john smith wrote:

Jack Allison: what happens when the rpm runs in the yellow band of the
tach? [you know, you can get rid of that pesky yellow segment by
installing a three-bladed prop :-)) ]

Um...nothing because the prop doesn't get run there. Three basic power
settings that I was taught: 1) Takeoff: Everything full forward 2)
1000 AGL: 25 squared for the climb 3) Cruise: 21-24 inches, 2400 RPM.

How does the 3-bladed prop get rid of the yellow arc?

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Jack Allison
PP-ASEL-IA Student
Arrow N2104T

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