Aviation Mechanic - General, Airframe, and Powerplant › III. Powerplant › Task H. Ignition and Starting Systems

AM.III.H.S13

Skill

Troubleshoot a turbine or reciprocating engine ignition system.

Study note

Get a short, cited explanation of this element written from the FAA handbooks: the core idea, the numbers that matter, common test traps, and a quick self-check.

From the FAA library

Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 4-1
Chapter 4: Engine Ignition & Electrical Systems › Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems
Chapter 4: Engine Ignition & Electrical Systems Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems The basic requirements for reciprocating engine ignition systems are similar, regardless of the type of engine. All ignition systems must deliver a high-tension spark across the electrodes of each ... engine’s cylinder. Ignition systems can be divided into two classifications: magneto-ignition systems or electronic Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) systems for reciprocating engines. Ignition systems can also be subclassified as either single or dual magneto-ignition systems…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 4-26
Chapter 4: Engine Ignition & Electrical Systems › Spark Plugs › Reciprocating Engine Ignition System Maintenance & Inspection
Reciprocating Engine Ignition System Maintenance & Inspection An aircraft’s ignition system is the result of careful design and thorough testing. The ignition system usually provides good, dependable service, provided it is maintained and inspected properly. However, difficulties can occur with…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 10-59
Chapter 10: Engine Maintenance & Operation › Troubleshooting Turbine Engines
Troubleshooting Turbine Engines Included in this section are typical guidelines for locating engine malfunctions on most turbine engines. Since it would be impractical to list all the malfunctions that could occur, only the most common malfunctions are covered. A thorough…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 5-15
Chapter 5: Engine Starting Systems › Air Turbine Starters
rotor to coast to a halt. The outboard clutch shaft continues to turn with the engine. Air Turbine Starter Troubleshooting Guide The troubleshooting procedures listed in Figure 5-25 are applicable to air turbine starting systems equipped with ... guide only and are not intended to replace the manufacturer’s instructions. Figure 5-25. Air turbine starter system troubleshooting procedures…
Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Powerplant p. 5-7
Chapter 5: Engine Starting Systems › Gas Turbine Engine Starters
Starting Systems The troubleshooting procedures listed in Figure 5-13 are typical of those used to isolate malfunctions in small aircraft starting systems. Figure 5-12. Engine starter mounted on the engine. Gas Turbine Engine Starters Gas turbine…