APU Full Form

(Auxiliary Power Unit)

Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is a device on an aircraft that act as an auxiliary power supply that powers the electrical systems of an aircraft. APU is a generators that works usually on a small turbine engine and provide an additional source of electrical power in the event of an engine generator failure. It can also be use to power on-board systems as well as a source of bleed air for air conditioning. Thus helps to avoid running the main engines when the aircraft is on the ground and save the fuel cost.


Short FormAPU
Full FormAuxiliary Power Unit
CategoryTransport & Travel > Air Transport
CountryWorldwide
Popularity
60%

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