Lesson Overview

The science of travel through air is known as:

• Aerodynamics

• Astronomy

• Geology

• Hydrodynamics

What is the drag created when lift is produced?

• Induced drag

• Parasite drag

• Wave drag

• Form drag

A whirlpool of air is called a:

• Tornado

• Cyclone

• Hurricane

• Vortex

The air and vortices that roll off the back of the wing at a downward angle are called _______.

• downwash

• updraft

• tailwind

• crosswind

What are the four forces of flight?

Fill in the blank: The force that acts downward due to gravity is known as ____.

• weight (gravity)

• friction

• magnetism

• electricity

What does AOA stand for in aviation?

• AOA stands for Angle of Attack in aviation.

• AOA stands for Aircraft Operating Area.

• AOA stands for Aviation Operations Authority.

• AOA stands for Airborne Operations Area.

What is one type of drag that occurs due to the shape of an object?

What is the force of gravity exerted on an aircraft called?

Thrust works directly against (a)   .

• lift

• drag

• weight

• balance