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Magneto

A self-contained, engine-driven unit that supplies electrical current to the spark plugs; completely independent of the airplane’s electrical system. Normally there are two magnetos per engine.

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Magneto

Definitions

  • A self-contained, engine-driven unit that supplies electrical current to the spark plugs; completely independent of the airplane’s electrical system. Normally there are two magnetos per engine.
  • A self-contained engine-driven unit that supplies electrical current to the spark plugs, completely independent of the airplane’s electrical system. Normally there are two magnetos per engine.
  • A self-contained engine-driven unit that supplies electrical current to the spark plugs.

References

  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Federal Aviation Administration, 2023
  • Powered Parachute Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2007
  • Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2008