Heli Tack

The helicopter tack

The heli tack is also known as helicopter tack. The name is derived from the rotation of the sail through the wind. This video shows the heli tack in slow motion.

January 13, 2021 © DAILY DOSE  |  Text: Jürgen Schall  |  Fotos/Grafiken: Jürgen Schall  |  translation: DE

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