Chapter 1: Principles of Flight

  • Lesson 1: Forces of Flight

    The objective of this video is to ensure a clear understanding of basic aerodynamics, the four forces acting on an airplane, and why a wing stalls. This basic understanding is fundamental to other aspects of flying.

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  • Diagram illustrating different types of static stability: positive, neutral, and negative, showing applied force and center of gravity with visual representations of objects rotating or tilting.

    Lesson 2: Stability

    The objective is to ensure you learn the purpose of and can exhibit a clear understanding of basic aerodynamics and factors affecting airplane stability and controllability. A basic understanding of these concepts is essential for every pilot.

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  • A diagram illustrating the cycle of reaction and action in a process, with arrows indicating movement and responses.

    Coming Soon: Lesson 3: Turning Tendencies

    The objective is to understand basic aerodynamics and factors affecting airplane stability and controllability. The purpose is to understand why right rudder is needed during a climb, introducing left-turning tendencies and other fundamental concepts.

  • Diagram of a satellite in orbit showing centrifugal force of 1.73 Gs, gravity of 1 G, and load factor of 2 Gs with a g-force scale from 0 to 50 degrees.

    Coming Soon: Lesson 4: Load Factor

 

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