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Old 27th October 2010 | 06:21
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WELCO
 
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In other words, the thrust produced by a jet engine is given as rpm which is a function of air density. Density is dependent on pressure and temperature. With the temperature drop at higher altitudes, the thrust increases and the Specific Fuel Consumption of a jet engine is decreased, the performance is improved and the endurance is increased.


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