Hand propping an aircraft engine, at least some engines, is a routine task, but it’s woefully unforgiving of carelessness and lack of technique and caution. In this video, AVweb’s Paul Bertorelli examines what can go wrong and all too often it ends up with an airplane wrecked and occasionally someone hurt. Sense of humor recommended.
Bad For Aviation: Hand Propping Run Amuck
Key Takeaways:
- Hand propping an aircraft engine is a routine task for some, but it is extremely unforgiving of carelessness, poor technique, or lack of caution.
- Mistakes made during hand propping frequently lead to damaged aircraft and can result in serious personal injury.
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