Oil System

Question 1

Describe the engine oil system?

Answer 1

Full pressure wet sumps

Question 2

Maximum and minimum oil levels for safe operation?

Answer 2

2-8 quarts

Question 3

Preferred oil level

Answer 3

6 quarts

Question 4

What action would you take if you noted:
Oil Px at 20 PSI and dropping
Oil temp 260F and rising
Cylinder head temps 500F and rising

Answer 4

Secure the engine, feather the prop, declare an emergency, and land as soon as possible