Aircraft Reciprocating Engines

Engine Topics Maintenance

Aircraft Reciprocating Engines
113 pages $16.95

The best part of this book is its extensive guide for performing periodic and annual inspections of the engine and airframe, including an "FAA approved" checklist. Otherwise it is an easier to understand and somewhat abreviated version of the Sky Ranch Engineering Manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I.     Theory and Classification

        basic energy transformation

II.   Construction & Operation

       general requirements; engine configuration; cylinder numbering

       firing order; mechanical system; lubrication system; carburetion

       system; induction system; cooling system; exhaust system;

       ignition system; propeller

III. Engine Service & Overhaul

       determination of service life; classifications of servicing

IV. Major Overhaul

        removal from airplane; disassembly; cleaning; inspection

        repair; reassembly; testing

V.    Engine Trouble Shooting

        engine is hard to set; engine idles rough; engine will not

       develop full static rpm; engine will not develop rated power;

       low oil pressure; high oil consumption; high cylinder head

       temperature

V.   Glossary

V.   Study Questions