Title:
Understanding Propellers and Tachometer Systems
Topic:
Insights into Propellers and Engine RPM Monitoring
Brief Description:
What is a Propeller? A propeller is a type of fan that transforms rotary motion into thrust. It is commonly used in various vehicles, including:
- Aeronautical applications (aircraft)
- Aquatic applications (boats and submarines)
- Propellers work by generating lift through differential air or water pressure. When a propeller spins, the shape and angle of its blades create high-pressure zones on one side and low-pressure zones on the other, thus propelling the vehicle forward.
- A tachometer is an instrument measuring the rotation speed of a shaft or disk, as in a motor or other machine. The device usually displays the revolutions per minute on a calibrated analogue dial, but digital displays are increasingly common
So.................
lets find out how to use them and how accurate are they?
Select Number:
WP25138067
Location of Seminar:
EAA Chapter 157 HQ
2955 South Street
Redding, CA 96001
Directions to Venue:
Flying In: After landing, proceed to the northwest corner of the airport, when you see the Sun Shade Open hangars, proceed WEST on the tarmac and park anywhere near the west edge. Then walk 300 feet to the EAA building and enter at the north door.
Driving to the seminar:
The easiest thing is to enter the street address into your GPS on your phone or vehicle map device.... If you have neither then make your way to downtown Redding, proceed to the Jail (tall building) and find the street called Placer, then proceed west about 13 blocks. At the top of the hill you will pass the entrance to Benton airport (DO NOT TURN THERE), proceed to the next traffic signal (Pleasant street) and then turn left, go one block and you will be looking at the EAA building. It will be on your left, part anywhere off the street (Also the EAA building is next the the Army National Guard unit/facility.
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Seating:
35
seats at the facility,
16
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Seminar has passed.
Sponsoring Division:
Sacramento FSDO/FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
EAA Chapter for hosting the SSSSem programs. The SSSSem program is an outreach of the FAASTeam Lead Representative (William Hill) in the greater Redding area and as of July it will be the 229th monthly consecutive safety seminar presented. The chapter provides the meeting place, chairs, coffee, LCD projector, Live internet, PA system, Pull down screen, tables, 55-inch roll-around TV, etc.
The Redding Jet Center donated the All-In-One computer for use for the Seminars
As always, one has a choice of where to spend your Saturday mornings, it is deeply appreciated that you choose to attend these seminars. They are Free and always will be Free.
Special thanks to Bill Hill, FAASTeam Lead Representative, for his exceptional commitment to aviation safety. His leadership and tireless efforts in organizing and promoting safety seminars have been instrumental in guiding both pilots and CFIs. His contributions continue to enhance the safety and professionalism of the general aviation community.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
In-person Safety Outreach to GA Pilots and Flight Instructors
Additional Event Documents:
