A12 -- Aircraft (SI)

Environmental control system (ECS) is a generic term used in the aircraft industry for the systems and equipment associated with ventilation, heating, cooling, humidity/contamination control, and pressurization in the occupied compartments, cargo compartments, and electronic equipment bays. The term ECS often encompasses other functions such as windshield defog, airfoil antiice, oxygen systems, and other pneumatic demands. The regulatory or design requirements of these related functions are not covered in this chapter.

Chapter Table of Contents

Design Conditions

Typical Flight

Air Quality

Regulations

Citation: 2011 ASHRAE Handbook -- HVAC Applications: Chapter 12, Aircraft



Product Code(s): D-A122011SI