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Cyclic feathering

The mechanical change of the angle of incidence, or pitch, of individual rotor blades, independent of other blades in the system.

Dictionary Term

Cyclic feathering

Definitions

  • The mechanical change of the angle of incidence, or pitch, of individual rotor blades, independent of other blades in the system.
  • The mechanical change of the angle of incidence, or pitch, of individual rotor blades independently of other blades in the system.

References

  • Helicopter Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2019
  • Rotorcraft Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2000