The FAA Technical Center has evaluated straight methanol and ethanol fuels using an aircraft fuel system and engine which were installed on a dynamometer. The results of this program identified the conditions which should be used for hot fuel certification. Stoichiometric air-to-fuel ratios were identified as the most likely to result in either detonation or pre-ignition, and some material compatibility and operational problems were noted. The addition of small amounts of denaturing agents did not adversely affect the vapor lock behavior of the fuels.Straight methyl-tertiary-butyl ether was also evaluated. This material's high octane rating, moderate volatility, and relatively high energy density make it an attractive candidate when compared against either ethanol or methanol.
Straight Alcohol Fuels for General Aviation Aircraft
Sae Technical Papers
General Aviation Aircraft Meeting and Exposition ; 1989
1989-04-01
Conference paper
English
Straight alcohol fuels for general aviation aircraft
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