Lycoming Claims Fuel Aromatics May Be at Root of UND Fleet Valve Problems
The University of North Dakota had reported ‘abnormal exhaust valve recession’ before reverting back to 100LL aviation fuel.
The University of North Dakota had reported ‘abnormal exhaust valve recession’ before reverting back to 100LL aviation fuel.
The recent news about the University of North Dakota returning its fleet to leaded fuel after discovering excessive valve recession in aircraft using Swift Fuels UL94 has grabbed the attention of many aircraft operators.
UND has gone back to 100LL from UL94 after citing an issue with “exhaust valve recession” in the Lycoming engines that power its fleet.
Home to one of the first accredited aviation programs in the United States and boasting one of the largest civilian aircraft fleets in North America, the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences campus in Grand Forks maintains an industry-leading reputation in aerospace education and research.
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