Fans : How many blades?
For single-engine piston aircraft (that would be planes with top
speeds around 200-300 mph) a three-blade prop produces more force
which means a faster climb rate. But, at the expense of more
resistance and therefore a less efficient cruise.
But-- there is fast airflow against the prop. Which you don't have
with a ceiling fan. Nor is the ceiling fan producing anywhere near
the thrust of an aircraft prop.
The point being, not a good comparison between the two.
See which fans blow more air on you, then look at the electricity
consumption of each...
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