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A wing will generate lift according to the following equation:

L = ½ A C ρ v²

A = wing area

C = lift coefficient

ρ = air density

v = air speed

From the equation you can see that the lift force is directly proportional to the wing area. Double the wing area and you double the lift, all else remaining equal.

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Which has more lift a plane with large wings or a plane with small wings flying at the same speed?

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