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Old 28th May 2009, 04:07
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Jay & Silent Bob
 
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basically when the prop is fine and contacts the ground, it just bends backwards. When its fully feathered or almost at zero angle to the direction of aircraft travel, it wont bend, it digs in. This is particularly bad on grass or soft earth as it can violently decelerate the aircraft, either ripping structures apart or even flipping the aircraft if the engine mounts dont give way.
Of course, thanks.
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