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Think of it like this if you blow on a thin peice of paper from the bottom it would go up but if you were to blow on it from the top then it would go down. So when the blades on a helicopter rotate it creates air resistance below it there fore making it easy for it to fly.

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In terms of impulse and momentum why is it important that helicopter blades deflect air downward?

The blades impart a downward impulse to the air and produce a downward change in the momentum of the air. The air at the same time exerts an upward impulse on the blades, providing lift. (Newton's third law applies to impulses as well as forces.)


Why is a helicopter swooping downward not in free fall?

A helicopter swooping downward is not in free fall because it maintains lift from its rotor blades. The rotor blades create lift by pushing air downward, essentially countering the force of gravity. This allows the helicopter to descend at a controlled rate without free falling.


How does a helicopter achieve thrust?

A helicopter achieves thrust through its main rotor blades. The rotation of the blades creates a pressure difference, causing air to move downward and generating lift. By controlling the pitch and speed of the rotor blades, the helicopter can adjust the amount of thrust produced.


How does a helicopter achieve lift?

A helicopter achieves lift through its main rotor blades, which spin rapidly to create lift by generating airflow over the rotor blades. The shape of the rotor blades and the angle of attack can be adjusted to control the lift produced. This lift overcomes gravity, allowing the helicopter to become airborne.


How are the size of helicopter blades important?

The size and shape define what the rotor will lift.


What is on top of a helicopter?

Rotor blades are on top of a helicopter.


What is the blades on a helicoptor called?

The blades on a helicopter are called rotor blades. They are attached to the rotor mast and rotate to provide lift and control for the helicopter.


What happen if he blades stop spinning on a helicopter when it is in the sky?

If the rotor blades of a helicopter stop spinning while in the sky, the helicopter will begin to lose lift and descend rapidly. It would enter a condition known as autorotation, where the helicopter can glide down safely by allowing the rotor blades to spin freely due to the downward motion of the aircraft. However, without engine power, the pilot would need to manage the descent carefully to achieve a safe landing. If not handled properly, it could lead to a crash.


How is a helicopter different from an airplane?

A helicopter has rotor blades and an airplane does not.


How does the lift thrust drag and gravity affect a helicopter?

Thrust from the helicopter's rotor blades generates lift, which enables the helicopter to overcome gravity and stay airborne. Drag acts as a resistance opposing the helicopter's forward movement, requiring additional thrust to maintain speed. Gravity affects the helicopter by constantly pulling it downward, necessitating continuous lift to counteract and remain in the air.


What do you call a helicopter with 2 big blades?

A Helicopter - the number of blades is irrelevant. On a side note - what keeps a helicopter in the air? It's so ugly the earth repels it!


How many blades does fastest helicopter have?

Helicopters created nowadays generally have 2 or 3 blades. The fastest recorded helicopter has 3 blades. as it revolves more pressure is put forth and therefore the helicopter travels faster