Forces of Flight

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the force that pushes a plane forward?
Back
Thrust is the force that propels an aircraft in the direction of motion.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the force that pushes a plane upward?
Back
Lift is the force that acts perpendicular to the direction of motion and allows an aircraft to rise.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What part of the plane generates lift?
Back
The wings of the plane are designed to create lift by altering airflow.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the force that acts opposite of lift?
Back
Weight is the force that pulls the aircraft down towards the Earth due to gravity.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the force that acts opposite of thrust?
Back
Drag is the resistance force that opposes the forward motion of the aircraft.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define thrust in the context of flight.
Back
Thrust is the force produced by the engines that moves the aircraft forward.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define lift in the context of flight.
Back
Lift is the upward force that counteracts weight and allows the aircraft to ascend.
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