[simpits-tech] A/c

Jonas Frazier simpits-tech@simpits.org
Tue, 26 Nov 2002 12:34:16 -0700




Since I'm working on my flying licenses,  I do alot of my work in Cessna 
172s. The venting is just a metal tube from the leading edge of the wing. 
THe air is rammed through this tube. If you want a/c just pull the tube out.
Jonas


>From: Matt Bailey <mattb@rtccom.net>
>Reply-To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>To: simpits-tech@simpits.org
>Subject: Re: [simpits-tech] A/c
>Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 18:29:42 -0500
>
>I've never seen a single engined Cessna with A/C either, but I remember
>seeing information in a 172 flight manual once regarding the optional A/C. 
>I
>was thinking this type of system would probably be more compact and 
>simpler.
>I'm sure it would still require some sort of ram air though.
>
>A typical single-engine aircraft heater consists of a shroud mounted around
>one of the exhaust manifolds, vented to the cockpit! :O
>
>	-Matt Bailey
>
>On Monday 25 November 2002 13:43 pm, you wrote:
> > I hear that. It reminds me of many CAP SAREX flights
> > at minimum altitude and flying slow in the middle of
> > the summer. After we leave the grid we climb rapidly
> > to reach cooler air.
> > Justin
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > All the Cessnas (and all other GA planes) I've ever
> > flown have only had
> > vents. No AC. Barely even a heater.
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