Retreating Blade Stall

Definition

A helicopter flight condition where the retreating rotor blade stalls because the combination of forward speed and blade rotational speed creates insufficient relative wind. Limits the maximum speed of helicopters.

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Stall

An aerodynamic condition where the critical angle of attack is exceeded and the ...

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