What happens to the prop when the engine stops ?

[Evan]

From what I understand about most small GA planes (C152, C172, Piper Warriors, Mooneys, Bonanzas...) the prop will windmill with engine failure. I also understand that on Cubs, the prop will typically stop when the engine fails. Why the difference ? The best glide speed of the 152 is 61kts as I recall, not that much slower than a Cub. Is the C-90 or A-65 that much different than the 0-200 ?

Am I correct that the prop of a Cub will generally stop ? Am I correct that the prop of a 152 will windmill ? Is it about speed ? Compression ?

Thanks..

 

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[Evan]

 

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