CTE Midterm Exam

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What is drag?

Back

Drag is the force that tries to slow down a moving object, such as an aircraft or a vehicle.

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What is the purpose of a flight controller in a drone?

Back

The flight controller manages and controls the flight operations of the drone.

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What is a search engine?

Back

A search engine is a program that helps you find webpages on the internet.

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What is lift?

Back

Lift is an upward force that lifts the aircraft in opposition to the force of weight.

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Why is a pre-flight check important for drones?

Back

A pre-flight check ensures that the drone is in proper working order before flying.

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What is thrust?

Back

Thrust is the force that propels an object forward, such as an aircraft or a rocket.

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What is weight in the context of flight?

Back

Weight is the force exerted by gravity on an object, pulling it downward.

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What are the four main forces acting on an aircraft in flight?

Back

The four main forces are lift, weight, thrust, and drag.

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How does drag affect an aircraft's performance?

Back

Drag opposes thrust and can slow down the aircraft, requiring more power to maintain speed.

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What is the role of a drone's GPS?

Back

The GPS helps in navigation and positioning of the drone during flight.