Forces of Flight

Front

What is the force of flight that pulls an aircraft upward?

Back

Lift is the upward pull on an aircraft.

Front

What is the force that pushes an aircraft forward?

Back

Thrust is the forward push needed for a plane to take off and ascend.

Front

What is the force that opposes the motion of an aircraft through the air?

Back

Drag is the force that opposes the motion of an aircraft.

Front

What is the force that pulls an aircraft down towards the Earth?

Back

Weight is the force that pulls an aircraft down due to gravity.

Front

What are the four main forces of flight?

Back

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

Front

How does lift help an aircraft?

Back

Lift helps an aircraft to rise off the ground and stay in the air.

Front

What role does thrust play in flying?

Back

Thrust provides the necessary speed for an aircraft to take off.

Front

What happens when drag increases?

Back

When drag increases, it makes it harder for the aircraft to move forward.

Front

What is the relationship between weight and lift?

Back

For an aircraft to ascend, lift must be greater than weight.

Front

What is the effect of thrust on an aircraft's speed?

Back

Thrust increases the speed of an aircraft, allowing it to take off.