M15.3 Flashcards
1
Q
What are IGV
A
Inlet guide vanes to straighten airflow and direct it into first stages of compressor
2
Q
What is function of engine inlet
A
Provide a distortion free airflow to inlet of compressor
3
Q
What is the air inlet duct considered as
A
Part of airframe
4
Q
What is the divided enterance duct
A
Can either be wing root inlet or scoop on each side of fuselage
5
Q
What are screens
A
Prevent engine from FOD, do not cause loss of inlet duct pressure and susceptible to icing. Retractable and withdrawn after take off or when there’s icing conditions
