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One author maintains p-factor is caused by a combination of factors unrelated to gyroscopic precession http://home.earthlink.net/~x-plane/FAQ-Theory-PFactor.html | One author maintains p-factor is caused by a combination of factors unrelated to gyroscopic precession http://home.earthlink.net/~x-plane/FAQ-Theory-PFactor.html | ||
== External Links == | |||
* [http://www.auf.asn.au/groundschool/umodule11.html#tophenomena Engine effects and aerodynamic phenomena] Recreational Aviation Australia Ground School article on "prop wash," prop torque, gyro precession, p-factor and other similar factors affecting taildraggers. | |||
* [http://www.americanparagliding.com/propellerforces.htm http://www.americanparagliding.com/propellerforces.htm] The forces of P-factor, gyro precession and asymmetric blade thrust act with particular intensity in powere parachute gliders (paragliders), as this article relates. | |||