Pilot/Controller Glossary

FEATHERED PROPELLER

This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.

A propeller whose blades have been rotated so that the leading and trailing edges are nearly parallel with the aircraft flight path to stop or minimize drag and engine rotation. Normally used to indicate shutdown of a reciprocating or turboprop engine due to malfunction.

Retrieved from ecfr.gov on July 18, 2026.