATA 05–12, 52
Boeing 757 B1.1: Airplane General and Doors (ATA 05–12, 52)Type training questions & answers
Weights, stations and zones, jacking, towing and servicing, and the passenger, cargo and access doors.
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- Written for the 757-200 with Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 engines
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Sample Airplane General and Doors questions with answers
Three questions from the free preview. Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.
1.What does the maximum design zero fuel weight (MZFW) mean?
- A.The maximum certified weight without usable fuel
- B.The weight as the airplane leaves the factory
- C.The maximum weight for ground manoeuvring
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Correct answer: A. The maximum certified weight without usable fuel
MZFW is the maximum certified weight without fuel. MEW is the factory weight and MGTW the maximum taxi weight.
2.What is operational empty weight (OEW)?
- A.With full fuel and no payload
- B.As built, before any options
- C.Ready to fly, no fuel or payload
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Correct answer: C. Ready to fly, no fuel or payload
OEW includes crew, fluids, catering and equipment, but not usable fuel or payload.
3.Where is body station (STA) 0?
- A.At the tip of the radome
- B.At the front pressure bulkhead
- C.159 inches ahead of the nose
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Correct answer: C. 159 inches ahead of the nose
STA 0 is 159 inches forward of the nose. Water line 0 is 56 inches below the main landing gear reference.
Part of the Boeing 757 B1.1 type course
One chapter of the Boeing 757 B1.1 type course question bank, for the 757-200 with Rolls-Royce RB211-535E4 engines, written in our own words for revision. Your type course and the aircraft maintenance manual stay the authority: limits and procedures can differ between airframes and operators.
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