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Old 5th Jul 2009, 18:38
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In most jet aircraft the bleed valves are designed to go to the open position with the loss of electrical power. So the primary reason to close the bleeds prior to shut down is basically to use make sure that they are exercised and do not become stuck in the open position.

Having a non-controllable bleed valve is a no-go item.
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