Pressurization

Definition

The process of maintaining cabin altitude at a comfortable level while the aircraft flies at high altitudes. Cabin pressure is maintained by engine bleed air regulated by outflow valves. Normal cabin altitude is 6000-8000 feet.

Related Terms

Bleed Air

Compressed air extracted from the engine compressor section used for cabin press...

Cabin Altitude

The equivalent altitude representing the air pressure inside the pressurized cab...

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