Aircraft General Knowledge
Powerplant

This book is divided into two sections. Section one is the Reciprocating Engine, and cover topics like: Lubrication, Cooling, Ignition, Carburetion, Fuel Injection, Fuel Systems, Engine Performance, Power Augmentation, Handling and Propellers.

Section two is the Jet Engine, and covers topics like: Principles of Operation, Working Cycle, Intakes, Compressors, Combustion, Turbines, Exhaust, Thrust Augmentation, Internal and Bleed Air, Gearboxes, Ignition, Fuel, Lubrication, Noise Suppression, Ice protection, Control Indicators, Operation, Turbo-Props, APU and Ram Air Turbine.

Together with our books "Airframes and Systems", "Electrics" and "Instrumentation", the "Powerplant" book covers the curriculum In the "Aircraft General Knowledge" as required by JAR-FCL.