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14 CFR · Part 27

14 CFR § 27.361

Engine torque.

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Part 27 Contents
  • Subpart A: General
  • Subpart B: Flight
  • Subpart C: Strength Requirements
  • Subpart D: Design and Construction
  • Subpart E: Powerplant
  • Subpart F: Equipment
  • Subpart G: Operating Limitations and Information
  • Appendix A to Part 27: Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
  • Appendix B to Part 27: Airworthiness Criteria for Helicopter Instrument Flight
  • Appendix C to Part 27: Criteria for Category A
  • Appendix D to Part 27: HIRF Environments and Equipment HIRF Test Levels
(a)

For turbine engines, the limit torque may not be less than the highest of—

(1)

The mean torque for maximum continuous power multiplied by 1.25;

(2)

The torque required by § 27.923;

(3)

The torque required by § 27.927; or

(4)

The torque imposed by sudden engine stoppage due to malfunction or structural failure (such as compressor jamming).

(b)

For reciprocating engines, the limit torque may not be less than the mean torque for maximum continuous power multiplied by—

(1)

1.33, for engines with five or more cylinders; and

(2)

Two, three, and four, for engines with four, three, and two cylinders, respectively.

Regulations Referenced

14 CFR 27.92314 CFR 27.927

Reflects the eCFR edition current as of September 29, 2026. Retrieved from ecfr.gov on October 16, 2026.

Primary Source

  • Official Source (14 CFR · Part 27)