Economic Impact of Derated Climb on Large Commercial Engines
Aircraft engines are sized and power managed to meet takeoff field length and climb rate requirements at the maximum takeoff gross weight (TOGW). When operating at reduced TOGW, reduced thrust (derate) may be used in both takeoff and climb to extend engine life and reduce maintenance cost…. Continue Reading →
Engine Ignition Selection
This document has been published by Airbus and deals with Engine Ignition Selection…. Continue Reading →
Engine Operation and Malfunctions
The purpose of this document is to provide straightforward material to give flight crews the basics of airplane engine operational theory. This document will also provide pertinent information about malfunctions that may be encountered during the operation of turbofanpowered airplanes, especially those malfunctions that cannot be simulated well and may thus cause confusion…. Continue Reading →
Engine Power Loss In Ice Crystal Conditions
High-altitude ice crystals in convective weather are now recognized as a cause of engine damage and engine power loss that affects multiple models of commercial airplanes and engines. These events typically have occurred in conditions that appear benign to pilots, including an absence of airframe icing and only light turbulence…. Continue Reading →
Engines Thrust Loss
Review of operational impact… Continue Reading →
Fuel Filter Contamination
Dirty fuel is the main cause of engine fuel filter contamination. Although’s a difficult problem to isolate, airlines can take steps to deal with it, including auditing fuel suppliers to ensure that they are following applicable fuel handling requirements and replacing engine fuel filters more often…. Continue Reading →
Handling Engine Malfunctions
The objective of this Briefing is to provide basic guidelines to identify engine malfunctions and to give typical operational recommendations in case of engine malfunctions…. Continue Reading →
Inflight Airplane Vibration
Modern commercial jet airplanes provide smooth, comfortable travel that typically is free of vibration. Some types of vibration can be expected from time to time and are considered normal. However, isolated cases of abnormal vibration require prompt flight crew response and subsequent timely maintenance action…. Continue Reading →
Jet Engines Basics
Jet Engines basics developped and published by Boeing. A very well illustratated document!… Continue Reading →