Vote: Why Does Pumping The Throttle Prime Carbureted Engines?

At some point, you've probably heard it. You may have even been taught it: pumping the throttle on your aircraft primes a carbureted engine. The real question is, why?

Tell us what you think, then, check back tomorrow for the answer!

Boldmethod

Votes:
Boldmethod

Votes:
Boldmethod

Votes:

View The Results

You've cast your vote, now see what your friends think!

Everyone can use a systems refresher every once-in-awhile. Pass it on and see if your friends can answer this one right.

Recommended Stories

Vote: How Far Do You Need To Stay From The Clouds?

You're on a local day sightseeing flight near Meeker Coulter airport. About 30 minutes into your flight, you notice that the weather is starting to deteriorate.

- Vote
Colin Cutler
03/16/2015

Vote: Do Flight Training Devices Help Student Pilots Learn To Fly More Quickly?

Flight training devices (FTD) have been used for instrument training for years, but they're not as commonly used for student pilots working toward their private pilot certificate.