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Old 15th Jul 2006, 08:01
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Doc Cameron
 
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S76 C+ Engine Oscillations

Why do Sikorsky insist on using 'mixed mode' initially, for dealing with engine oscillations?
It would seem obvious to immediately utilise the manual reversion switch. If you have identified the correct engine 1st time; the oscillations will cease. If not, stick the other one into manual - Job done! This seems a lot more accurate and immediate than fannying around in mixed with very 'wishy-washy' results.
Have Sikorsky thought beyond the obvious, or is this a hang over from an earlier development?
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