A well-functioning exhaust system plays a simple but indispensable role in an aircraft's overall operation, ensuring the safe expulsion of gasses away from the engine and other vital components. Should the system fail to properly carry exhaust air away, serious malfunctions can occur that impact engine performance and even potentially cause the dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide inside the cabin. These dangers, combined with the extreme operating conditions exhaust components endure, make routine inspections essential to upholding safe flight operations. Read on as we explore key inspection techniques and what issues to look for when examining an aircraft’s exhaust system.

Look for Exhaust Leaks