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Old 6th November 2014 | 17:35
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Gemini Twin
 
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From: Shelton WA.
T/R push and pull, a bit odd describing a T/R as either a pusher or a puller.
They just counter torque with the thrust being adjusted as required with the thrust direction dependent on which direction the M/R turns.


If you want to see a T/R that pushes, take a look at the Lockheed Cheyenne!


I suppose though if you wanted describe them that way, when the trust produced is directed toward the t/r gearbox it's acting as a "puller" and when the thrust produced is directed away from the T/R gearbox it's acting as a "pusher". Similar is to a prop on a fixed wing, in a conventional installation during take off, it's acting as a "puller" and upon landing when thrust reverse is selected the prop is acting as a "pusher".

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