Aviation Gasolines and Future Alternatives
General aviation industry needs and directions, fuel supply/demand issues, and general aviation technology prospects are discussed.
Patterson, D. J.↗
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Patterson, D. J.
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Lightweight aircraft engines, the potential and problems for use of automotive fuels
A comprehensive data research and analysis for evaluating the use of automotive fuels as a substitute for aviation grade fuel by piston-type general aviation aircraft engines is presented. Historically known problems and potential problems with fuels were reviewed for possible impact relative to application to an aircraft operational environment. This report reviews areas such as: fuel specification requirements, combustion knock, preignition, vapor lock, spark plug fouling, additives for fuel and oil, and storage stability.
Patterson, D. J.↗