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Go-Around
13th Mar 2003, 12:29
Hi,
Can anyone tell me why JP5 is used on aircraft carriers?
Is it because of the higher flash point and increased stability or is it because of the greater power per kg?
Or is it something else?
Thanks,
GA

FWA NATCA
13th Mar 2003, 14:42
JP-5 is used because of the higher flash point.

Mike