Aircraft Powerplants Eighth Edition

Author : Thomas W. Wild
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071799141
Total Pages : 768 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Powerplants, Eighth Edition written by Thomas W. Wild and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2013-07-30 with total page 768 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive, current guide to aircraft powerplants Fully revised to cover the latest industry advances, Aircraft Powerplants, Eighth Edition, prepares you for certification as an FAA powerplant technician in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR). This authoritative text has been updated to reflect recent changes in FAR Part 147. This new edition features expanded coverage of turbine-engine theory and nomenclature; current models of turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft engines; and up-to-date details on turbine-engine fuel, oil, and ignition systems. Important information on how individual components and systems operate together is integrated throughout the text. Clear photos of various components and a full-color insert of diagrams and systems are included. Review questions at the end of each chapter enable you to check your knowledge of the topics presented in this practical resource. Aircraft Powerplants, Eighth Edition, covers: Aircraft powerplant classification and progress Reciprocating-engine construction and nomenclature Internal-combustion engine theory and performance Lubricants and lubricating systems Induction systems, superchargers, turbochargers, and cooling and exhaust systems Basic fuel systems and carburetors Fuel injection systems Reciprocating-engine ignition and starting systems Operation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of reciprocating engines Reciprocating-engine overhaul practices Gas-turbine engine: theory, jet propulsion principles, engine performance, and efficiencies Principal parts of a gas-turbine engine, construction, and nomenclature Gas-turbine engine: fuels and fuel systems Turbine-engine lubricants and lubricating systems Ignition and starting systems of gas-turbine engines Turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft engines Gas-turbine operation, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and overhaul Propeller theory, nomenclature, and operation Turbopropellers and control systems Propeller installation, inspection, and maintenance Engine indicating, warning, and control systems

Author : Thomas W. Wild
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 1259835715
Total Pages : 736 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Powerplants, Ninth Edition written by Thomas W. Wild and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2018-02-02 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The most comprehensive guide to aircraft powerplants―fully updated for the latest advances This authoritative textbook contains all the information you need to learn to master the operation and maintenance of aircraft engines and achieve FAA Powerplant certification. The book offers clear explanations of all engine components, mechanics, and technologies. This ninth edition has been thoroughly revised to include the most current and critical topics. Brand-new sections explain the latest engine models, diesel engines, alternative fuels, pressure ratios, and reciprocating and turbofan engines. Hundreds of detailed diagrams and photos illustrate each topic. Aircraft Powerplants, Ninth Edition covers: •Aircraft powerplant classification and progress •Reciprocating-engine construction and nomenclature •Internal-combustion engine theory and performance •Lubricants and lubricating systems •Induction systems, superchargers, and turbochargers •Cooling and exhaust systems •Basic fuel systems and carburetors •Fuel injection systems •Reciprocating-engine ignition and starting systems •Operation, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of reciprocating engines •Reciprocating engine overhaul practices •Principal parts, construction, types, and nomenclature of gas-turbine engines •Gas-turbine engine theory and jet propulsion principles •Turbine-engine lubricants and lubricating systems •Ignition and starting systems of gas-turbine engines •Turbofan, turboprop, and turboshaft engines •Gas-turbine operation, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and overhaul •Propeller theory, nomenclature, and operation •Turbopropellers and control systems •Propeller installation, inspection, and maintenance •Engine indicating, warning, and control systems

Author : Michael J. Kroes
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Powerplants written by Michael J. Kroes and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Michael Kroes
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071799184
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Basic Science, Eighth Edition written by Michael Kroes and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2013-03-30 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the latest technologies needed to pass the FAA airframe and powerplant maintenance certification! Aircraft Basic Science, Eighth Edition, is a valuable resource for students of aviation technology that provides updated information needed to prepare for an FAA airframe and powerplant maintenance certification. This expanded edition includes recent advances in technology, such as the use of composite aircraft materials, with revised examples and figures to more accurately reflect the state of the industry. For easy reference, chapters are illustrated and present specific aspects of aircraft materials, fabrication processes, maintenance tools, and federal aviation regulations. This updated edition includes: The use, inspection, and fabrication of composite structures, including honeycomb, fiberglass, and carbon fiber materials 4-page full-color insert Hypersonic flight aerodynamics as they apply to high-speed aircraft and space reentry vehicles Tilt rotor aircraft aerodynamics and design New alloys and processes used in aircraft such as powered aluminum and friction stir welding Relevant ICAO/EASA (European and international) rules and regulations including maintenance and repair organizations (MROs), the NASA safety reporting system, ATA systems, the electronic document retrieval system, and recordkeeping systems Ground handling and safety for large, airline-style aircraft New alternative fuels under development including bio and other synthetic fuels FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification requirements needed to perform and approve aircraft maintenance

Author : United States. Flight Standards Service
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 620 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics Airframe Handbook written by United States. Flight Standards Service and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ronald Sterkenburg
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 1260441067
Total Pages : 624 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Maintenance & Repair, Eighth Edition written by Ronald Sterkenburg and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2019-09-13 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Get up-to-date information on every aspect of aircraft maintenance and prepare for the FAA A&P certification exam This trusted textbook covers all of the airframe maintenance and repair topics that students must understand in order to achieve Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification as set forth by the FAA’s FAR 147 curriculum. Fully updated for the latest standards and technologies, the book offers detailed discussions of key topics, including structures and coverings, sheet metal and welding, assemblies, landing gear, and fuel systems. Relevant FAA regulations and safety requirements are highlighted throughout. You will get hundreds of illustrations, end-of-chapter review questions, and multiple-choice practice exam questions. New content reflects the industry-wide shift toward all-composite aircraft models and includes explanations of cutting-edge covering systems, modern welding techniques, methods and tools for riveting and rigging, fire detection, and de-icing systems. Aircraft Maintenance & Repair, Eighth Edition, covers: •Hazardous materials•Structures•Fabric•Painting•Welding equipment•Welding and repair•Sheet-metal construction, inspection, and repair•Plastics and composites•Assembly and rigging•Fluid power•Aircraft landing-gear and fuel systems•Environmental and auxiliary systems•Troubleshooting

Author : Charles Edward Otis
Publisher : Aviation Maintenance Pub
ISBN 13 : 9780884873112
Total Pages : 514 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Gas Turbine Powerplants written by Charles Edward Otis and published by Aviation Maintenance Pub. This book was released on 2002 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Newly revised and comprehensive information on aircraft gas turbine powerplants and updated coverage of jet engine technology. Extensive cross-reference between today's aircraft and engines. Now includes over 500 illustrations, charts and tables. Written by Otis and Vosbury. ISBN# 0-88487-311-0. 514 pages.

Author : Michael J. Kroes
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 712 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aircraft Powerplants written by Michael J. Kroes and published by McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math. This book was released on 1995 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition features expanded coverage of turbine engine theory and nomenclature. It also includes additional current models of turbofan, turboprop and turboshaft engines. The updated material on aircraft systems includes the latest information on control, indicating and warning systems.

Author : Ron Sterkenburg
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 1260468933
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Standard Aircraft Handbook for Mechanics and Technicians, Eighth Edition written by Ron Sterkenburg and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2021-03-19 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The on-the-job aircraft maintenance manual and gold standard for aviation students and professionals – now fully updated For over 60 years, the Standard Aircraft Handbook for Mechanics and Technicians has been the go-to manual for building, maintaining, overhauling, and repairing aircraft of all types. This illustrated manual provides clear, step-by-step procedures for all essential aircraft maintenance and repair tasks. Thoroughly revised to cover the latest advances in the industry, this Eighth Edition includes essential information on composite materials, cutting-edge nondestructive testing, corrosion detection equipment and procedures, and new sections on wood components, aircraft weight and balance, welding, and FAA regulations. New photos, diagrams, tables, and schematics are featured throughout this must-have reference. Coverage includes: Tools and their proper use Materials and fabricating, including new section on wood Drilling and countersinking Riveting Bolts and threaded fasteners Aircraft plumbing Control cable Electrical wiring and installation NEW - Aircraft weight and balance Nondestructive testing (NDT) Corrosion detection and control Composite materials NEW - FAA regulations and aircraft inspections

Author : Gregory N. Brown
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781560276234
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Turbine Pilot's Flight Manual written by Gregory N. Brown and published by . This book was released on 2001-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering all the essentials of turbine aircraft, this guide will prepare readers for a turbine aircraft interview, commuter ground school, or a new jet job.