FAA AMT (Aviation Maintenance Technician) Airframe Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of an antiskid system?

  1. To lock the wheels during braking

  2. To apply enough force to operate just below the skid point

  3. To reduce the aircraft's speed

  4. To signal when the aircraft is airborne

The correct answer is: To apply enough force to operate just below the skid point

The purpose of an antiskid system is to apply enough braking force to the wheels to operate just below the skid point. This is essential to prevent the wheels from locking up during braking, which could lead to skidding and loss of control. By maintaining the wheels at the optimum braking force, the antiskid system helps improve braking efficiency and control on various runway surfaces. Option A is incorrect because locking the wheels during braking is actually what the antiskid system aims to prevent. Option C is incorrect as reducing the aircraft's speed is a result of effective braking with the antiskid system, but it is not the primary purpose of the system. Option D is incorrect as signaling when the aircraft is airborne is not related to the function of an antiskid system.