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Vortex Ring State
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Summary
Vortex Ring State
is a
Hazardous aerodynamic condition
where a
Helicopter descends into its own downwash
, causing a
Significant loss of lift and control
. It typically occurs during hovering or
Low-speed descent
with
Insufficient power application
or
Poor rotor management
.
Concepts
Induced Flow
Disk Loading
Settling With Power
Autorotation
Rotor Wake Interaction
Thrust Generation
Helicopter Aerodynamics
Flight Dynamics
Descent Rate Management
Rotor Aerodynamics
Relevant Degrees
Air and Space Transport Engineering 71%
Liquid Motion 29%
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