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What lifts helicopters?
The rotor blades lift helicopters
Why do helicopters always have a set of two blades?
Helicopters have 2 sets of blades to keep the helicopter balanced. This is due to the unique shape of the helicopter.
What is the palindrome for system of horizontal blades that allow helicopters to fly?
Rotor blades
Why do army helicopters have two blades?
the helicopters are bigger so there needs to be a greater weight distribution
Why are helicopters noisy?
Older helicopters had noisy rotor blades, modern ones are very quiet.
Are helicopters rotor blades on the top called propellers?
No!
Are there any 3 blade rotor helicopters in use?
Yes, many small helicopters have 3 blades
Why helicaptor have three blades?
Helicopters don't just have 3 blades. It depends on the size and weightlifting capability. Small helicopters such as a Robinson R22 have only 2 blades, the military Merlin has 5 and the Chinook has two rotors with usually 3 blades each.
What kind of flying machine has rotor blades and can hover?
helicopters.
What is a Jesus Nut?
it is a nut that holds the main rotor to the mast of some helicopters. The Jesus Nut is the large nut on the top of the mast that holds the entire rotor blades and rotor mechanism to the mast. Bascially, it holds the weight of the aircraft by the top of the mast and if it should fail, then all you can do is say "Jesus!".
What does rotor blades mean?
Rotor blades are on helicopters. They are the long narrow parts above the fuselage (cabin) .When these rotate they impart 'lift' to the helicopter.
What is a blade from a helicopter?
It is the major part of the rotor. Helicopters can have 3 up to 8 blades on a rotor.
