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Wing Loading is the details of the distribution of pressure on an aircraft wing. An aircraft flys by producing Lift by its wings. This lift force depends on the shape of the wing that produces high pressure on the bottom of the wing and low pressure on the top. The center of the lift is usually at the 1/4 chord or 25% of the width of the wing as measure from the leading edge. The Wing Loading can be designed to produce different Lift and ensure the aircraft will be easy to trim for level flight.
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What is wing loading?
Simply put, wing loading is a calculation derived by dividing the weight of the aircraft by the area of the wing. It is used in aircraft design to determine a number of predicted performance characteristics such as take off speeds, climb ability, turn performance, etc. Generally, the lower the wing loading, the better the overall performance. However, there are some instances in which high wing loading produces more desirable performance characteristics for specific applications, such as military tactical maneuvering. The F-104 is a good example of the application of high wing loading.
What is a Fixed Wing Airplane?
A fixed-wing aircraft is an aircraft which has wings that are attached to the aircraft and do not move. The term is used to differentiate airplanes from other types of flying vehicles such as lifting-body aircraft (balloons and blimps) or rotary aircraft such as helicopters and auto gyros. All airplanes are considered fixed-wing aircraft and even swing-wing or otherwise moving-wing airplanes are usually referred to as being in the fixed-wing category of aircraft.
The effect of positive or negative 'g' on autorotation in fixwed wing aircraft?
AUTOROTATION is only for Rotary Wing aircraft...not fixed wing
Who were the the pilots on US aircraft shot down in Desert Storm?
Approximately 37 US fixed-wing aircraft and 23 rotor-wing aircraft were lost during DS. Approximately 15 of those fixed-wing aircraft & 18 of the rotor-wing aircraft were lost to operational causes (accidents).
Where is the wing to Fuselage attachment for Beech 1900D Aircraft?
The wing spar on this aircraft is one solid assembly tip to wing tip so it is an integral part of the fuselage. This aircraft is not the usual kingair wingbolt bathtub fitting holding the wing on.
What is the definition of a sweptback wing?
An aircraft wing that is angled back.
Can a plane fly with one wing?
>No it cannot fly with one wing. UNLESS the aircraft's body actually produces sufficient lift, such as a "flying wing" aircraft
How many American aircraft were lost in Vietnam War?
Approximately 2,000 fixed wing aircraft were lost; approximately 5,000 rotary-wing aircraft were lost.
What are the dimensional tolerances on an aircraft wing main spar?
For which aircraft? Every aircraft is different.
What is the pitch rate in an aircraft?
It is simply the rate at which the aircraft can pitch - ie. rotate around the lateral axis, which is roughly the wings. The faster an aircraft can pitch, the greater the "g" limit required, and achieved. Otherwise it would become overstressed. Most aircraft can exceed their 'G' Limits, but pilots prevent this through "seat of the pants" indications of wing loading.
How many planes are in a RAF Wing?
Approximately 36 aircraft in a wing
What is the best wing design for a self propelled plane?
A straight wing is good for a low-powered, slow moving aircraft. A straight, thick wing is good for short takeoff and landing aircraft, and high-speed, high-thrust aircraft need a swept wing.
