P-factor

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English

Etymology

Blend of propeller +‎ factor.

Noun

P-factor (countable and uncountable, plural P-factors)

  1. (aviation) An aerodynamic phenomenon experienced by a moving propeller, whereby the propeller's center of thrust moves off-center when the aircraft is at a high angle of attack.

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