0
It all depends on the designer.
Most propellers rotate clockwise, probably boiling down to history when props had to be started by hand and a right hand stance was the preferred method.
However, technology has advanced, and many aircraft have contra rotating propellers like the P51, TU-95 and AN-70.
While, counter rotating propellers, first used on twin engined airplanes, like the P-38, and the gigantic multi engined ME-323, are going to be available on the new A400M - as this reduces yaw - a common problem with "standard" multi prop planes.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is a turbo prop aircraft?
A turbo prop is basically a jet engine with a propeller.
What is the aircraft jetstream-41 engine TPE-331-14GRHR-802H?
TPE- Turbo Prop Engine 334- Engine Mfr series indicator 14- Power class G- clockwise (rotation) H- Anti clockwise R- Automatic performance reserve(equipped)
What is the fastest prop driven single engine aircraft on the market?
670 mph. mach 0.9
Can an aircraft fly steady if one engine suddenly fails to work?
Depends on what type of aircraft you're talking about. You need to specify, because planes have anywhere from 1 to 8 engines. Not to mention if you're talking about a prop, turbo-prop, or jet engine.
What is the effect of torque on airplanes?
On prop driven aircraft the torque created by the engine, along with other forces, creates a left turning tendency. The pilot must compensate for this by adding right rudder. Keep in mind that on US prop built aircraft the prop turns clockwise (as seen from the cockpit) and the prop torque is as stated above. However, on many European designed aircraft, the prop turns counter clockwise and therefore, the prop torque produces a right turning tendency.
Does the length of a propeller affect the speed at which a plane travels?
Both the length and the rpm of the prop affect the speed of the aircraft. Larger, slower turning props are more efficient at the speeds at which most prop aircraft operate. If the tip speed of a prop exceeds the sound barrier, a prop will suddenly loose a large part of its thrust. The loud crackling noise you hear on takeoff is not the engine, but the prop tips nibbling at the sound barrier. DAN Both the length and the rpm of the prop affect the speed of the aircraft. Larger, slower turning props are more efficient at the speeds at which most prop aircraft operate. If the tip speed of a prop exceeds the sound barrier, a prop will suddenly loose a large part of its thrust. The loud crackling noise you hear on takeoff is not the engine, but the prop tips nibbling at the sound barrier. DAN
What is the instrument that indicates engine power for an aircraft with a fixed-pitch propeller?
That would be the RPM gauge. On an aircraft with variable pitch prop it would be the manifold pressure gauge.
How many engine in airplane?
Between 1 and 6. Most light aircraft have one prop, while the An-225 has 6 jets.
How big is an aircraft carrier prop?
Approx 22 feet
What causes prop wash?
Prop wash is caused by a passing propeller driven aircraft. The spinning prop creates a vortex like wind that can be quite violent.
A device powered either by a piston engine and prop or by a jet engine?
Airplane is a device powered either by a piston engine and prop or by a jet engine.
How heavy are aircraft carrier props how much does an aircraft carrier prop weigh?
Per the details given in the Wikipedia article for USS John C. Stennis, it has four 5-blade props (screws) that weigh 66.200 lbs each
