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8 Reasons Why Getting the Multi-Engine Rating is Important

8 Reasons Why Getting the Multi-Engine Rating is Important

Perhaps you, like many other pilots, have been on the fence about whether you should get a multi-engine rating. You may be wondering what the advantages are and if it is worth it. Maybe you don’t know how long it takes to earn a multi-engine rating and are unfamiliar with the process.

4 min read
Multi Engine
Understanding the 4 Types of Turbine Engines

Understanding the 4 Types of Turbine Engines

Today, gas turbines are the most widely used form of propulsion, but there are different types and variations of this engine.

Modern gas turbines can generate tens of thousands of pounds of thrust or mechanical horsepower, allowing aircraft to travel faster, farther, and better than ever before.

In this article, you'll learn about the four main turbine engine types: turbojet, turboprop, turbofan, and turboshaft.

6 min read
Aircraft

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