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Tell me about the engines on the Apache
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Lycoming engines 150 hp at 2700 RPM
four cylinders normally aspirated
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What is the oil capacity
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8 quarts max 2 quarts minimum six -- 7
quarts normal
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What type of propellers are on the Apache
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Hartsell fulfilled during propellers
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What forces act on the propellers
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Springs counterweights oil pressure and aerodynamic forces area springs and counterweights to drive the prop to coarse pitch toward feather, oil pressure and aerodynamic forces drive it towards fine pitch take off
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Why do the props not feather when you shut the engine down on the ground
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There are locking pins that drop into place at about 700 or 800 RPM
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How many fuel tanks are on the Apache
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4
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