Blade Angle Cockpit Descent 
Pilot Institute
JUNE 4, 2025
This article will explain what a constant speed propeller is, how it works, and how to use it correctly in the cockpit so that you can use the variable-pitch system with confidence. Key Takeaways Constant-speed props hold RPM by adjusting blade pitch. As the pitch angle decreases, RPM increases to the RPM initially set by the pilot.
Pilot Institute
JANUARY 21, 2025
The pitch lever (blue lever) adjusts the propeller blade angle to control RPM. Fixed Pitch Propeller With these propellers, the blade angle remains constant and cannot be adjusted during flight. RPM shows how fast the engines crankshaft and propeller spin. Increase the throttle, and both the MP and RPM rise. What Is RPM?
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