Aircraft Systems - Engine

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Air Filter

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A component located at the front of the aircraft that prevents dirt and debris from entering the engine.

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Types of Aviation Engines

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Aviation engines are primarily categorized into two types: Reciprocating Engines and Turbine Engines.

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Four Stroke Cycle

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A cycle in engine operation consisting of four stages: intake, compression, power, and exhaust.

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Ignition System Components

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Includes Magnetos, Spark Plugs, Wires, and Ignition Switch, all of which are essential for engine ignition.

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Groups of Aviation Engines

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Aviation engines are separated into two main groups: Reciprocating and Turbine.

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Reciprocating Engine

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An engine that uses pistons to convert pressure into rotational motion, commonly found in smaller aircraft.

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Turbine Engine

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An engine that uses a rotating turbine to produce thrust, typically used in larger aircraft.

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Function of the Air Filter

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To ensure clean air enters the engine, enhancing performance and longevity.

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Magnetos

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Devices that generate electrical current for the ignition system in aircraft engines.

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Spark Plugs

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Components that ignite the air-fuel mixture in the engine's combustion chamber.