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Title: Fuel mixture control of props.
Post by: Аэрофлот Jr. on February 08, 2009, 09:26:45 PM

Could you explain how does fuel mixture control works on props ?  Thanks .

Title: Re: Fuel mixture control of props.
Post by: jonnevin on February 08, 2009, 10:00:51 PM

it allows for less fuel to be introduced at higher altitudes where there is less air to mix with. It creates the more efficient combustion situation. Take off is done full rich (or close to it) in most situations and then once leveled off, the pilot leans the engine via exhaust gas temp, or other indications.

Title: Re: Fuel mixture control of props.
Post by: Аэрофлот Jr. on February 08, 2009, 10:47:02 PM

Quote from: jonnevin on February 08, 2009, 10:00:51 PM

it allows for less fuel to be introduced at higher altitudes where there is less air to mix with. It creates the more efficient combustion situation. Take off is done full rich (or close to it) in most situations and then once leveled off, the pilot leans the engine via exhaust gas temp, or other indications.

Got it . had that question for long time , but finally i remembered to ask nd got the answer . Thanks .