Thrust Angle in Level Flight Formulas

Thrust Angle is defined as the angle between thrust vector and flight path (or flight velocity) direction. And is denoted by σ_T. Thrust Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Thrust Angle is always negative.

Formulas to find Thrust Angle in Level Flight

fxThrust Angle for Unaccelerated Level Flight for given DragGo

fxThrust Angle for Unaccelerated Level Flight for given LiftGo

Level Flight formulas that make use of Thrust Angle

fxDrag for Level and Unaccelerated FlightGo

fxLift for Unaccelerated FlightGo

fxThrust for Level and Unaccelerated FlightGo

fxWeight of Aircraft in Level, Unaccelerated FlightGo

List of variables in Level Flight formulas

fx Drag Force Go

fx Thrust Go

fx Weight of Body Go

fx Lift Force Go

FAQ

What is the Thrust Angle?

Thrust Angle is defined as the angle between thrust vector and flight path (or flight velocity) direction. Thrust Angle is usually measured using the Radian for Angle. Note that the value of Thrust Angle is always negative.

Can the Thrust Angle be negative?

Yes, the Thrust Angle, measured in Angle can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Thrust Angle?

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

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