Prop strikes are more common than most pilots realize. Depending on the circumstance, they dont have to be reported to the NTSB if damage is not considered substantial. But if you have ever had to pay for a new prop or an engine tear-down, there is no way on earth youd consider a prop strike minor. They are to be avoided.
Propeller strikes are more common and serious than many pilots realize, despite NTSB reporting requirements.
Strikes frequently occur when propellers encounter various objects found off paved surfaces, such as tiedown anchors, markers, or debris.
Unpaved landing and taxiing surfaces can be treacherous and change over time (e.g., growing grass, fallen trees), requiring pilots to be constantly vigilant for hazards.
Prop strikes are more common than most pilots realize. Depending on the circumstance, they don’t have to be reported to the NTSB if damage is not considered substantial. But if you have ever had to pay for a new prop or an engine tear-down, there is no way on earth you’d consider a prop strike minor. They are to be avoided.
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