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lvl.3
Flight distance : 4654491 ft
United States
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I've been thinking about getting some folding props for my Inspire 2 for a couple of reasons. - Quicker setup out of the case
- Slight chance of recovery if a prop was to lightly clip something (eg a branch)
The second point is a bit of an odd one as I know it depends on what it hits. If it hits something that's relatively weak, then a rigid prop would likely be a better option to have as it would just cut through the obstacle (a think stick or something), wheras with a similar obstacle if I had folding props then it will cause them to fold, even a bit causing a temporary and potentially catastrophic loss of thrust on that side.
The counter point is, if it were to clip something that a rigid prop couldn't cut through, a rigid prop would break and you will be falling out of the sky. A falling prop could potentially just fold under the impact then spin back out again when free of the obstacle. Not guaranteed but there is a chance.
I'm weighing up the pros and cons of each and wondered what other peoples thoughts on them are and if there are any folding props you can recommend?
Thanks
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