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Helicopter Aerodynamics & Systems

Helicopter aerodynamics is fundamentally different from fixed-wing - and the differences kill pilots who do not understand them. This section covers the aerodynamic concepts every helicopter pilot needs to know: lift production at varying rotor speeds, dissymmetry of lift, retreating blade stall, settling with power, ground effect, autorotation entry and recovery, translational lift, and transverse flow effect. Each topic ties to FAA-H-8083-21 (Helicopter Flying Handbook).

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Hazardous Attitudes in Aviation: 5 Types & Antidotes

Hazardous Attitudes in Aviation: 5 Types & Antidotes

A pilot's mindset is as critical to flight safety as their technical skill. The FAA has identified five specific mental traps, known as hazardous...