Reading thread with interest , plus Peterh337 article on engine management, plus Deakin's Perch.
Could the knowledgeble give their opinion on engine management in the aerobatic scenerario. Which I suppose is not disimilar to the Parachute Pilot's scenerario.
Object:-- rapidly ascend to (for training) 3-5,000' short distance from airfield. Manoeuvering at max power, occasional power red for very short periods, occasional inverted, rapid ascent descent in altitude band. then back on ground asap. Preferably without the engine failing on me or those to follow.
Kit:--Lycoming AEIO-360 160bhp , cs prop, no cowl flaps, instruments(oil T's & P's, fuel flow, CHT in degrees centigrade, MAP, tachometer)
Strongly suspect instrumentation would not meet more exacting standards (no gami, JP, multiple cht probes)
MY main concern is not fuel consumption but trying to reduce engine stress and failure rates.
Any tips (other than give up aero's) gratefully received)
TIM