The book Módulo 16. Motores de Pistón para Aeronaves Paraninfo develops the topics included in Module 16 Piston Engines of the EASA Part 66 syllabus for aircraft maintenance technicians.

Each chapter is accompanied by a large number of images and diagrams that will help the reader to understand the theory.

It seeks, on the one hand, to help the future technician to successfully pass the exams he must take; on the other hand, to introduce him to the classic and advanced technology that has come to the reciprocating engine and that ensures its longevity in the propulsion of small aircraft. Finally, the ability of the aviation Diesel engine to use jet fuels, Jet A or Jet A-1 types, without logistical problems anywhere in the world, further enhances this future prospect of the reciprocating engine.

In the table of contents you will find:

• 1. Introduction to engines
• 2. Construction of the engine: cylinder and piston.
• 3. Construction of the engine: connecting rod and crankshaft.
• 4. Valves
• 5. Engine crankcase and propeller gears
• 6. Cycles, power and engine performance
• 7. Inspection of the motor group. Preservation and storage
• 8. Supercharging and turbocharging
• 9. Combustion. Otto and diesel engines
• 10. Fuels and lubricants
• 11. Float carburetor
• 12. Pressure carburetor
• 13. Injection systems and Fadec
• 14. Ignition and start-up
• 15. Lubrication system
• 16. Installation, engine manifolds and cooling
• 17. Engine instrumentation
• 18. Engine operation
• Alphabetical index.