Lift Force in Longitudinal Stability Formulas

The Lift Force, lifting force or simply lift is the sum of all the forces on a body that force it to move perpendicular to the direction of flow. And is denoted by F_L. Lift Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Lift Force is always positive.

Formulas to find Lift Force in Longitudinal Stability

fxTotal Lift of Wing-Tail CombinationGo

Longitudinal Stability formulas that make use of Lift Force

fxLift due to Wing onlyGo

fxLift due to Tail onlyGo

List of variables in Longitudinal Stability formulas

fx Lift due to Wing Go

fx Lift due to Tail Go

FAQ

What is the Lift Force?

The Lift Force, lifting force or simply lift is the sum of all the forces on a body that force it to move perpendicular to the direction of flow. Lift Force is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Lift Force is always positive.

Can the Lift Force be negative?

No, the Lift Force, measured in Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Lift Force?

Lift Force is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Lift Force can be measured.

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