If an engine is powerful enough, it would be possible for the propeller to continue producing thrust through Mach 1
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umm, not really. turbulent flow from the propeller tips causes a dramatic drop of efficiency, at mach 1 (1/n)
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@ArlingtonSteve but the efficiency would be so low that there's no reason to ever try this.
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General, you have incredible patience!!
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