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JUHI CHOWDHURY
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FOUR FORCES ACTING ON AN
AIRCRAFT
Understanding the Dynamics of Flight
Four Forces ARE

LIFT DRAG

THRUST Weight
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LIFT
• Lift is the force that allows aircraft to ascend
into the air.

• It is generated by the shape of the wings,

creating a pressure difference between the
upper and lower surfaces.

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THRUST
• Thrust is the force that propels the aircraft
forward.

• It is produced by engines, propellers, or jet

turbines.

• Thrust helps overcome drag and maintain the

aircraft's speed and momentum. THRUST
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DRAG
• Drag is the resistance encountered by the aircraft
as it moves through the air.

• Types of drag include parasitic, induced, and form

drag.

• Engineers minimize drag through aerodynamic

design to improve efficiency.
WEIGHT
• Weight is the force exerted by gravity on the
aircraft.

• It must be balanced by lift to keep the aircraft

aloft.

• Weight affects aircraft performance and

maneuverability.
EQUILIBRIUM IN • Achieving equilibrium between lift, thrust, drag, and weight is crucial for

FLIGHT stable flight.

• Pilots and engineers constantly adjust these forces during flight.

• Equilibrium ensures the aircraft remains controllable and safe.

Aerodynamics

• Aerodynamics is the study of airflow

around objects, crucial for optimizing
aircraft design.

• Aerodynamic features minimize drag and

maximize lift.

• Aircraft design influences aerodynamic

efficiency and performance.
CONTROL SURFACES

• Control surfaces such as rudder, elevator, and ailerons allow

pilots to control the aircraft's movement.

• These surfaces influence pitch, roll, and yaw, enhancing

maneuverability.

• Control surfaces play a vital role in maintaining stability and

control during flight.
Flight Phases

• Different flight phases include takeoff,

climb, cruise, descent, and landing.

Forces vary during each phase, requiring

pilots to adapt their techniques.
Safety
Considerations
• Safety is paramount in aviation, with a
focus on understanding and managing the
four forces.

• Proper training and adherence to safety

protocols ensure safe flight operations.
CONCLUSION
These forces govern the dynamics of aviation and play
a crucial role in aircraft design and operation.
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