Alex Fixed - PitchPropeller

Question 1

Fixed Pitch Propeller Uses

Answer 1

Light airplanes may have either a fixed-pitch or a constant-speed propeller.

Question 2

Fixed-Pitch Propeller

Answer 2

With a fixed-pitch propeller, the blade angle is selected on the basis of what is best for the primary function of the airplane, and cannot be changed by the pilot.

Question 3

Fixed-Pitch Propeller Power Control

Answer 3

The only power control for a fixed-pitch propeller is the trottle, and the only power indicator is the tachometer.

Question 4

Fixed-Pitch propeller is connected

Answer 4

Fixed-Pitch propeller is connected directly to the engine’s crank shaft. Engine power rotates the crankshaft as well as the propeller, and the propeller converts the rotary power into thrust.