Can turboprop planes reverse?

Whilst turboprop aircraft do not have traditional thrust reversers like those found in gas turbine engines, they can use a different method called 'beta range' or 'beta mode'. This involves changing the angle of the propeller blades to alter the direction of the exhaust airflow.



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