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Why should cooling vents and airflow paths be checked during preflight?
- A.Blocked vents can cause motors, electronics, or batteries to overheat in flight
- B.Vents are only for reducing aircraft weight
- C.Blocked vents improve efficiency by keeping heat in
Correct answer
A. Blocked vents can cause motors, electronics, or batteries to overheat in flight
Why
Electrical components rely on airflow to stay within operating temperatures. Tape, stickers, debris, or payloads covering vents should be removed before flight.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 12 · ACS knowledge area: Maintenance and Preflight Inspection Procedures · From the Maintenance & Preflight Inspection practice bank (MNT-043).