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oil tank pressurizing valve
A check valve in the oil tank vent system that maintains an air pressure of between 3 and 6 psi on the oil. This pressure assures a positive flow of oil to the engine-driven oil pump at all altitudes.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Aviation
- Category: Aeronautics
- Company: Aviation Supplies & Academics
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