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Was ist Hilfstriebwerk?

Hilfstriebwerk A self-contained turbine engine providing electrical and pneumatic power to the aircraft while on the ground or as backup in flight.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Hilfstriebwerk” Used in Practice?

Das Hilfstriebwerk liefert während des Motorstarts und am Boden Strom.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

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Was ist Hilfstriebwerk?

A self-contained turbine engine providing electrical and pneumatic power to the aircraft while on the ground or as backup in flight.

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