Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

What is ground effect? The result of an alteration in airflow patterns increasing induced drag about the wings of an airplane. What effect does high density altitude have on aircraft performance? Ground effect is most likely to result in which problem? It increases takeoff performance.

Density Altitude 105

Density Altitude Knot Ground Effect True Airspeed 105

Pilot Institute

OCTOBER 2, 2024

It’s not magic—it’s ground effect. When you’re flying near the ground, within one wingspan, the aerodynamic forces start to change. Your wings don’t create as much drag as they would at higher altitudes, which gives you extra lift. Ground effect is a phenomenon that every pilot must master.

Ground Effect 52

Ground Effect Drag Lift Runway 52

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Winging It Aside from the aforementioned desire for a greater aspect ratio for reduced drag, the one-piece Gweduck wing was developed for minimal weight, ease of construction and benign handling. Keeping drag corralled was emphasized as the Gweduck mission is foremost long-distance cruising. Maintenance room is generally very good.

Airplanes 59

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 59