Turbofan Engine
Definition
A jet engine that uses a ducted fan to produce thrust, the most common type on commercial aircraft
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Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
A small engine on the aircraft that provides electrical power and air conditioning on the ground
Bird Strike
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Bleed Air
Compressed air extracted from the jet engine compressor used for cabin pressurization and de-icing
Fire Suppression System
Aircraft systems designed to detect and extinguish fires in engines, cargo holds, and lavatories
Turboprop
An aircraft powered by a gas turbine engine driving a propeller, efficient at lower speeds
Turboshaft Engine
A gas turbine engine optimized to produce shaft power, primarily used in helicopters
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Fine rock particles from volcanic eruptions that can damage jet engines and aircraft systems
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