SIFT Army Aviation Information Practice Test

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Study for the SIFT Army Aviation Information Test. Use flashcards and multiple-choice questions with detailed explanations to sharpen your skills. Prepare for a successful exam day!

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If the cyclic pitch control is pushed to the left, in which direction will the rotor disk tip?

Right
Left
Forward
Backward

The correct answer is: Left

When the cyclic pitch control is pushed to the left, the rotor disk tips to the left due to the change in pitch angle of the blades. The cyclic pitch control adjusts the angle of the rotor blades as they rotate, which changes the lift generated by each blade depending on its position in the rotor system. Pushing the cyclic to the left increases the pitch of the blades on the left side of the rotor disk and decreases the pitch of the blades on the right side. This differential in lift causes the rotor disk to tilt to the left, resulting in a horizontal movement of the helicopter in that direction. This principle is crucial in helicopter flight dynamics, allowing pilots to maneuver the aircraft effectively.