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autorotation

 

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Autorotation

Description:

Autorotation refers to a flight maneuver used by helicopters to safely land in the event of engine failure. It involves using the upward flow of air through the rotor blades to generate lift and slow down the descent.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Aviation): During the emergency, the pilot skillfully executed autorotation, allowing the helicopter to land safely.

Verb: The helicopter's engine suddenly stopped, and the pilot had to autorotate to make a controlled descent.

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