The A/M32A-60 turbine transfers pneumatic bleed air to the aircraft or support equipment via which component?

• A. Duct Hose
• B. Flexible Tube
• C. Rigid Pipe
• D. Vent Hose

Answer: (A)

The important idea is how pneumatic bleed air is delivered from the A/M32A-60 turbine to the aircraft or support equipment. The bleed air must be routed through a conduit that can handle high pressure and high temperature while allowing some flexibility to accommodate movement and alignment between equipment. Duct hose is specifically designed for this purpose in aviation systems: a flexible, heat-resistant conduit that provides a secure flow path from the turbine to the aircraft or ground equipment, with proper fittings and clamps to prevent leaks.

Rigid pipe is less suitable here because it lacks the flexibility needed to connect to different aircraft and ground hardware that may move or shift during operation. A vent hose is meant for exhausting air, not delivering it to the aircraft or equipment. A flexible tube may seem plausible, but the standard and practical term used in aircraft bleed-air systems is duct hose, which is designed to meet the rate, temperature, and sealing requirements of this application.