Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics: Powerplant Handbook

ISBN-10: 8173660093
ISBN-13: 9788173660092
Series: Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics
Pages: 532
Language: English
Published: 1976-01-01
Author: Faa

Description

This advisory circular is printed for persons preparing for a mechanics certificate with a powerplant rating. It is intended to provide basic information on principles, fundamentals, and technical procedures in the areas relating to the power-plant rating. This is designed to serve as a guide for students enrolled in a formal course of instruction, as well as the individual who is studying on his own. This volume is devoted to an explanation of the units which make up each of the systems that bring fuel, air, and ignition together in an aircraft engine for combustion. It also contains information on engine construction features, lubrication systems, exhaust systems, cooling systems, cylinder removal and replacement, compression checks, and valve adjustments.