| The shift to autorotation is perilous, though, because it involves a reversal of the airflow through the blades. |
| During the autorotation the pilot stretched the glide in order to cross a creek to a level landing area. |
| No mechanical defects were found that would have contributed to an unsuccessful autorotation. |
| I entered autorotation, jettisoned the external load and landed the aircraft. |
| Many factors play a role in the ability of the pilot to carry out an autorotation without damage to the helicopter. |
| The instructor's expectation was that the student would handle the 360ยบ autorotation proficiently and with minor errors. |
