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How to Fly Perfect Lazy Eights

Pilot Institute

While the tilting lift vectors are an important source of adverse yaw, drag also plays a part. Any time a wing creates lift, it creates induced drag. In our example, the right wing has more lift, and thus more drag, than the left wing as the airplane rolls. This drag imbalance amplifies the adverse yaw.

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How to fly the perfect short field takeoff and climb

Flight Training Central

Once the brakes are released as the airplane accelerates, adjust the airplane’s pitch to attain minimum drag and maximum acceleration. Check airspeed indicator (“airspeed alive”). Maintain Vx or manufacturer’s recommended airspeed until clear of obstacles and at least 50 feet above the surface.