Aircraft Engine

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     Reference: ACS PA.III.A. PHAK Chapter 7

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​In this lesson we will discuss the engine and associated parts.

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Aviation aircraft engines are also known as, the power plant, no matter what type of fixed wing aircraft.

Depending on the type of airplane, you are training in, a Cessna 152 or Cessna 172.  It has four cylinders, which are horizontally opposed, and is a direct drive to the propeller.

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• C152

  • ​110 Horse power (HP)

• C172

  • 160 HP

• 2500 rpm