engine Flashcards
1
Q
what is manifold pressure
A
measures the pressure of the fuel/air mixture within the intake manifold of the engine
2
Q
what is intake manifold
A
small tube that distributes the fuel/air mixture within the engine cylinders during the intake stroke
3
Q
fixed pitch vs constant speed
A
pilot can adjust the constant speed prop allowing for more efficient aoa
4
Q
what does FSI stand for and what do they do
A
Flight service information.
Provide
- updated weather
- TFR ( temporary flight restrictions )
- Info you can get while en route to destination
- status of special use airspace or MTR
