Aerofoil Geometry

Question 1

Which type of wing will stall at the Wing Root first?

Answer 1

A Rectangular Wing

Question 2

Name two types of wing that are more likely to stall at the Wing Tip First

Answer 2

Tapered Wing and Swept Wing

Question 3

Wing Tip Stall is dangerous so Washout is used to help stop it. What’s Washout?

Answer 3

The reduction in the Angle of Incidence (or Attack) from the wing’s root to its tip