Low-pressure controls are a common accessory added to many refrigeration systems. They are normally used to electrically cycle a compressor on and off; however, when and why they do so will vary based ...
Pratt & Whitney’s PurePower PW1000G engine family has a gear system separating the engine fan from the low-pressure compressor and turbine, allowing each of the modules to operate at optimal speeds.
Airlines may no longer need to repeatedly inspect low-pressure compressor (LPC) rotors in Pratt & Whitney PW1500G turbofans, which power Airbus A220s. The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued ...
Carriers using Airbus A220s are being advised to monitor the operating performance of low-pressure compressors, to warn of stalls, following measures to address engine failures on the type. A220s are ...