SAMPLE: ------ Topic: 15.17, Turbo-Shaft Engines. Question Number 1. A turbo-shaft engine has. Option A. a mechanical connection between compressor and turbine. Option B. a power shaft which is not connected to the compressor. Option C. none of the above. Correct Answer is. a power shaft which is not connected to the compressor. Explanation. Jepperson Gas Turbine Powerplants Page 2-6 refers. Question Number 2. On a twin spool turbo-shaft engine, the free turbine is connected to the. Option A. output gearbox. Option B. L.P gearbox. Option C. H.P gearbox. Correct Answer is. output gearbox. Explanation. The output gearbox will normally contain a reduction gear system and torque measuring equipment. Question Number 3. In the majority of helicopters, the thrust generated by the gas generator is absorbed by the. Option A. L.P turbine. Option B. Free power turbine. Option C. H.P turbine. Correct Answer is. Free power turbine. Explanation. The power turbine drives a reduction/rotor transmission gearbox.