Thrust Flashcard

Front

What is the function of a variable pitch propeller?

Back

To adjust the angle of the blades during flight.

Front

In aviation, thrust is generated by an aircraft's engine(s) to counteract ____.

Back

Drag

Front

Newton's 3rd law of motion states: For every action, there is an equal and opposite ____.

Back

Reaction

Front

Which of the following is a part of an airfoil on a wing?

Back

Leading Edge

Front

What does the chord line connect on an airfoil?

Back

Leading edge to trailing edge.

Front

What is thrust in aviation?

Back

The force that propels an aircraft forward.

Front

What is drag in aviation?

Back

The resistance force that opposes thrust.

Front

What is lift in aviation?

Back

The force that raises an aircraft into the air.

Front

What is the purpose of an airfoil?

Back

To generate lift when air flows over it.

Front

What is the leading edge of a wing?

Back

The front edge of the wing that first contacts the airflow.