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Originally Posted by smig  I understand that a feathered prop will slow down faster on shutdown, but why do they run the prop in feather for a prolonged period? The Dash for example runs in feather for about a minute before shutdown. I have never seen one shut down right away. |
In paticular to the Dash, there is a time limitation that the engine has to be in feather before shutdown, something like 30 seconds (I'm pulling way deep in the memory banks for that one). It has to do with stabilizing the oil temps in the gear box and on the bearings throught the engine. It is more of a prevenative mx thing than anything, ie less wear and tear.