Question 44Gas Turbine - 1st Asst/Chief70% to pass
Which of the following is the most likely cause for the main propulsion gas turbine engine tripping during start up?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) Failure to achieve the minimum rpm in a certain period of time.
This is the most likely cause for the main propulsion gas turbine engine tripping during start up. The gas turbine engine requires the engine to reach a minimum rpm within a specified time frame during the start-up sequence. If this minimum rpm is not achieved, the engine's safety systems will automatically trip the engine to prevent damage. This is a standard safety feature built into the engine's design and control systems.
The other options are less likely causes. Inlet air ice detection and high oil filter differential pressure would not directly cause the engine to trip during start-up. Low sump oil level could potentially contribute to the engine not reaching the minimum rpm, but this would be a secondary factor rather than the primary cause.
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