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§ 27.1509 - Rotor speed.

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Maximum power-off (autorotation). The maximum power-off rotor speed must be established so that it does not exceed 95 percent of the lesser of—

The maximum design r.p.m. determined under § 27.309(b); and

The maximum r.p.m. shown during the type tests.

Minimum power off. The minimum power-off rotor speed must be established so that it is not less than 105 percent of the greater of—

The minimum shown during the type tests; and

The minimum determined by design substantiation.

Minimum power on. The minimum power-on rotor speed must be established so that it is—

Not less than the greater of—

The minimum shown during the type tests; and

The minimum determined by design substantiation; and

Not more than a value determined under § 27.33(a)(1) and (b)(1).

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