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Old January 1st 09, 10:07 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting,rec.aviation.student
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Default Extended full-power in small pistons




Anything over five minutes will cause the engine to explode.


Or, in some cases, like in Bonanzas, Barons, and R182's, the prop can
suddenly depart the aircraft. It is a well established problem from running
at max power for extended periods of time. The actual time it takes for this
to occur depends on a number of conditions, such as ambient temperature,
CHT, age and hours on the engine and oil, etc.