AV Web

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Continuing to operate in this challenging environment with janky communications wasn’t the greatest idea to begin with, and as I studied the ramp it was apparent that my Mooney was outclassed in terms of payload, and there was certainly no shortage of pilots participating. What came next, I didn’t expect. They clapped and cheered.

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Latatuide 33 Aviation

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Here are a few reasons why private jets are faster: Reduced payload: Light private aircraft are smaller to accommodate fewer travelers per flight. The reduction in weight and the smaller size of the aircraft minimizes resistance that weighs down the aircraft and increases lift during flights.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 26, 2024

ton payload aircraft Kona, the 60-ton payload aircraft Alisio and Nordes, a 100-ton payload aircraft. Natilus has obsessed over the aircraft design which it said will significantly reduce drag and reduce fuel consumption. Natilus has developed three aircraft designs in the same mold, these include the 3.8

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Pilot Institute

JUNE 12, 2025

Key Takeaways Variable-sweep wings adjust in flight to balance lift and speed. Straight Wings and Swept Wings At low speeds, like when you’re taking off or landing, you can extend the wings straight out to produce more lift. This is because straight wings have a higher aspect ratio, which also increases the coefficient of lift.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 12, 2025

Lift is the force that aircraft use to counter gravity. Newton’s Third Law is one of the key laws of physics that explains lift. Lets see what Newtons Third Law is, and why we need it to understand lift. This principle is fundamental in generating lift, thrust, and maneuverability, allowing aircraft to fly.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

History at High Altitudes During the Cold War, the UK required long-range, high-altitude bombers to deliver nuclear payloads, and that’s when A.V This specific design reduced drag alongside providing exceptional lift and stability, two very crucial factors for high-altitude bombing. The Vulcan had two primary versions: B.1

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Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 6, 2024

1 Ability to accelerate vertically, overcoming its weight and drag with ease Climbing to 30,000 feet in just 60 seconds This is the power of the F-15. This incredible feat was made possible by the aircraft’s Pratt & Whitney F100 engines and advanced flight control system, which compensated for the loss of lift and maintained stability.

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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.

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