This section covers the main systems found on small airplanes. These include the engine, propeller, and induction systems, as well as the ignition, fuel, lubrication, cooling, electrical, landing gear, autopilot, and environmental control systems. A comprehensive introduction to gas turbine engines is included at the end of this section.
POWERPLANT
The airplane engine and propeller, often referred to as a powerplant, work in combination to produce thrust. The powerplant propels the airplane and drives the various systems that support the operation of an airplane.
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The correct name for the tail section of an airplane is empennage. The empennage includes the entire tail group, consisting of fixed su... -
The fuselage includes the cabin and/or cockpit, which contains seats for the occupants and the controls for the airplane. In addition,... -
If an airplane were viewed in straight - and - level flight from the rear and if the forces acting on the airplane actually could be seen,...