Local Change in Angle Of Attack in Static Stability and Control Formulas

Local change in angle of attack is the change in angle of attack of a wing section locally due to sideslipping motion. And is denoted by Δα. Local Change in Angle Of Attack is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Local Change in Angle Of Attack is always negative.

Static Stability and Control formulas that make use of Local Change in Angle Of Attack

fxNormal component of aircraft side velocity for given forward velocityGo

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FAQ

What is the Local Change in Angle Of Attack?

Local change in angle of attack is the change in angle of attack of a wing section locally due to sideslipping motion. Local Change in Angle Of Attack is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Local Change in Angle Of Attack is always negative.

Can the Local Change in Angle Of Attack be negative?

Yes, the Local Change in Angle Of Attack, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Local Change in Angle Of Attack?

Local Change in Angle Of Attack is usually measured using the Radian[rad] for Angle. Degree[rad], Minute[rad], Second[rad] are the few other units in which Local Change in Angle Of Attack can be measured.

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