skyrider
Member
G'day All,
Is there a difference between airfoils used on Helicopters and Gyro's.
Could a Helicopter rotor blade be used successfully on an Autogyro to perhaps provide greater lift in a gyro designed for cross country travel and a heavier payload ie luggage and fuel.
For example........a set of blades from an R44 fitted to an Autogyro with 2 seats fuel for 800 plus miles and baggage.
Cheers
Rob
Is there a difference between airfoils used on Helicopters and Gyro's.
Could a Helicopter rotor blade be used successfully on an Autogyro to perhaps provide greater lift in a gyro designed for cross country travel and a heavier payload ie luggage and fuel.
For example........a set of blades from an R44 fitted to an Autogyro with 2 seats fuel for 800 plus miles and baggage.
Cheers
Rob