Powerplant Course
Welcome to Aeropro's Powerplant Course! Here, students dive into the essential skills of powerplant maintenance and overhaul for both piston and turbine engines. Our comprehensive curriculum, designed around approved FAA content, combines hands-on learning, engaging classroom instruction and cutting-edge virtual reality experiences. With intensive lab sessions conducted in a Part 145 environment, you'll gain the practical knowledge needed to excel in the aviation industry.
What you will learn
Introduction to Aviation Maintenance – Powerplant
Piston Powerplant theory.
Introduction to Powerplant Maintenance and Overhaul
Piston engine overhaul, inspection, and troubleshooting procedures.
Introduction to Turbine Engines
Aircraft turbine engine history, construction, thrust formulas and turbine engine types.
Introduction to Propellers
Propeller theory, nomenclature, application, constant speed devices, and propeller controls.
Powerplant Instrumentation
Instrumentation, fire and smoke detection, and fire suppression systems used in small and large aircraft.
Powerplant Fuel Systems
Reciprocating engine and turbine engine fuels, fuel metering devices, and system operation.
Ignition Systems
Reciprocating and turbine engine ignition system theory and maintenance.
Powerplant Lubricating Systems
Reciprocating and turbine engine lubricants and lubricating systems.