There are four basic forces that act on an airplane to change its airspeed or altitude. Thrust Thrust is produced by the powerplant and propels the aircraft forward. An aircraft accelerates (speeds up) when its thrust is greater than the drag. Drag Drag is the force that opposes thrust and may be caused by …
Whether you are communicating with air traffic control or announcing your position on a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF), it is important to know the standard legs of a traffic pattern. There may be times where you will have to announce your position over the radio or follow air traffic control instructions. Here’s …
There are many parts of an airplane that all work together to be able to fly. Here are a few basic parts that make up an airplane: Fuselage The fuselage is the main part of the aircraft that holds the crew, passengers and cargo. The fuselage can be broken down into different sections: …