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    In aeronautics, ice protection systems keep atmospheric moisture from accumulating on aircraft surfaces, such as wings, propellers, rotor blades, engine...
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    (BLC), ice protection and pressurisation of fuel tanks. Aircraft avionic systems encompass a wide range of electrical and electronic systems that include...
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  • Bleed air (redirect from Bleed Air System)
    surrounding systems. Aerotoxic syndrome Cabin pressurization Components of jet engines Environmental control system (aircraft) Ice protection system "777 Bleed...
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    AgustaWestland announced that EASA certification of the AW189's limited ice protection system had been granted, and stated that the rotorcraft was the first in...
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  • Caution, this system requires timely attention or may do so in the future (ice detected, fuel imbalance) Green: Advisory/Indication, a system is in use or...
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    hydraulic systems without the engines operating, which can be very useful during maintenance. Source: HL: With agents to enhance corrosion protection and age...
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    Deicing boot (redirect from Ice bridging)
    A deicing boot is a type of ice protection system installed on aircraft surfaces to permit a mechanical deicing in flight. Such boots are generally installed...
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    an external stores system including various armaments, armoured seats, self-sealing fuel tanks, and a full ice protection system for all-weather operations...
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  • An aircraft fuel system allows the crew to pump, manage, and deliver aviation fuel to the propulsion system and auxiliary power unit (APU) of an aircraft...
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    the electrical systems of the aircraft; others can produce 28 V DC voltage. APUs can provide power through single or three-phase systems. During World...
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    Mars by means of a downward-facing Lidar altimeter. Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers can also determine altitude by trilateration with four or...
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    to reflect the risks of climbing protection. Notable traditional climbing systems include the British E-grade system (e.g. E4 6a). In bouldering (i.e...
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    almost always have in-flight ice protections systems to shed ice buildup and prevent reformation. Ice protection systems are becoming increasingly common...
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    In aviation, an electronic flight instrument system (EFIS) is a flight instrument display system in an aircraft cockpit that displays flight data electronically...
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    electrical systems. On customer request, the AW169 can be equipped with a comprehensive full ice protection system; alternatively, a limited ice protection system...
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  • Coffman engine starter (category Starting systems)
    Coffman engine starter (also known as a "shotgun starter") was a starting system used on many piston engines in aircraft and armored vehicles of the 1930s...
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    effect of a conventional propeller (see P-factor). Some contra-rotating systems were designed to be used at takeoff for maximum power and efficiency under...
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    An engine-indicating and crew-alerting system (EICAS) is an integrated system used in modern aircraft to provide aircraft flight crew with instrumentation...
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    The stick shaker comprises a key component of an aircraft's stall protection system. Accidents, such as the 1963 BAC One-Eleven test crash, were attributable...
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    used in odometer systems for rail vehicles, such as are required for train protection systems — notably the European Train Control System. As well as speed...
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  • timing for the engine. The flow restrictions in the intake and exhaust systems create a reduction in the inlet flow which reduces the total mass delivery...
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    autothrottle (automatic throttle, also known as autothrust, A/T or A/THR) is a system that allows a pilot to control the power setting of an aircraft's engines...
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    modern era, the 360-degree system took hold. This system is still in use today for civilian navigators. The degree system spaces 360 equidistant points...
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    power section consists of additional stages of turbines, a gear reduction system, and the shaft output. The gas generator creates the hot expanding gases...
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    cabin air cleaner. This water removal process prevents ice from forming and clogging the system, and keeps the cockpit and cabin from fogging on ground...
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    A full authority digital engine (or electronics) control (FADEC) is a system consisting of a digital computer, called an "electronic engine controller"...
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  • integrated engine pressure ratio will be P1 /P0. The IEPR is an engine indicator system unique to the Rolls-Royce RB211. Jet engine performance Turbofan Glenn Research...
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    modern implementations, it is often combined with several other input systems, such as direct voice input and helmet-mounted display, to further reduce...
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  • TKS fluid is similar to Type I fluid and is used by in-flight TKS ice protection systems. It can also be used for ground-based deicing. It conforms to different...
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  • hydraulics tend to require more power to keep the system at a high pressure, and can leak. Electric systems consume and waste less power, and do not leak...
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