Fear of Landing

APRIL 19, 2024

The helicopter turned left to return to the airport, travelling at about 85 knots. The indicated airspeed had fallen below 65 knots and was still decreasing. The helicopter was at treetop height with an indicated airspeed of zero knots when the right yaw ceased. He asked a mechanic to come and verify the mast nut torque.

Torque 83

Torque Indicated Airspeed Tail Knot 83

Fear of Landing

JUNE 28, 2024

The flight plan referenced the current weather, specifically noting a westerly wind at 15 knots at 5,000 feet above mean sea level, with gusts up to 25 knots at higher altitudes. Reducing the lift and decreasing the torque effect helped to stabilize the helicopter. The pair took off from Gruyère Aérodrome at 14:00.

Rudder 103

Rudder Tail Lift Knot 103

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 22, 2024

This device was designed to counteract the torque of the XT40. While the XF-84H did demonstrate incredible acceleration, it was plagued with problems. ” The lone surviving Thunderscreech during its time as a gate guard at Meadows Field, Bakersfield, California.

Torque 75

Torque Cockpit Jet Stability 75

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

“We routinely taxi at 1200 rpm due to the low spray…[we] can cruise at 10 knots” in displacement mode, something a Goose can’t do. Another advantage of the counter-rotating props is the elimination of torque roll. This is the tendency to dig in the left tip float during takeoff while countering engine torque.

Airplanes 61

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 61