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Over a series of articles, Nick Copley, President of SherpaReport, breaks down the top 10 considerations to make when thinking of buying a fractional aircraft share, this time looking at what type of aircraft to buy a share of... https://ow.ly/V7rf50TsXMT

CROSSWIND TAKEOFF The technique for an initial takeoff roll in a crosswind is similar to a normal takeoff roll. The pilot must apply aileron pressure into the crosswind. This raises the aileron on the upwind wing, imposing a downward force on the wing to counteract the lifting force of the crosswind, preventing the wing from rising. Since the ailerons and rudder are deflected, drag will increase. Less initial takeoff performance should be expected until the airplane is wings-level in coordinated flight during the climb.

The quest for “runway independence” continues to evolve. Previously I posted an article that discussed C130 variants use as seaplanes. What if the aircraft had the capacity to move larger volumes of freight, further distances like a C17 for less cost…AND land on water? DARPA's Liberty Lifter project aims to create such a seaplane. Indeed, this could add agility and increase distribution.

Today we are looking at propellers. So, let's take a spin.... Did you know that propellers (which are used in Air and Sea activities): 1. Propellers are twisted so that the tip of the blade spins faster than the hub. 2. The first iterations of propellers were Archimedes' Screw, which was used around 200 BC to lift water from wells. 3. Today's propellers have an efficiency of around 90%, while the Wright Brothers' propellers operated at about 82% efficiency. Sources: 1.https://https://lnkd.in/gCu7cwgq 2. https://lnkd.in/ghjQDerh. 3. https://lnkd.in/gwxJw4CV. #FridayFunFacts #Aviation #Marine  

Newton's third law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This law is closely related to how propellers work in an aircraft. Propellers are crucial for generating the necessary lift and thrust to keep aircraft aloft.  #youarewhywefly #precisionair

Getting the blades installed on this Robinson R44.

**Rotor or Propeller? Let's Settle This.** Ever caught yourself using "rotor" and "propeller" interchangeably? You're not alone. A recent piece in Forbes dives deep into this very confusion, clarifying the distinct roles of rotors vs. propellers in advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft. Spoiler alert: they're not the same, and understanding the difference matters more than you might think. Why does this distinction matter? For starters, it affects everything from aircraft design and functionality to regulatory standards and safety protocols. In the rapidly evolving world of VTOL and AAM, getting the terminology right isn't just about semantics—it's about paving the way for clearer communication and innovation in the aerospace industry. Agree? Disagree? Let's discuss. [Read the full article here](https://lnkd.in/d5zTAvZS) Check this out: https://lnkd.in/d5zTAvZS

2023 Cirrus SR22T > The 9,000th Limited Edition SR series The 9,000th SR Series delivery means that 9,000 owners are living the Cirrus Life enabled by the best-selling high-performance piston aircraft in the industry for over two decades. The design carries two themes, according to Ivy McIver, SR series program manager. The first is the number “9” that is integrated into several places on the aircraft. The second is the color orange—incorporated into the scheme to create four palettes: ’Balos,’ ‘Lava,’ ‘Magma,’ and ‘Santorini,’ using Sherwin-Williams paint in Lava Orange and Aegean Blue.

Airplane Yaw Control and Forces During a Sideslip ✈️ - Sideslip Angle: The angle between the airplane's direction of travel and its longitudinal axis 🛬. - Thrust: The forward force produced by the airplane's engines 🔄. - Thrust Yawing Moment: The turning effect caused by the thrust during sideslip 🔁. - Rudder Deflected: When the rudder is moved to counteract the sideslip 🛞. - Rudder Side Force: The force generated by the deflected rudder pushing the tail sideways 🌬️. - Rudder Yawing Moment: The rotational force created by the rudder to steer the plane 🛫. - Sideslip Yawing Moment: The rotational force due to sideslip that affects the airplane’s direction 🌐. - Side Force Due to Sideslip: The force that pushes the airplane sideways due to the sideslip angle ⬅️. These forces and moments are crucial for controlling the airplane’s yaw and ensuring stable flight! 🌍✈️

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