Autorotational

/ˌɔːtəroʊˈteɪʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or describing the automatic spinning motion of an object without external power or force.

Etymology

From autorotation + -al (pertaining to). Standard adjectival form created in modern aviation terminology.

Kelly Says

Engineers use 'autorotational descent' as the technical term for how helicopters basically become sophisticated falling maple seeds!

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