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Overspeed

Definitions

  • A condition in which an engine has produced more rpm than the manufacturer recommends, or a condition in which the actual engine speed is higher than the desired engine speed as set on the propeller control.

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook
    Federal Aviation Administration ยท 2021