Detonation

Definitions

• The sudden release of heat energy from fuel in an aircraft engine caused by the fuel-air mixture reaching its critica pressure and temperature. Detonation occurs as a violent explosion rather than a smooth burning process.
• The sudden release of heat energy from fuel in an aircraft engine caused by the fuel-air mixture reaching its critical pressure and temperature. Detonation occurs as a violent explosion rather than a smooth burning process.

References

• Airplane Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2021
• Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008