Aeronautics and astronautics – Miscellaneous
Patent
1994-07-27
1998-04-14
Barefoot, Galen L.
Aeronautics and astronautics
Miscellaneous
2441292, 116202, 340578, B64D 4702
Patent
active
057382999
ABSTRACT:
A visual indicator is provided for warning a pilot of an engine compartment fire and comprises a housing which is mounted on the cowling enclosing the engine compartment. In one form of the invention, a lens and mirror arrangement is provided for transmitting light through the housing so that the pilot will be warned of the existence of an engine compartment fire.
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Aviation Safety, Fire Under the Cowling by Bill Kelly, May 1, 1994 pp. 1-5.
Barefoot Galen L.
Thomte Dennis L.
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