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Pendular action

The lateral or longitudinal oscillation of the fuselage due to its suspension from the rotor system.

Dictionary Term

Pendular action

Definitions

  • The lateral or longitudinal oscillation of the fuselage due to its suspension from the rotor system.
  • The lateral or longitudinal oscillation of the fuselage due to it being suspended from the rotor system.

References

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