Ground Effect Flashcards
1
Q
Ground Effect is:
A
the result of the interference of the surface of the earth with the airflow patterns about an airplane
2
Q
An aircraft flies more efficiently in:
A
ground effect
3
Q
Ground effect may result in:
A
becoming airborne before reaching recommended takeoff speed
4
Q
As a result of ground effect
A
induced drag DECREASES. A pilot must be aware that any excess speed at the point of the flare may cause considerable floating
5
Q
Floating due to ground effect will be most realized during:
A
an approach to land when at less than the length of the wingspan above the surface
