FADEC
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 913
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From: somewhere in Oz
FADEC on piston engines?
How widespread are FADEC's on piston engines these days? In all the aircraft I've been priviledged to fly/be flown in, they tend to have carb heat and manual mixture controls.
Since my professional field is developing electronic engine control on automotive engines, it seems a little surprising that at least some of the technology hasn't migrated, given the potential gains in fuel efficiency and range for aero engines.
Any comments?
Since my professional field is developing electronic engine control on automotive engines, it seems a little surprising that at least some of the technology hasn't migrated, given the potential gains in fuel efficiency and range for aero engines.
Any comments?
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 418
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From: Australia
There are manufacturers adopting FADEC - like SMA diesel engines, and Cirrus are working on some - as well as Thielert engines. But FADEC can be defined into different categories if they have Engine manangement systems connected.
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 178
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From: UK
