Powerplant (JA310105) (JAA ATPL Library, 5)

Gain insight into the construction, function, and operation of both piston and gas turbine engines in preparation for the JAR-FCL 021 exam. Powerplant covers the syllabus for the JAR-FCL 021 exam paper. This volume gives the reader an insight into the construction, function, and operation of both piston and gas turbine engines. For examination purposes, the engines as described are to be considered 'generic', in reality each manufacturer will achieve the same objectives outlined in the text by different designs. Therefore, these notes equip the reader with the knowledge to undertake with confidence an engine manufacturer's course or type rating course which specializes in a particular design.