Hotdogs Posted June 12, 2012 Report Share Posted June 12, 2012 Don't pull excessive torque getting the rotor up to speed, constantly monitor torque, temp, and speed during all power increases, letting the turbine cool down for 2 minutes before shutdown. It's a little bit more than don't hot start it. The only thing I would add is that with more powerful turbines there is usually an increase in the complexity of the systems of the aircraft. The knowledge of which can greatly increase your chances of survival or recovery in the case of an emergency. Hydraulics, electrical, fuel, oil, etc...It's not a simple piston engine anymore. Add in multiple engines and the dynamics of those systems become that much more interesting. I know dudes who have over torque'd in straight and level flight busting the time limit in the transient ranges because they were complacent and didn't pay attention. Stuff happens. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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