Single-rotor Helicopter (Noun)
Meaning
A helicopter having a single rotor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The single-rotor helicopter is the most common type of helicopter and is used for a wide range of applications.
- The single-rotor helicopter's design allows for a more compact and lightweight aircraft.
- The single-rotor helicopter's rotor is typically mounted on a mast above the cockpit.
- The single-rotor helicopter's tail rotor is used to counteract the torque created by the main rotor.
- The single-rotor helicopter's design makes it more susceptible to autorotation in the event of engine failure.