AVM 229 - Engine Support Systems

1. Recall proficient knowledge of engine induction and exhaust systems
2. Recall proficient knowledge of engine fire protection systems
3. Demonstrate common processes/procedures associated with engine accessory systems

1. Reciprocating Engine Induction Systems
   1. Basic Carburetor Induction System
   2. Supercharged Induction Systems
2. Turbine Engine Inlet Systems
   1. Divided-Entrance Duct
   2. Variable-Geometry Duct
   3. Compressor Inlet Screens
   4. Bellmouth Compressor Inlets
   5. Turboprop and Turboshaft Compressor Inlets
   6. Turbofan Engine Inlet Sections
3. Reciprocating Engine Exhaust Systems
   1. Radial Engine Exhaust Collector Ring System
   2. Manifold and Augmentor Exhaust Assembly
   3. Reciprocating Engine Exhaust System Maintenance Practices
   4. Exhaust System Inspection
   5. Muffler and Heat Exchanger Failures
   6. Exhaust Manifold and Stack Failures
   7. Internal Muffler Failures
4. Exhaust Systems with Turbocharger
   1. Augmentor Exhaust System
   2. Exhaust System Repairs
   3. Turbine Engine Exhaust Nozzles
   4. Convergent Exhaust Nozzle
   5. Convergent-Divergent Exhaust Nozzle
5. Thrust Reversers
6. Afterburning/Thrust Augmentation
7. Thrust Vectoring
8. Engine Noise Suppression
9. Turbine Engine Emissions
10. Reasons for Removal of Reciprocating Engines
    1. Engine or Component Lifespan Exceeded
    2. Sudden Stoppage
    3. Sudden Reduction in Speed
    4. Metal Particles in the Oil
    5. Spectrometric Oil Analysis Engine Inspection Program
    6. Turbine Engine Condition Monitoring Programs
    7. Engine Operational Problems
11. General Procedures for Engine Removal and Installation
    1. Preparation of Engines for Installation
    2. QECA Buildup Method for Changing of Engines
    3. Depreservation of an Engine
    4. Inspection and Depreservation of Accessories
12. Inspection and Replacement of Powerplant External Units and Systems
13. Preparing the Engine for Removal
    1. Draining the Engine
    2. Electrical Disconnects
    3. Disconnection of Engine Controls
    4. Disconnection of Lines
    5. Other Disconnections
14. Removing the Engine
    1. Hoisting the Engine
15. Hoisting and Mounting the Engine for Installation
    1. Connections and Adjustments
16. Preparation of Engine for Ground and Flight Testing
    1. Pre-Oiling
    2. Fuel System Bleeding
17. Propeller Check
18. Checks and Adjustments After Engine Runup and Operation
19. Rigging, Inspections, and Adjustments
    1. Rigging Power Controls
    2. Adjusting the Fuel Control
20. Turboprop Powerplant Removal and Installation
21. Reciprocating Helicopter Engine and QECA
    1. Removal of Helicopter QECA
    2. Installation, Rigging, and Adjustment of Helicopter QECA
    3. Testing the Engine Installation
22. Engine Mounts
    1. Mounts for Reciprocating Engines
    2. Mounts for Turbofan Engines
    3. Turbine Vibration Isolation Engine Mounts
23. Preservation and Storage of Engines
    1. Corrosion-Preventive Materials
    2. Corrosion-Preventive Compounds
    3. Dehydrating Agents
24. Engine Preservation and Return to Service
25. Engine Shipping Containers
26. Inspection of Stored Engines
27. Preservation and Depreservation of Gas Turbine Engines
28. Engine Fire Protection Systems
    1. Components
    2. Engine Fire Detection Systems
    3. Fire Zones
29. Engine Fire Extinguishing System
    1. Fire Extinguishing Agent
    2. Turbine Engine Ground Fire Protection
    3. Containers
    4. Discharge Valves
    5. Pressure Indication
    6. Two-Way Check Valve
    7. Discharge Indicators
    8. Fire Switch
    9. Warning Systems
30. Fire Detection System Maintenance
31. Fire Detection System Troubleshooting
32. Fire Extinguisher System Maintenance Practices
33. Boeing 777 Aircraft Fire Detection and Extinguishing System
    1. Overheat Detection
    2. Fire Detection
    3. Nacelle Temperature Recording
    4. Continuous Fault Monitoring
    5. Single/Dual Loop Operation
    6. System Test
    7. Boeing 777 Fire Extinguisher System
    8. Squib
    9. Engine Fire Switches
    10. Engine Fire Operation
34. APU Fire Detection and Extinguishing System
    1. APU Fire Warning
    2. Fire Bottle Discharge