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overboost
A condition of excessive manifold pressure in a reciprocating engine. Overboosting occurs when the supercharger is operated at too high a speed.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Aviation
- Category: Aircraft maintenance; Powerplant
- Company: FAA
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- MarcD
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