Aeroplane construction and operation; including notes on aeroplane design and aerodynamic calculation, materials, etc. A comprehensive illustrated manual of instruction for aeroplane constructors, aviators, aero-mechanics, flight officers and students. Adapted either for schools or home study (1918)
Rathbun, John B · Chicago : Stanton and Van Vliet Co. · leaf 29
ing a downward force (t) on the tail. 22 AEROPLANE PRINCIPLES The force (t) acts through the body as a lever arm, andturns the machine into its new position. It will be notedthat when the angle of incidence is great that the rear ofthe body drags down and causes a heavy resistance. Thisposition of… … Tig. 8. Langleys Aerodrome, An Early Type of Tandem Monoplane. the pilot could regain control. This sort of flight is alsowasteful of power. Cabre flight is unnecessary in avariable incidence machine, the wing being turned to therequired angle independently of the body, so that thebody follows the…
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