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Old 27th March 2025 | 20:44
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springbok449
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FuelFlow’s explanation is correct it’s due to the bow rotor. Basically as the engine cools after shutdown there is a sag. On start until the engine reaches a certain temperature there is a rotor bow and associated vibration…

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