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In article <39afe43a_2@plato.netscapeonline.co.uk>,
"Nigel Gray" wrote:
> I know how it works (sort of!), and I know the settings to use in the
PA23
> Apache, but how do you really use the constant speed/ variable pitch
prop?
> What does it do (apart from the obvious) that the fixed pitch one
doesnt?
>
> Say you want to decrease speed whilst remaining straight and level. I
know
> that in the PA23 I select 18"/2300 (down from 22"/2300) and maintain
> altitude by pitching up. I know that because Ive been taught it by
the
> venerable George Orive, CFI. But why do I do that? Whats the theory
behind
> the reduction in power?
>
> What Im really trying to ask is for a comprehensive guide of what
the blue
> lever and the black lever really do to your aircraft.
>
>
I wanted to respond but I really dont get what youre
asking -- sorry. You appear to be asking why you reduce power in order
to reduce speed, but I cant imagine thats what you mean!? Bruce


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