Patrick Veillette, Ph.D.

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How to Avoid a Vortex Ring State, Part 3

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D. Feb 23, 2023
Three ways to a helicopter can enter VRS state and steps to prevent it.
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How to Avoid a Vortex Ring State, Part 2

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D. Feb 22, 2023
Other warning signs of Vertical Ring State and the importance of knowing specific descent rates.
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How to Avoid a Vortex Ring State, Part 1

By Patrick Veillette, Ph.D. Feb 21, 2023
New insights into how to avoid Vortex Ring State in its earliest stages. 
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