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Cyclic Pitch

By Michael James, About.com

Definition: The forward and backward tilting or pitch of the main rotor blades of a helicopter is cyclic pitch.

Controlled by the forward / backward movement of the right stick of an RC helicopter transmitter, changes to the cyclic pitch controls diving or climbing. Cyclic pitch is more commonly referred to as elevator control.

Also Known As: Elevator | Cyclic Forward or Cyclic Backward

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