Engines
Propeller
At a glance
Meaning of Propeller
A rotating set of blades that converts engine power into thrust.
More about Propeller
Propeller blades act as rotating aerofoils, accelerating air to produce thrust. Their shape and pitch affect how engine power is used.
Some propellers have fixed pitch; others change blade angle to suit operating conditions. A propeller is the thrust-producing device, not the engine that supplies its power.