Aerodynamics

Spin

Definition

An aggravated stall where the aircraft autorotates about its vertical axis while descending in a helical path. A spin occurs when one wing is more deeply stalled than the other, creating asymmetric lift.

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Stall

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Angle of Attack(AoA)

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Spin Recovery

The procedure to recover from a spin, typically involving: power idle, ailerons ...

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