Aviation Dictionary

Intercooler

A device used to reduce the temperature of the compressed air before it enters the fuel metering device. The resulting cooler air has a higher density, which permits the engine to be operated with a higher power setting.

Dictionary Term

Intercooler

Definition

A device used to reduce the temperature of the compressed air before it enters the fuel metering device. The resulting cooler air has a higher density, which permits the engine to be operated with a higher power setting.

References

Airplane Flying Handbook · Federal Aviation Administration · 2021