Fixed Pitch vs Controllable Pitch Propeller and Starting Air

Fixed pitch or controllable pitch? With a fixed pitch propeller, a reversing engine must restart to go astern, so class rules usually require starting air for 12 consecutive starts alternating ahead and astern. A non-reversing engine with a controllable pitch propeller needs at least 6. Check your class rules and engine maker's manual.

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