Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook-Powerplant, Volume1 Volume 2: Faa-H-8083-32a - Paperback

by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) (Author)

The Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook-Powerplant (FAA-H-8083-32A) Volume 1 and Volume 2, is the latest revision developed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Released in 2018, this new edition reflects current technologies, equipment and procedures.

This handbook is one of a series of three handbooks for persons preparing for the certification exams required for obtaining an Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) certificate with Airframe or Powerplant rating or both (FAA A&P License). It is intended that this handbook provide the basic information on principles, fundamentals, and technical procedures in the subject matter areas relating to the powerplant rating. It is designed to aid students enrolled in a formal course of instruction, as well as the individual who is studying on his or her own. This handbook contains an explanation of the units that make up each of the systems that bring fuel, air, and ignition together in an aircraft engine for combustion. It also contains information on engine construction features, lubrication systems, exhaust systems, cooling systems, cylinder removal and replacement, compression checks, and valve adjustments. Illustrated throughout with detailed, full-color drawings and photographs with a comprehensive glossary and index.

The handbook content is available for download, in PDF format, from www.faa.gov.

Both volumes are printed in full color and bound into one handbook.

Handbook Features:

512 pages. Size: 8.5 x 11 inches, (21.59 x 27.94 cm).

Cover: paperback, glossy.