A power-egg is a complete, pre-assembled propulsion module that includes the engine, cowlings, cooling systems, and engine-driven accessories. Instead of mechanics unbolting individual components during an engine change, the entire pod detaches at a few standardized mounting points on the firewall or wing strut. This modular approach minimizes aircraft downtime, allowing a fresh power unit to be hoisted into place and connected with minimal rigging.
Heard on the job
We've a fresh power-egg built up in the hangar, so we can swap the bad engine on ship three in under two hours.
Also heard as
- engine module
- quick engine change unit
- QEC