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Starting the Nanchang
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About this Photo
Description:
Unlike most aircraft, the Nanchang requires stored compressed air to crank its engine for start. Air supply must be conserved after each flight in order to provide starting capability for the next, otherwise an external air bottle has to be used. With good air pressure, the Huosai radial engine comes to life easily, producing lots of smoke from residual oil in the lower cylinders.
Photo by:
Andy Donaldson