Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › I. General › Task F. Ground Operations and Servicing

AM.I.F.R8

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Engine starting and operation while troubleshooting or adjusting engine controls.

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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 8-14
Chapter 8: Engine Removal & Replacement › Rigging, Inspections, & Adjustments › Adjusting the Fuel Control
must be rigged after each engine change and fuel control change. Figure 8-13 shows the control system from the bellcrank in the upper pylon to the fuel control. Before adjusting the power controls at the engine ... unit of the engine is adjusted to trim the engine to obtain maximum thrust output of the engine when desired. The engine must be retrimmed after a fuel control unit is replaced, the engine does…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-55
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Turbine Engine Operation
should be consulted before attempting to start and operate any turbine engine. A turbofan engine has only one power control lever. Adjusting the power lever, or throttle lever, sets up a thrust condition for which the fuel control…
Airplane Flying Handbook p. G-8
Glossary › Numbers and Symbols
that is not adjustable in flight. Bent in one direction or another while on the ground to apply trim forces to the control surface. Ground effect. A condition of improved performance encountered when an airplane is operating very close ... type of small gas turbine whose purpose is to provide electrical power, and/or air pressure for starting aircraft engines. A ground unit is connected to the aircraft when needed. Similar to an aircraft-installed auxiliary power unit. Ground track…