Flight Trial and Error

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What part of a plane generates thrust?

Back

The engine generates thrust.

Front

What happens if the wings are wrinkled or the folds are not flat?

Back

The plane likely will not fly because there is too much drag.

Front

How does Powerup 4.0 allow us to control the plane from a distance?

Back

Powerup 4.0 uses Bluetooth to control the plane.

Front

Is a paper airplane balanced or unbalanced?

Back

A paper airplane is often unbalanced.

Front

What is the force that slows the plane down?

Back

The force that slows the plane down is called drag.

Front

What is lift in aviation?

Back

Lift is the force that directly opposes the weight of an airplane and holds the airplane in the air.

Front

What is thrust in aviation?

Back

Thrust is the force that propels an aircraft forward.

Front

What is drag in aviation?

Back

Drag is the aerodynamic resistance that opposes an aircraft's motion through the air.

Front

What is weight in aviation?

Back

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

Front

What role do wings play in flight?

Back

Wings generate lift, allowing the airplane to rise into the air.