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Turn Radius is the radius of the flight path causing the airplane to turn in a circular path. Check FAQs
R=v2[g]n
R - Turn Radius?v - Velocity?n - Load Factor?[g] - Gravitational acceleration on Earth?

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29495.0979Edit=589.15Edit29.80661.2Edit
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Turn radius for high load factor Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Turn radius for high load factor?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
R=v2[g]n
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
R=589.15m/s2[g]1.2
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
R=589.15m/s29.8066m/s²1.2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
R=589.1529.80661.2
Next Step Evaluate
R=29495.097926747m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
R=29495.0979m

Turn radius for high load factor Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Turn Radius
Turn Radius is the radius of the flight path causing the airplane to turn in a circular path.
Symbol: R
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Velocity
Velocity is a vector quantity (it has both magnitude and direction) and is the rate of change of the position of an object with respect to time.
Symbol: v
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Load Factor
Load Factor is the ratio of the aerodynamic force on the aircraft to the gross weight of the aircraft.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Gravitational acceleration on Earth
Gravitational acceleration on Earth means that the velocity of an object in free fall will increase by 9.8 m/s2 every second.
Symbol: [g]
Value: 9.80665 m/s²

Other Formulas to find Turn Radius

​Go Radius of Turn for given Lift Coefficient
R=2WρS[g]CL
​Go Radius of Turn for given Wing Loading
R=2WSρCL[g]

Other formulas in High Load Factor Maneuver category

​Go Velocity given Turn Radius for High Load Factor
v=Rn[g]
​Go Load factor for given turn radius for high-performance fighter aircraft
n=v2[g]R
​Go Turn Rate for High Load Factor
ω=[g]nv
​Go Load factor for given turn rate for high-performance fighter aircraft
n=vω[g]

How to Evaluate Turn radius for high load factor?

Turn radius for high load factor evaluator uses Turn Radius = (Velocity^2)/([g]*Load Factor) to evaluate the Turn Radius, The Turn radius for high load factor equation is a measure of the radius required for an aircraft to sustain a specific load factor during a maneuver. This formula calculates the turn radius based on aircraft velocity, gravitational acceleration, and load factor. Understanding and utilizing this formula is vital for pilots and engineers in optimizing aircraft maneuverability and ensuring structural integrity during high-load maneuvers. Turn Radius is denoted by R symbol.

How to evaluate Turn radius for high load factor using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Turn radius for high load factor, enter Velocity (v) & Load Factor (n) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Turn radius for high load factor

What is the formula to find Turn radius for high load factor?
The formula of Turn radius for high load factor is expressed as Turn Radius = (Velocity^2)/([g]*Load Factor). Here is an example- 4894.638 = (589.15^2)/([g]*1.2).
How to calculate Turn radius for high load factor?
With Velocity (v) & Load Factor (n) we can find Turn radius for high load factor using the formula - Turn Radius = (Velocity^2)/([g]*Load Factor). This formula also uses Gravitational acceleration on Earth constant(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Turn Radius?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Turn Radius-
  • Turn Radius=2*Aircraft Weight/(Freestream Density*Reference Area*[g]*Lift Coefficient)OpenImg
  • Turn Radius=2*Wing Loading/(Freestream Density*Lift Coefficient*[g])OpenImg
Can the Turn radius for high load factor be negative?
No, the Turn radius for high load factor, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Turn radius for high load factor?
Turn radius for high load factor is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Turn radius for high load factor can be measured.
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