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Lift Force is the aerodynamic force exerted on an object, such as an aircraft wing, perpendicular to the oncoming airflow. Check FAQs
FL=Wcos(Φ)
FL - Lift Force?W - Aircraft Weight?Φ - Bank Angle?

Lift during level turn Example

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Here is how the Lift during level turn equation looks like.

19.9901Edit=18Editcos(0.45Edit)
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Lift during level turn Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Lift during level turn?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
FL=Wcos(Φ)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
FL=18Ncos(0.45rad)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
FL=18cos(0.45)
Next Step Evaluate
FL=19.9900693255271N
LAST Step Rounding Answer
FL=19.9901N

Lift during level turn Formula Elements

Variables
Functions
Lift Force
Lift Force is the aerodynamic force exerted on an object, such as an aircraft wing, perpendicular to the oncoming airflow.
Symbol: FL
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Aircraft Weight
Aircraft Weight refers to the total mass of an aircraft, including its structure, payload, fuel, and passengers.
Symbol: W
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Bank Angle
Bank Angle is the angle between the lift vector and the vertical axis during a level turn of the aircraft.
Symbol: Φ
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
cos
Cosine of an angle is the ratio of the side adjacent to the angle to the hypotenuse of the triangle.
Syntax: cos(Angle)

Other Formulas to find Lift Force

​Go Lift for given Load Factor
FL=nW

Other formulas in Turning Flight category

​Go Load Factor given Turn Rate
n=(Vω[g])2+1
​Go Velocity for given turn rate
V=[g]n2-1ω
​Go Turn rate
ω=[g]n2-1V
​Go Load Factor given Turn Radius
n=1+(V2[g]R)2

How to Evaluate Lift during level turn?

Lift during level turn evaluator uses Lift Force = Aircraft Weight/cos(Bank Angle) to evaluate the Lift Force, The Lift during Level Turn is the lift force required to maintain level flight while an aircraft is turning. This formula calculates the lift force based on the aircraft's weight and the cosine of the bank angle during the turn. Understanding and applying this formula is crucial for pilots and engineers to ensure stable and controlled turns, maintaining altitude and flight safety. Lift Force is denoted by FL symbol.

How to evaluate Lift during level turn using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Lift during level turn, enter Aircraft Weight (W) & Bank Angle (Φ) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Lift during level turn

What is the formula to find Lift during level turn?
The formula of Lift during level turn is expressed as Lift Force = Aircraft Weight/cos(Bank Angle). Here is an example- 18.02252 = 18/cos(bank_angle).
How to calculate Lift during level turn?
With Aircraft Weight (W) & Bank Angle (Φ) we can find Lift during level turn using the formula - Lift Force = Aircraft Weight/cos(Bank Angle). This formula also uses Cosine function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Lift Force?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Lift Force-
  • Lift Force=Load Factor*Aircraft WeightOpenImg
Can the Lift during level turn be negative?
No, the Lift during level turn, measured in Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Lift during level turn?
Lift during level turn is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Lift during level turn can be measured.
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