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Old 10th May 2006 | 13:25
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Piltdown Man
 
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From: Wor Yerm
But some turboprops fly with just a "Power Lever", the RPM being controlled by a PEC (Propellor Electronic Control) and the "Thrust Rating" being controlled by the EEC (Electronic Engine Control). Flying this sort of aircraft is simplicity itself. Put the power lever in the detent and let the electronics do the work. You only move the levers out of the detent when the "selected" power would be in excess of your requirements, like a low altitude cruise or a descent.
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