Pitch Rate in Static Stability and Control Formulas

Pitch Rate refers to the rate of change of an aircraft’s pitch angle over time. And is denoted by Q. Pitch Rate is usually measured using the Radian per Square Second for Angular Acceleration. Note that the value of Pitch Rate is always negative.

Static Stability and Control formulas that make use of Pitch Rate

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FAQ

What is the Pitch Rate?

Pitch Rate refers to the rate of change of an aircraft’s pitch angle over time. Pitch Rate is usually measured using the Radian per Square Second for Angular Acceleration. Note that the value of Pitch Rate is always negative.

Can the Pitch Rate be negative?

Yes, the Pitch Rate, measured in Angular Acceleration can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Pitch Rate?

Pitch Rate is usually measured using the Radian per Square Second[rad/s²] for Angular Acceleration. Radian per Square Minute[rad/s²], Revolution per Square Second[rad/s²], Revolution per Square Minute[rad/s²] are the few other units in which Pitch Rate can be measured.

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