How An Aeroplane Flies Flashcards
1
Q
What is the air called moving past an aircraft in flight
A
Static pressure
2
Q
Which side of the wing has a faster airflow
A
Above/top of the wing
3
Q
The angle between the wing chord line and the relative airflow is called
A
Angle of attack
4
Q
The smaller angle of attack means the plane has to rely on what?
A
A low angle of attack and more speed
5
Q
The greater angle of attack means the plane has to rely on the what?
A
A high angle of attack and slow
6
Q
When the airflow can no longer be deflected smoothly by its upper surface, this is called?
A
Separation
7
Q
When there is a drastic reduction in lift, the wing is said to be what?
A
Stalled
