Turns and Load Factor

Question 1

The horizontal component of lift is:

Answer 1

the force which makes an airplane turn

Question 2

The purpose of the rudder on an airplane is to:

Answer 2

Control yaw

Question 3

Turns are a basic flight maneuver that increase the:

Answer 3

load factor on an airplane compared to straight-and-level flight

Question 4

During an approach to a stall, increased load factor will cause:

Answer 4

the airplane to stall at a higher airspeed

Question 5

Increased Load Factor can:

Answer 5

place stress on the airframe greater than it is designed to handle.

Question 6

The amount of excess load that can be imposed on the wing of an airplane, depends on:

Answer 6

speed of the airplane