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How Does a Constant-Speed Propeller Work?

Pilot Institute

JUNE 4, 2025

While a constant-speed propeller system is not too difficult to operate, many pilots do not fully understand how it works, and many do not understand why it exists. The threaded shaft is connected to a pilot valve, which controls the flow of oil into and out of the propeller hub. A Practical Example The prop lever (i.e.,

Blade Angle

Blade Angle Torque Pilot Cockpit

Manifold Pressure vs. RPM: What’s the Difference?

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. This means pilots can modify the RPM independently of the MP to some extent. What Is RPM?

Blade Angle

Blade Angle Pilot Descent Operating Limitations

How Does a Constant-Speed Propeller Work?

Manifold Pressure vs. RPM: What’s the Difference?

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