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Work the throttle and propeller control, change the airspeed, and watch the governor, the hub, and the blade keep the rpm constant. Compare a non-feathering propeller with a feathering one.

Built on the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 7; Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C), Chapters 12 and 13; and Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook–Powerplant (FAA-H-8083-32B), Chapter 7. Open full screen