Quiz: Basic Aircraft Aerodynamics
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As much as it seems sometimes that airplanes fly by magic, it’s important for every pilot to understand at least the basic fundamentals of aerodynamics. These principles dictate not only how the aircraft stays aloft, but what makes it either stable or unstable.
Understanding these concepts will create a smoother and safer pilot. Take this quiz to test your aerodynamics knowledge.
1. Select the four flight fundamentals involved in maneuvering an aircraft.
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2. The term 'angle of attack' is defined as the angle between the
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3. When does P-factor cause the airplane to yaw to the left?
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4. Which statement relates to Bernoulli's principle?
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5. What force makes an airplane turn?
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6. The acute angle A is the angle of
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7. Which basic flight maneuver increases the load factor on an airplane as compared to straight-and-level flight?
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8. The four forces acting on an airplane in flight are
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9. The angle of attack at which an airplane wing stalls will
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What goes up, must come down
You got out of 9 right!
Want to learn more about airplane aerodynamics? Check out Sporty’s Learn To Fly Course for more in-depth training on this subject.
Having a childhood dream of aviation, Chris first became an Aviation Explorer, motivating him to earn his private pilot's license as a teenager.During his four years at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University he earned his commercial, multi-engine certificate with an instrument rating.While experimenting in seaplanes, gliders, and a variety of other personal aircraft, Chris developed a passion for general aviation and shares that passion as he develops aviation training apps and content for Sporty's Pilot Shop.
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