Which flow instability occurs in aviation fuel lines when increased flow causes the Reynolds number to pass a critical threshold?

💡 Explanation

Turbulent flow develops because exceeding the Reynolds number threshold promotes inertial forces over viscous forces, leading to chaotic flow patterns. Therefore the flow becomes turbulent, rather than remaining laminar or causing other failure modes at the existing pressure altitude.

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