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Old 21st April 2006 | 06:24
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Andy_RR
 
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FADEC on piston engines?

How widespread are FADEC's on piston engines these days? In all the aircraft I've been priviledged to fly/be flown in, they tend to have carb heat and manual mixture controls.

Since my professional field is developing electronic engine control on automotive engines, it seems a little surprising that at least some of the technology hasn't migrated, given the potential gains in fuel efficiency and range for aero engines.

Any comments?
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