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V-22 Prop Configuration, 3-vs-4 blades



 
 
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Old March 24th 06, 03:11 PM posted to rec.aviation.military.naval,rec.aviation.military
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Default V-22 Prop Configuration, 3-vs-4 blades

Why did they settle on the 3-blade configuration? Wouldn't a 4-bladed
system allow for a smaller footprint on the ground (or ship)? Or is
there too much thrust loss involved?

 




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