Late Developments of the Allison Aircraft Engine

A DESCRIPTION of the structural improvements made in the Allison V-1710 engine is given here.

In accomplishing these improvements three requirements were considered of prime importance. These are listed by Mr. Gerdan as being:

1. 1.
   Maximum installation and production simplicity.
2. 2.
   Interchangeability.
3. 3.
   Flexibility.