Total Drag Flashcards
1
Q
Total drag
A
Parasite + induced drag
2
Q
What is Vmd?
A
- Minimum drag speed
- Most speed for less drag (1.32VMD)
3
Q
Drag vs Mass
A
- As mass increases, total drag curve moves up and right
- Vmd is faster
4
Q
Drag vs Flaps
A
- Parasite drag increases (effects surface area)
- Vmd is slower
5
Q
Drag vs density
A
- Drag stays the same at all altitudes
6
Q
What happens to total drag in relation to TAS?
A
Curve moves to the right as altitude increases
