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When reaching critical AOA,
Asked by: connor 2324 views Aerodynamics, Aircraft Systems, Commercial Pilot, General Aviation, Private Pilot, Student Pilot
As you reach critical AOA, is it induced drag or form drag that is aggravating production of lift ?
I understand that the form drag arises from the shape of the airplane and induced drag, as you pitch up more and more, boundary layer forms and air is allowed to move straight forward...
Connor.
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