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Old 22nd Apr 2004, 12:29
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Most gas turbines are flat rated to some extent. That is the rated thrust can be achieved over a range of altitudes and air temperatures without exceeding any engine limits.

If you are only limited by temperature (TET) and rpm limits, the highest thrust would be achieved at the highest air density i.e. low altitude and temperature. Other limits may come into play though, such as combustor pressure.
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