Pilot Institute

MARCH 29, 2024

Weight : The force gravity exerts on the aircraft. Drag : The aerodynamic force opposing the aircraft’s forward motion. This increases lift but comes at the cost of increased induced drag. Pilots must counteract the additional drag with more thrust to maintain altitude. Later flap stages add mostly drag.

Lift 52

Lift Rudder Drag AGL 52

Pilot Institute

MAY 4, 2024

Aircraft Weight and Limitations An aircraft’s weight affects inertia and stopping distance. The POH lists landing distances for specific gross weights. Smaller aircraft may only have short field landing distances for maximum gross weight. The greater the mass of the aircraft, the longer the landing roll.

Weight-Shift-Control 52

Weight-Shift-Control Runway Approach Descent 52

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 2, 2024

With a maximum takeoff weight of 2,400 pounds and a maximum gross weight that ensures stability, this aircraft is robust enough to handle a variety of flying conditions. Performance Specifications The performance specifications of the Cessna 172 speak volumes about its versatility and dependability.

Knot 52

Knot Cockpit Pilot Gross Weight 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. lb/sq ft Power loading 10.32

Airplanes 69

Airplanes Rudder Knot Aileron 69