Tail Rotor (Noun)
Meaning
Rotor consisting of a rotating airfoil on the tail of a single-rotor helicopter; keeps the helicopter from spinning in the direction opposite to the rotation of the main rotor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The tail rotor of the helicopter played a crucial role in maintaining directional control during flight.
- The pilot had to adjust the tail rotor pitch to compensate for the changing wind conditions.
- A malfunctioning tail rotor can cause a helicopter to spin out of control.
- The tail rotor is typically smaller and slower-moving than the main rotor of a helicopter.
- During autorotation, the tail rotor continues to produce thrust, helping to maintain directional control.