What determines the # of blades on an airplane propeller?
I think it's because each blade must operate in 'clean air'
(not in the vortexes of the blade ahead)
Also, prop diameter, might also be a factor, for the same reason.
But really I don't know!
Is Air speed or designed altitude part of the equation?
Reason: I have seen similar aircraft with more or less blades on their props.
How does a super sonic prop work?
Can props incur cavitation?
I think it's because each blade must operate in 'clean air'
(not in the vortexes of the blade ahead)
Also, prop diameter, might also be a factor, for the same reason.
But really I don't know!
Is Air speed or designed altitude part of the equation?
Reason: I have seen similar aircraft with more or less blades on their props.
How does a super sonic prop work?
Can props incur cavitation?