Why Helicopters Have Two Tachometers?

The primary purpose of the main rotor

main rotor
The hover efficiency ("figure of merit") of a typical helicopter is around 60%. The inner third length of a rotor blade contributes very little to lift due to its low airspeed.
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transmission is to reduce engine output RPM to optimum rotor RPM. ... Most helicopters use a dual-needle tachometer to show both engine and rotor RPM or a percentage of engine and rotor RPM.

Why do some helicopters have two rotors?

Tandem rotor helicopters have the advantage of being able to hold more weight with shorter blades, since there are two sets. However, the rear rotor works in the aerodynamic shadow of the front rotor, which reduces its efficiency.

What are the two controls in a helicopter?

They are the collective pitch control, the cyclic pitch control, and the antitorque pedals or tail rotor control. In addition to these major controls, the pilot must also use the throttle control, which is usually mounted directly to the collective pitch control in order to fly the helicopter.

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