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Old 1st Apr 2003, 18:48
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Adiabatic cooling can occur in the engine intake as the increased airflow results in a reduction of pressure. The reduction in temperature can be as much as 5C, moisture can also appear in the intake in clear air at the ground when the temp/dewpoint is within 3 degrees of each other.
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