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Old 12-11-2009 | 02:49 PM
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Default RE: High vs Low Aspect Ratio for speed

The engine does develope more power in a dive. It is partly fueled by the fuel in the tank and partly fueled by stored energy of the plane, but the prop doesn't turn faster because of magic.

X prop at X rpm = X horsepower