Advertisement Contents Basic mechanics 1 Working cycle and airflow 11 Compressors 19 Combustion chambers 35 Turbines 45 Exhaust system 59 Accessory drives 65 Lubrication 73 Internal air system 85 Fuel system 95 Starting and ignition 121 Controls and instrumentation 133 …
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