Blowing snow, freezing precipitation, or even airport snow removal operations can cause contamination on a wide spectrum of engine components.
Credit: NASA
Aerial firefighting helicopters ingest significant volumes of airborne particles, and operators are advised to conduct periodic “compressor washes” to remove the contaminants from the compressor. An example of recommended cleaning instructions is included in the service letter entitled “Engine...
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