JT8D Indicating Systems
Revised 01-Mar-2001
 
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The indication systems monitor some of the important engine conditions.

These are:

  • Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR).
  • Low Rotor Speed (N1) shown as percentage of RPM.
  • High Rotor Speed (N2) shown as percentage of RPM.
  • Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) 'C.
  • Fuel Flow Rate Thousands per hour in lb/hr or kg/hr, some aircraft fuel used.
  • Oil Temperature 'C.
  • Oil Pressure (PSI) also low oil pressure light.
  • Oil Quantity in quarts, gallons or litres.
  • There was a provision for engine vibration but these have been removed from most if not all aircraft.
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