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V2500 10th stage bleed valve

This is 1 of 4 bleed valves on a IAE V2500 engine.

These valves are fitted to the High Pressure Compressor to improve engine starting and also prevent engine surge when the compressor is operating at off- design conditions.

Remember, this engine could develope up to 33500 lbs of thrust if rated.

 

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Uploaded on September 30, 2007
Taken on September 25, 2007