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Collective pitch control

The helicopter control that changes the pitch of all of the rotor blades at the same time. Movement of the collective pitch control increases or decreases the lift produced by the entire rotor disc.

Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook — Airframe, p. G-8

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The control for changing the pitch of all the rotor blades in the main rotor system equally and simultaneously and, consequently, the amount of lift or thrust being generated.

Helicopter Flying Handbook, p. G-2

Taught in AF-N Quick reference.