Principles of helicopter flight

Principles of helicopter flight

W. J. Wagtendonk, 1929-

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Subjects
Helicopters > Aerodynamics.
Helicopters > Piloting.
Published
Newcastle, WA : Aviation Supplies & Academics 2011.
Language
English
Main Author
W. J. Wagtendonk, 1929- (-)
Edition
2nd edition, revised edition
Item Description
2nd ed. published in 2006, revised in 2011.
Physical Description
xii, 304 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Bibliography
Includes index.
ISBN
9781619543096
9781560276494
  • Physics
  • The atmosphere
  • Lift
  • Drag
  • Lift/drag ratio
  • Aerodynamic forces
  • Rotor blade airfoils
  • Rotor drag (torque)
  • The anti-torque rotor
  • Controls and their effects
  • The hover
  • Forward flight
  • Power, range and endurance
  • Climbing and descending
  • Maneuvers
  • The flare
  • Retreating blade stall
  • Autorotation
  • Hazardous flight conditions
  • Helicopter design and components
  • Stability
  • Special helicopter techniques
  • Mountain flying
  • Helicopter icing
  • Helicopter performance
  • Weight and balance.

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