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Old 25th April 2010 | 16:15
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I asked a topical question that had nothing to do with odd behaviour in gas capilliary action or labyrinth seals.
But it does. As Smudge said -
gas turbine engines employ labyrinth seals which rely on air tapped of the compressors to function ,this air actually enters the bearing sumps therefore any contaminants which are in that air will possibly enter the engine oil system,
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