AVIATION GLOSSARY
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TERMS
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DocumentationBeginner
Work package
check package, maintenance work packageA controlled collection of maintenance tasks planned for an aircraft, component or visit.
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WDM
WDM, Wiring Diagram ManualWiring Diagram Manual: controlled electrical interconnection and wiring information for an aircraft configuration.
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Wet start
no-lightoff start, wet engine startAn unsuccessful engine start in which fuel enters the combustion section without proper ignition.
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